Explore the vibrant coral reefs of West Papua with diverse marine life underwater.
Papua New Guinea · Fathers Reefs

Norman's Reef

Best time to dive

September to November; April to June

What you might see

  • BarracudaLikely
  • Flamboyant cuttlefishLikely
  • Moray eelLikely
  • NudibranchLikely

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

Not a snorkel site - Not recommended - seamount with strong current exposure

Safety notes

Strong current, nearly vertical seamount walls, deep surrounding water

Permits & fees

Walindi/Kimbe Bay Environment & Safety (E&S) fee of US$9/diver/day

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Walindi

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

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