Urai
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 - Urai offers some of Raja Ampat's richest reef diving. Water ranges 29-30°C, warmest May, November, December.
Urai in Raja Ampat might not be the loudest site, but we’ve always found it a great spot for slowing down and really looking. We typically find several species of pygmy seahorse tucked into the gorgonian fans, so keep your eyes peeled. The site also has a knack for turning up some interesting gobies and cardinalfish, like the Scaly-nape Tentacle Goby or the elusive Hooded Oyster. It’s a good choice for macro enthusiasts who appreciate a quieter dive.
Typical Urai Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Strong currents typical this month (avg 35 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.
Nearest Dive Centres to Urai
Dive shops near Urai
Raja Ampat Biodiversity Resort
Raja Ampat dive resort
Scuba republic
Gurara
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Urai
Urai Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Urai, 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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