Aquarium

Best months: May–Sep

Protected Area

KK Kaimana

Why dive here

With 84+ marine species recorded in the area - including whale sharks and mantis shrimp - Aquarium offers some of Cenderawasih Bay's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest January, March, December.

Best timeMay–Sep

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeWhale Sharks and Mantis Shrimp · 84+ species recorded

Water27-31°C · warmest January, March, December

CharacterReef dive · max 5-20m

Aquarium in Cenderawasih Bay delivers on its name, offering a sheltered dive in calm conditions. You’ll find a bustling reef scene here, with fusiliers and damselfish moving in thick schools among the corals. It’s a comfortable site, good for knocking off a few dives and enjoying the general ambiance of the bay, suitable for divers who prefer a relaxed pace.

Typical Aquarium 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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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Aquarium

Aquarium Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Aquarium, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-3.8, 134.2) (18km away)