Kontiki
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Kontiki's underwater world, where stunning coral formations await. Explore the vibrant marine life, including the opportunity to encounter Nudibranchs, jackfish, and other fascinating macro creatures. With a maximum depth of 15m and visibility extending up to 11m, this shallow area in a small bay ensures calm waters and minimal current.
Kontiki is surrounded by a variety of dive centers, allowing for easy access and expert guidance. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this spot caters to all skill levels. Embark on your underwater adventure at Kontiki, where tranquility and natural wonders blend seamlessly to create an unforgettable diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Kontiki
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kontiki
Depth
15m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Kontiki
Wave Height
0.1m
Wind Speed
7.9 m/s
Water Temp
31.1°C
Visibility
41.04km
Cloud Cover
16%
Wave Period
1.95s
Air Temperature
26.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Kontiki
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 9.103537037037036/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 9.000557264957266/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Kontiki 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.
Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.1m (2.25s), Wind: 4 m/s
Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.02m, Wind: 1.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for KontikiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kontiki
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 Kontiki
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Kontiki
Ideal Conditions for Kontiki
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
July
Visibility
12.2m / 40.0ft
June
Wave Height
1.2m / 3.9ft
June
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kontiki
Kontiki shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.5°C) and January the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in June with average wave heights of 1.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in June 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). January is usually the driest month with 1.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during June to August, 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026