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Ransiwor

3.6 — based on 19 community signals
4.2 12 species 18 contributors

Ransiwor in Indonesia is a year-round dive destination with recorded species observations and active community interest.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Intermediate
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Difficulty
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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
2.6 kn
Wave
0.16 m
Water
29.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SE (44%)
Now: SSE (155°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.12m

Today: High 13:00 (+0.54m), Low 05:00 (+0.29m)

+1.1 m0 m+0.0 m
▼ 05:00 · +0.29m ▲ 13:00 · +0.54m ▲ 22:00 · +0.84m ▼ 08:00 · +0.27m Now +0.7m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV8.8 · very high Air PM2.526 · moderate 06:08 18:14
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 7.5 0.2 9 0mm
09-20 9.9 0.22 9 0mm
09-21 8.5 0.22 9 0mm
09-22 9.1 0.22 9 0mm
09-23 9.5 0.22 9 1mm
09-24 10.1 0.2 9 1mm
09-25 7.5 0.18 8 0mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 1.3°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Ransiwor is a dive site in Indonesia that draws interest from the diving community year-round. With 12 species observations on record and 3 community videos available, the site has modest documentation from divers who've explored it. The spot sits outside marine protected areas, meaning access is straightforward without permit restrictions. Current coral bleaching status warrants attention, so divers visiting should monitor local conditions before trips. Specific depth, visibility, and water temperature data aren't widely catalogued, so reaching out to local dive operators familiar with Ransiwor will give you the clearest picture of what to expect on any given day. The species observations logged suggest productive marine life, though the exact composition and seasonal patterns remain best confirmed through recent diver reports. Ransiwor suits divers interested in less heavily documented Indonesian sites where conditions can vary. Community videos offer a real look at what others have encountered there.

📖 Guide: Diving in Indonesia: 323 Sites, Mantas to Micro-critters

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 · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 12750km · ~2933kg · €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 Ransiwor?

Ransiwor can be dived year-round. However, local conditions and visibility shift seasonally. Check with local dive operators or recent community reports before booking to confirm conditions for your planned dates.

What is the depth and difficulty level at Ransiwor?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for Ransiwor are not widely documented. Contact local dive operators in the area or review the 3 available community videos to assess suitability for your experience level.

What marine life will I see at Ransiwor?

Ransiwor has 12 recorded species observations. The exact species list and seasonal abundance are best learned by watching community videos or speaking with local operators who dive the site regularly.

Do I need permits or special access to dive Ransiwor?

Ransiwor is not inside a marine protected area, so no special permits are required. Standard diving regulations in Indonesia apply. Verify current local requirements with your dive operator.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Koranu Fyak Homestay

1.5 km
Dive centre

Mangkur Kodong

0.3 km
Dive centre

Lumba Lumba

0.9 km
Dive centre

Wobegong Dive Center

1.5 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Ransiwor - Raja Ampat #rajaampat #scubadiving

Scuba Diving and Dogs
💬 2 top comments
  • Love Raja Ampat ❤❤❤

    @scottrene-ewen695 · 👍 4
  • Love the white tip cruising around right at the start of the dive!

    @Wheels131326 · 👍 5

Ransiwor: A Dive into Papua's Marine Splendor#rajaampat #scubadiving #indonesia

Scuba Diving and Dogs
💬 2 top comments
  • Totally under rated dive site.

    @ScubaDivingandDogs · 👍 1
  • Beautiful dive site!

    @Wheels131326 · 👍 1

Diving in Raja Ampat, Indonesia - Amazing diving with huge mantas, turtles and spectacular corals...

Susa & Masa around the World
💬 2 top comments
  • That's amazing. Love those mantas and sea turtles, such elegant creatures.

    @landove1486 · 👍 0
  • Great shot of the turtle at the 2 minute mark. Diving here looks fantastic. Found your videos from your tripadvisor reviews and think we might be headed here soon. Thanks for helping us know what to expect!

    @ChrisMichelleGoPlaces · 👍 0
wind peaks Jul-Aug-Feb, calmest Nov-Apr-Jun.

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