Papa Theo Wreck
The Papa Theo wreck site is situated a quick 15-minute distance from Sepa Island, within the beautiful Seribu archipelago of Indonesia. Although the wreck is no longer fully intact, divers can still observe its overall structure.
This captivating dive spot is home to a variety of marine life, including damselfish, fusilier, boxfish, grouper, cardinalfish, and even sea turtles. On lucky occasions, divers may also encounter cuttlefish and skipjack tuna.
With a visibility of 9 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, the Papa Theo wreck appeals to both beginner and advanced divers. Its convenient location makes it easily accessible from Kepulauan Seribu Utara, Kepulauan Seribu, Jakarta Special Capital Region, Indonesia.
Explore the wonders of the Papa Theo wreck and immerse yourself in an unforgettable diving experience.
This captivating dive spot is home to a variety of marine life, including damselfish, fusilier, boxfish, grouper, cardinalfish, and even sea turtles. On lucky occasions, divers may also encounter cuttlefish and skipjack tuna.
With a visibility of 9 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, the Papa Theo wreck appeals to both beginner and advanced divers. Its convenient location makes it easily accessible from Kepulauan Seribu Utara, Kepulauan Seribu, Jakarta Special Capital Region, Indonesia.
Explore the wonders of the Papa Theo wreck and immerse yourself in an unforgettable diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Papa Theo Wreck
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Papa Theo Wreck
Depth
23m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Papa Theo Wreck
Wave Height
0.66m
Wind Speed
23.8 m/s
Water Temp
30°C
Visibility
11.78km
Cloud Cover
98%
Wave Period
3.7s
Air Temperature
29°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Papa Theo Wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Papa Theo Wreck
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.52272614379085/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 17.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.711359748427674/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Papa Theo Wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Papa Theo Wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Papa Theo Wreck 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.
Best Overall
0:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.48m (5.3s), Wind: 7.3 m/s
Safest Overall
7:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.46m (5.1s), Wind: 17.4 m/s
Best Day
7:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.46m, Wind: 17.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Papa Theo WreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Papa Theo Wreck
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 Papa Theo Wreck
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 Papa Theo Wreck
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
April
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Papa Theo Wreck
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
April
Visibility
10.4m / 34.1ft
September
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
September
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Papa Theo Wreck
Papa Theo Wreck follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.8°C) and December the coldest (23.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in September with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in September 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). August is usually the driest month with 2.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during September to November, 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 16, 2026
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