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    Yeben Shallows dive site
    Raja Ampat, Indonesia
    SUAKA ALAM PERAIRAN KEPULAUAN RAJA AMPAT DAN LAUT SEKITARNYA

    Yeben Shallows

    Best months: Dec–Apr

    Protected Area

    SUAKA ALAM PERAIRAN KEPULAUAN RAJA AMPAT DAN LAUT SEKITARNYA

    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 - Yeben Shallows 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

    Yeben Shallows has this subtle charm that catches you off guard. It's not the dramatic drop-offs of other Raja Ampat sites, but rather a slow, deliberate exploration of a rich, vibrant seabed. We've seen a surprising number of gobies here, particularly the tiny ones: Meshed Pygmygobies flitting over the sand, and if you’re patient, you might spot a Denise’s pygmy seahorse clinging to a fan. This site is a photographer's dream for macro subjects and a great spot for newer divers who want to take their time.

    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 Yeben Shallows

    Yeben Shallows Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Yeben Shallows, 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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