The Passage Raja Ampat Dive Site — Indonesia

About The Passage Raja Ampat

A narrow river-like channel connecting Waigeo's inland sea to the ocean. Freshwater mixes with saltwater creating unique conditions. Archer fish shoot insects from overhanging trees — a phenomenon found nowhere else underwater.

Site Information

• Depth: 1–35 m
• Difficulty: advanced
• Site type: Channel/Drift
• Current: Diving in The Passage involves strong currents, which are ideal for drift dives as the tide flows through the channel. Divers start at one end and exit at the other. Rock formations provide quiet spots for resting. The site is best suited for advanced divers due to current strength and limited light affecting visibility.
• Region: Indonesia

Highlights

• Unique freshwater-saltwater mix
• Archer fish shooting insects
• Mangrove-lined channel
• One-of-a-kind dive experience

Marine Life at The Passage Raja Ampat

• Reef Manta Ray
• Whale Shark
• Oceanic Manta Ray
• Grey Reef Shark
• Mola Mola
• Napoleon Wrasse
• Pygmy Seahorse
• Mimic Octopus

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