About this spot
Citrus Ridge is a dive site located near Yanggelo Island in Raja Ampat Regency, Southwest Papua Province, Indonesia. The site sits outside a marine protected area, making it accessible to recreational divers seeking to explore the region's coral ecosystems. Raja Ampat is known for its biological richness, and Citrus Ridge reflects that diversity with documented species observations available for trip planning. The site is diveable year-round, so planning depends more on your schedule than seasonal windows. Water conditions and visibility vary, so checking recent trip reports and community videos before booking is smart. The area's coral environments warrant attention to current bleaching status, which is being monitored—a reminder to dive responsibly and report what you see. Access to Citrus Ridge typically routes through the main Raja Ampat ports and dive operators servicing the region. Specific depth, difficulty ratings, and seasonal visibility data should be confirmed directly with local operators who work the site regularly. Community-contributed videos and species records give you real-world insight into what divers are encountering there.
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Best months
Marine life
Dive types
Trip essentials
Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.
Trip checklist
- 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
- 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
- 📔 Dive logbook
- 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
- 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
- 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
- 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact
Quick facts
- 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
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From your departure country
- Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
- Flight: 12h · direct
- Jet-lag: 12h east · 8 days recovery
FAQ
›What's the best time to dive Citrus Ridge?
The site is diveable year-round. Conditions vary seasonally, so contact local operators for current visibility and water temp data before your trip.
›What depth and difficulty is Citrus Ridge?
Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not standardized for this site. Confirm details with the dive operator you book—they know current conditions.
›What marine life will I see?
Twelve species observations are documented at Citrus Ridge. Check recent community videos and operator reports for the latest sightings on your travel dates.
›Do I need permits or special access?
Citrus Ridge sits outside an MPA, so standard Indonesian dive permits and operator bookings apply. Verify current local requirements with your dive shop.
