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Fuzzy Rock

3.6 — based on 18 community signals
4.3 12 species 32 contributors

Fuzzy Rock is a year-round dive site in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, featuring 12 documented species and active community content.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Manta ray

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
2.8 kn
Wave
0.3 m
Water
28.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SE (26%)
Now: SSW (198°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.94m

Today: High 08:00 (+0.42m), Low 04:00 (+0.35m)

+1.0 m0 m+0.1 m
▼ 04:00 · +0.35m ▲ 08:00 · +0.42m ▼ 14:00 · +0.27m ▲ 22:00 · +0.74m Now +0.4m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.15 · very high Air PM2.530 · moderate 06:08 18:14
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 7.7 0.4 9 1mm
09-20 7.5 0.32 8 0mm
09-21 8.4 0.4 8 0mm
09-22 7.6 0.38 7 1mm
09-23 7.5 0.26 8 6mm
09-24 7.1 0.26 7 4mm
09-25 4.8 0.26 6 5mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 1.8°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Fuzzy Rock sits in the Raja Ampat Regency of Southwest Papua, one of the world's richest marine ecosystems. The site draws divers seeking encounters with the region's abundant tropical fish, rays, and reef life. Local community videos and species observations provide insight into what you'll encounter underwater. Raja Ampat's waters host some of the Indo-Pacific's most diverse marine fauna. The region's year-round diving window means you can plan trips based on your schedule rather than strict seasonal windows. Twelve documented species observations give you a solid baseline for what inhabits these reefs. Fuzzy Rock isn't within a marine protected area, which shapes how the site functions operationally. Coral bleaching monitoring is active in the region, reflecting the broader health concerns affecting Indonesian reefs. The three community videos available offer real footage of conditions and marine encounters you might expect.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Manta ray

Dive types

Reef

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 · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 12727km · ~2927kg · €53

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 12h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 12h east · 8 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Fuzzy Rock?

Fuzzy Rock is diveable year-round, so you can plan based on your schedule. Check regional weather patterns and sea conditions closer to your travel dates for optimal visibility and comfort.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at Fuzzy Rock. The Raja Ampat region is known for its exceptional fish diversity, rays, and reef fauna. Watch the community videos to see recent sightings and typical encounters.

Is Fuzzy Rock in a protected area?

No, Fuzzy Rock is not inside a marine protected area. Confirm local regulations and any permit requirements with your dive operator before planning your trip.

How can I learn more about current conditions?

Three community videos document recent diving at the site. Check these for real-world footage of visibility, marine life, and reef conditions before you dive.

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

RAJA AMPAT ︱THE HEART OF THE CORAL TRIANGLE︱WEST PAPUA - INDONESIA︱WORLD BEST SCUBA DIVING︱4K HDR

MOKEN PLANET
💬 3 top comments
  • ❤❤❤❤❤

    @RoninRICHARD · 👍 1
  • This is the best UW videos of Raja Ampat so far I've seen!

    @marsellachristine8688 · 👍 4
  • Cudowny ❤

    @JoannaPańszczyk · 👍 1

DIVING For RARE AQUARIUM CORAL in BALI, INDONESIA!!

George Mavrakis
💬 3 top comments
  • When the whole world is avoiding travel in scare of corona virus,there is one man who starts his world tour 🔥🔥🔥

    @y.a.d1737 · 👍 337
  • Your editor needs a raise

    @n3k0lein · 👍 311
  • This man needs his own show on tv!!!!

    @RetroMowers · 👍 166

2012_8 Komodo Muck Dive

Mamoru
wind peaks Feb-Jul-Aug, calmest Nov-Apr-Jun.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Mar (100/100) Worst: Jun (0/100) Now: Sep (30/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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