Secret Garden
Secret Garden Dive Site in Indonesia is a hidden gem located near Padar Island. With its stunning scenery and diverse marine life, it is a haven for both macro enthusiasts and those seeking encounters with larger species. The gentle sloping reef and shallows are adorned with a vibrant variety of coral bommies and soft corals, providing a vibrant backdrop for vast schools of reef fish. Within this underwater paradise, divers can expect to spot common species such as ghost pipefish, cuttlefish, and nudibranchs, along with more rare and exciting finds like rhinopia, mobula rays, and blue ring octopus.
Situated in the southern area of the National Park, just a stone's throw away from Manggarai Barat in East Nusa Tenggara, this dive site offers an incredible diversity of underwater wonders. With a maximum depth of 23 meters, visibility reaching up to 15 meters, it is recommended for advanced and expert level divers. The enchanting beauty and thrilling encounters at Secret Garden Dive Site make it a must-visit destination for avid divers looking to explore the depths of Indonesian waters.
Situated in the southern area of the National Park, just a stone's throw away from Manggarai Barat in East Nusa Tenggara, this dive site offers an incredible diversity of underwater wonders. With a maximum depth of 23 meters, visibility reaching up to 15 meters, it is recommended for advanced and expert level divers. The enchanting beauty and thrilling encounters at Secret Garden Dive Site make it a must-visit destination for avid divers looking to explore the depths of Indonesian waters.
Diving Conditions Score for Secret Garden
8.4
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Secret Garden
Depth
23m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Secret Garden
Wave Height
0.46m
Wind Speed
12.2 m/s
Water Temp
27.5°C
Visibility
32.08km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
9.4s
Air Temperature
26°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Secret Garden
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Dive Score Chart for Secret Garden
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 9.260861006289307/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.4m, Wind 6 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 8.341526315789475/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Secret Garden: 06:00
Sunset at Secret Garden: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Secret Garden 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
10:00Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.4m (10.6s), Wind: 6 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.46m, Wind: 12 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Secret GardenAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Secret Garden
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 Secret Garden
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 Secret Garden
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Secret Garden
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
July
Visibility
13.3m / 43.6ft
April
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Secret Garden
Secret Garden follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.5°C) and January the coldest (23.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m 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). July 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 17, 2026
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