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Nawawa Bay

Experience a Relaxing Dive at our Tranquil Dive Site near Nananu-i-Ra Island in Fiji

Our dive site boasts a gentle sloping sandy bottom, starting from the shoreline and leading down to six enchanting bommies at a depth of 15 meters. This serene location is perfect for divers of all levels, including beginners and those who appreciate macro photography. It is also frequently utilized for Open Water Diver (OWD) and Navigation specialty courses, especially during northely winds.

Underwater, you'll encounter a vibrant range of marine life, including breathtaking nudibranchs, anemones and their colorful inhabitants such as anemone fish, lobsters, magnificent stingrays, and the elusive green and hawksbill sea turtles if luck is on your side. Additionally, prepare to be mesmerized by the sight of sea stars, Christmas tree worms, gobies, shrimp, triggerfish, and an abundance of coral.

Situated near the idyllic Nananu-i-Ra Island, this captivating dive site can be reached with a leisurely 20-minute boat ride from the inviting Volivoli Beach Resort. It is not just a paradise for divers, but also an exceptional snorkeling location and an ideal spot for a private beach picnic.

Before immersing yourself in the wonders of the ocean, it's essential to respect its vastness and its inhabitants. Remember to enjoy your dive responsibly, embracing the beauty of the underwater world with care and admiration.

Explore the enchantment of Fiji's Western waters, where the maximum depth reaches 12 meters, and visibility stretches up to 8 meters.

Diving Conditions Score for Nawawa Bay

7.5
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Nawawa Bay

Depth

12m

Visibility

8m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Nawawa Bay

Wave Height

0.94m

Wind Speed

37.2 m/s

Water Temp

26°C

Visibility

49.44km

Cloud Cover

43%

Wave Period

3.8s

Air Temperature

23.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Nawawa Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Nawawa Bay

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.599866666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.86m, Wind 33.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.194633333333334/10.

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

Sunrise at Nawawa Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Nawawa Bay: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Nawawa Bay 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: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.86m (3.95s), Wind: 33.3 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.82m, Wind: 32.7 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Nawawa Bay
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Nawawa Bay

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 Nawawa Bay

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.6/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Nawawa Bay

July
Score: 9.7
June
Score: 9.6
August
Score: 9.4

Ideal Conditions for Nawawa Bay

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

25.8°C / 78.4°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

June

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Nawawa Bay

Nawawa Bay follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (25.8°C) and October the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 19, 2026

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