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Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)

Located in the stunning Maratua Islands on the west coast, just a short 45-minute journey from the Nabucco Islands, this dive site offers an incredible opportunity to witness magnificent turtles in their natural habitat. For the best experience, plan your dive during low tide when the turtles are peacefully sleeping. The reef gently slopes down to a maximum depth of 30 meters, ensuring divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, can explore its wonders.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting marine life, with the chance to spot a variety of captivating species. Keep an eye out for the mesmerizing sight of sleeping turtles, as well as the vibrant peacock shrimp and an array of captivating macro life, including nudibranchs. The reef is adorned with both hard and soft corals, adding to the beauty and diversity of this underwater paradise.

With a visibility of 15 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters, this dive site promises a memorable and awe-inspiring experience for divers seeking an unforgettable adventure. Explore the wonders of the deep, immersing yourself in the rich and colorful marine world that awaits you at this remarkable dive site in Maratua Islands.

Diving Conditions Score for Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)

8.5
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)

Depth

26m

Visibility

15m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)

Wave Height

0.08m

Wind Speed

5 m/s

Water Temp

30.7°C

Visibility

5.8km

Cloud Cover

62%

Wave Period

7.95s

Air Temperature

27.5°C

Precipitation

0.1 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)
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Dive Score Chart for Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.270214046121595/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.08m, Wind 8.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.203914046121593/10.

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

Sunrise at Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung): 06:00
Sunset at Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung) 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
6:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.08m (7.95s), Wind: 8.4 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)

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 Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)

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 Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)

February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
April
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

8.7m / 28.5ft

August

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

June

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung)

Turtle Trafic (Payung Payung) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.8°C) and January the coldest (22.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in June with average wave heights of 1.7m 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). April is usually the driest month with 4.3mm 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026

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