Kwatisore Bay

Best time to dive

January to December; June to October

What you might see

• DolphinLikely
• DugongLikely
• Sea turtleLikely
• Whale sharkReliably seen

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - a signature snorkel-with-whale-sharks site, encounters happen in a few metres of water

Safety notes

Jellyfish near platforms; wild-animal encounters are not guaranteed and should not be forced; remote area with limited medical support; local fishing-boat traffic

Permits & fees

Cenderawasih Bay National Park entrance fee (~US$70 reported for a multi-day permit) - confirm current rate/enforcement with liveaboard operator

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Nabire