Dinah's Beach Dive Site — Papua New Guinea
About Dinah's Beach
Located near the village of Lauadi on Milne Bay's north coast, Dinah's Beach is widely regarded as the birthplace of muck diving. The black volcanic sand slopes host an incredible density of critters including mimic octopus, hairy frogfish, blue-ringed octopus, and flamboyant cuttlefish. This legendary site has attracted underwater photographers from around the world for decades.
Site Information
- Depth: 3–12 m
- Difficulty: beginner
- Site type: Muck
- Current: None to mild
- Best time: Oct-May
- Region: Papua New Guinea
Highlights
- Mimic Octopus
- Hairy Frogfish
- Blue-ringed Octopus
- Muck Diving