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Dan’s Reef

Dan's Reef, conveniently located in front of Nomads Diving in Nusa Penida, Indonesia, is a remarkable dive site accessible both by shore and boat entry. This hidden gem boasts an untouched underwater world adorned with abundant coral formations and a variety of reef fauna. However, divers should be aware that strong currents may occur during tidal changes. The dive starts with shallow steps leading to a deep sloping area, providing a captivating diving experience.

At Dan's Reef, divers can revel in the company of magnificent creatures such as hawksbill sea turtles, barracuda, snappers, cornetfish, and even reef sharks. This site is also home to the coral restoration project undertaken by Project Laut, adding to its significance.

Named after the late Dan Wright, an esteemed Nomads Employee, Dan's Reef holds a special place in the hearts of many. Dan had a profound love for shore dives in this challenging yet awe-inspiring house reef. As the boat returned from a day of diving, Dan could often be seen descending for a quick dip with his dive buddy. The dedication of Dan's Reef and the conservation efforts carried out at this site serve as a lasting tribute to Dan's memory.

With a maximum depth of 11m and visibility reaching up to 21m, Dan's Reef is a dive suitable for advanced divers. It offers an unforgettable experience showcasing the natural wonders of the underwater world. For divers seeking an unforgettable adventure in Indonesia, Nomads Diving at Jalan Raya Sebunibus, Toyapakeh, Bali, Indonesia is the closest operating dive center to Dan's Reef.

Diving Conditions Score for Dan’s Reef

7.7
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Dan’s Reef

Depth

11m

Visibility

21m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Dan’s Reef

Wave Height

2.12m

Wind Speed

3.9 m/s

Water Temp

28.3°C

Visibility

11.94km

Cloud Cover

99%

Wave Period

12.55s

Air Temperature

27.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Dan’s Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Dan’s Reef

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.0876/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.82m, Wind 0.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 6.653/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Dan’s Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Dan’s Reef: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Dan’s Reef are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
17:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.82m (11.85s), Wind: 0.4 m/s

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Best Night
19:00

Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.78m, Wind: 0.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Dan’s Reef
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dan’s Reef

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for Dan’s Reef

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Dan’s Reef

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Dan’s Reef

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.7°C / 80.1°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.6m / 41.3ft

April

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Dan’s Reef

Dan’s Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.7°C) and December the coldest (22.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). July is usually the driest month with 0.5mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 30, 2026

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