Sungei Omiand - Cenderawasih Bay

When we think of Cenderawasih, it’s usually the whale sharks or those incredible WWII wrecks that come to mind. But Sungei Omiand offers a different kind of dive, one that feels more like a detour to Lembeh or Ambon. This is pure muck diving, where you spend your time with your mask practically kissing the black volcanic sand. Keep an eye out among the rocks and debris for the smaller stuff – we've seen everything from bizarre nudibranchs to those elusive pipefish here. It’s a site for patient divers, those who love the hunt for macro critters rather than wide-angle vistas.

Location
Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-2.980000, 134.820000

Best Time to Dive in Cenderawasih Bay

The warmest water temperatures in Cenderawasih Bay occur in November, averaging 30.7°C. The coolest conditions are in July at 29.8°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 30.5°C
  • February: 30.2°C
  • March: 30.0°C
  • April: 30.2°C
  • May: 30.2°C
  • June: 29.9°C
  • July: 29.8°C
  • August: 30.0°C
  • September: 30.0°C
  • October: 30.4°C
  • November: 30.7°C
  • December: 30.6°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Cenderawasih Bay

Marine Life in Cenderawasih Bay

Home to 84 recorded species including 38 reef fish, 36 hard corals, 7 sea snails & nudibranchs, 1 clams & mussels, 1 sharks & rays, 1 octopus & squid.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Sungei Omiand

Based on average water temperature of 30.2°C, currents 6 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories