Papua New Guinea · Offshore Madang

Planet Rock

Best time to dive

April to November

What you might see

  • BarracudaLikely
  • Hammerhead sharkLikely
  • Tiger sharkLikely

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

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - yes, over the very shallow apex in calm conditions - VERIFY

Safety notes

strong current, offshore/remote location 3km from shore, unpredictable big-animal encounters in open water

Permits & fees

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Madang

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.