drift

15-30m

Rabaul & New Britain, Papua New Guinea

Albatross Passage

Best months: Jan–Dec

Why dive here

With 203+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, giant moray eels, lionfish, nautiluses and pufferfish - Albatross Passage offers some of Rabaul & New Britain's richest drift diving. Water sits around 31°C.

Marine lifeBarracuda, Giant Moray Eels, Lionfish, Nautiluses and Pufferfish · 203+ species recorded

Water31°C · warmest January, February, March

CharacterDrift dive · max 15-30m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Albatross Passage is one of those spots where you just drop in and let the ocean do the work. It’s a channel between two islands, and the current can really rip through, making for some serious drift diving. We've often seen schools of eagle rays gliding past, sometimes mobulas, and if you’re lucky, a manta or two. Grey reef sharks patrol the edges, and you’ll usually spot dogtooth tuna and barracuda zooming by. On the ridge, the soft corals are a real treat, vibrant and swaying in the flow. It's a dive best suited for those comfortable with strong currents and looking for big pelagic action.

Typical Albatross Passage Dive Profile

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

Safety Notes

Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.

Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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