Raja Ampat, Indonesia
    Kawe / Kep. Wayag Sayang / Kep. Panjang

    Kawe Island

    Best months: Dec–Apr

    Protected Area

    Kawe / Kep. Wayag Sayang / Kep. Panjang

    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 - Kawe Island offers some of Raja Ampat's richest diving. Water ranges 29-30°C, warmest May, November, December.

    Best timeDec–Apr
    WetsuitNo wetsuit needed, or a rash guard
    Marine lifeBlacktip Reef Sharks, Manta Rays, Mobula Rays (Devil Rays), Pygmy Seahorses and Sea Turtles · 236+ species recorded
    Water29-30°C · warmest May, November, December
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Kawe Island, up in the northern reaches of Raja Ampat, offers a real sense of remoteness. You won't find resorts here, just quiet dive boats and plenty of space. We've often found ourselves drifting along walls and ridges, watching schools of fusiliers so thick they almost block out the sun, with the occasional reef shark cruising by in the blue. The currents can pick up, no doubt about it, so it's a spot that really suits divers who are comfortable with a bit of a push, particularly if you’re hoping for those manta encounters. It’s a good choice for those who value solitude underwater.

    Safety Notes

    Strong currents typical this month (avg 35 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kawe Island

    Kawe Island Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Kawe Island, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-0.5, 130.6) (0km away)

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    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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