reef

5-20m

Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea

Banana Bommie

Best months: Jul–Sep

Why dive here

With 241+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, grey reef sharks, sea turtles and sperm whales - Banana Bommie offers some of Milne Bay's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest January, February, March.

Best timeJul–Sep

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeBarracuda, Blacktip Reef Sharks, Grey Reef Sharks, Sea Turtles and Sperm Whales · 241+ species recorded

Water27-30°C · warmest January, February, March

CharacterReef dive · max 5-20m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Banana Bommie is a popular spot in Milne Bay, and for good reason. This sizable pinnacle rises close to the surface, its coral-encrusted walls attracting a steady stream of pelagics. We’ve often watched impressive schools of batfish and trevally hovering in the current, creating a shimmering wall of silver. Down on the bommie itself, the nooks and crannies hold plenty of smaller critters for those who like to take their time. While not an every-dive occurrence, we’ve occasionally spotted a grey reef shark cruising past, a welcome bonus. It’s a solid dive for photographers and those who appreciate a busy, lively reef.

Typical Banana Bommie Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

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Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Banana Bommie

Banana Bommie Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Banana Bommie, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-10.2, 150.9) (22km away)

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October Averages

Sea Temperature

28°C

83°F · Range: 27–29.8°C

Air Temperature

27°C

81°F

Wind Speed

7.28 m/s

14.2 knots

Atmospheric Pressure

1010.5 hPa

Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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