
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.

