Tanavula Point Drift
Experience the exhilaration of a drift dive along the awe-inspiring wall of Tanavula Point, situated in the breathtaking Solomon Islands. This captivating dive location showcases a sloping reef ecosystem that seamlessly merges into a mesmerizing vertical wall, creating an ideal gathering spot during current flows. However, it is essential to exercise caution at this point due to the possibility of down currents when the current is strong.
Prepare to be enthralled as you venture into this underwater paradise, encountering a wide variety of captivating marine life. From stunning Gregorian fans and vibrant soft corals to impressive coral heads bustling with Sealife, Tanavula Point boasts an extraordinary range of marine creatures. Keep a keen eye out for sharks, rays, turtles, wrasse, bump heads, and other captivating species that populate this site.
Featuring impressive visibility of up to 16 meters and a maximum depth of 28 meters, this dive site caters to both novice and advanced divers. Located in the Central Province, Monagho, Solomon Islands, Tanavula Point promises an unforgettable diving experience that will leave you in a state of awe.
Prepare to be enthralled as you venture into this underwater paradise, encountering a wide variety of captivating marine life. From stunning Gregorian fans and vibrant soft corals to impressive coral heads bustling with Sealife, Tanavula Point boasts an extraordinary range of marine creatures. Keep a keen eye out for sharks, rays, turtles, wrasse, bump heads, and other captivating species that populate this site.
Featuring impressive visibility of up to 16 meters and a maximum depth of 28 meters, this dive site caters to both novice and advanced divers. Located in the Central Province, Monagho, Solomon Islands, Tanavula Point promises an unforgettable diving experience that will leave you in a state of awe.
Diving Conditions Score for Tanavula Point Drift
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Tanavula Point Drift
Depth
28m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Tanavula Point Drift
Wave Height
0.8m
Wind Speed
13.8 m/s
Water Temp
29.7°C
Visibility
46.72km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
3.95s
Air Temperature
26.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Tanavula Point Drift
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Dive Score Chart for Tanavula Point Drift
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.488366666666668/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.78m, Wind 11.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.918733333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Tanavula Point Drift: 06:00
Sunset at Tanavula Point Drift: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Tanavula Point Drift 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
17:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.78m (4s), Wind: 11.3 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.76m, Wind: 12 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Tanavula Point DriftAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Tanavula Point Drift
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 Tanavula Point Drift
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Tanavula Point Drift
July
Score: 10.0
May
Score: 9.8
June
Score: 9.7
Ideal Conditions for Tanavula Point Drift
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
October
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Tanavula Point Drift
Tanavula Point Drift follows southern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.1°C) and December the coldest (23.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.9m 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 1.0mm 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 20, 2026
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