Kabui
Protected Area
Teluk Mayalibit (Raja Ampat)
Why dive here
With 236+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, manta rays, mobula rays (devil rays), pygmy seahorses and sea turtles - Kabui offers some of Raja Ampat's richest channel diving. Water ranges 29-30°C, warmest May, November, December.
Kabui, tucked away in Raja Ampat, offers a quieter dive, a nice change of pace from some of the area's more boisterous sites. We've often found it's a good spot to slow down and really look, especially for those who appreciate the smaller stuff. Keep your eyes peeled for pygmy seahorses tucked into gorgonians, and the Flame Cardinalfish always adds a flash of colour. It’s not about big pelagics here, but rather a rewarding hunt for species like the Snakehead Cowrie or even a Denise's pygmy seahorse if you've got a sharp spotter. Good for a relaxed morning or afternoon, perhaps after a more current-heavy drift.
Typical Kabui Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Channel dive - currents can be strong and change direction. Dive at slack tide when possible.
Strong currents typical this month (avg 35 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.
Nearest Dive Centres to Kabui
Dive shops near Kabui
Raja Ampat Biodiversity Resort
Raja Ampat dive resort
Scuba republic
Tarzan-Diving
Gurara
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kabui
Kabui Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Kabui, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-0.5, 130.6) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29.2–30.9°C
Current Speed
34.71 cm/s
Direction: NW (311.5°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.138 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
34.33 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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