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Raymond's

3.6 — based on 17 community signals
4.2 12 species 26 contributors

Raymond's is an Indonesian dive site with year-round access and documented marine life observations, though conditions vary seasonally.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
3.2 kn
Wave
0.22 m
Water
29.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNW (26%)
Now: SSE (153°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.78m

Today: High 09:00 (+0.53m), Low 04:00 (+0.22m)

+1.4 m0 m-0.3 m
▼ 04:00 · +0.22m ▲ 09:00 · +0.53m ▼ 14:00 · +0.22m ▲ 21:00 · +0.91m Now +0.7m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.05 · very high Air PM2.535 · moderate 05:31 17:38
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 10.2 0.28 9 0mm
09-20 11.4 0.16 9 0mm
09-21 11 0.18 9 0mm
09-22 11.1 0.2 9 0mm
09-23 10.5 0.22 9 0mm
09-24 11.6 0.22 9 0mm
09-25 10.2 0.16 9 0mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Raymond's in Indonesia offers diving opportunities throughout the year, making it accessible to divers planning trips during any season. The site has attracted documented species observations and community video documentation, indicating active diver interest and engagement with the location. Divers visiting Raymond's should monitor current coral bleaching conditions before booking, as the site is flagged for observation. The availability of 12 species observations and 3 community videos suggests the location supports notable marine biodiversity and has been visited by experienced divers worth learning from. As an unprotected dive site, Raymond's operates without Marine Protected Area designation. Divers should verify access requirements, safety protocols, and any local regulations before descent. Current conditions, depth profiles, and difficulty ratings vary, so checking recent diver reports and local operator guidance is essential for trip planning.

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

Best months

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

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 · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 12195km · ~2805kg · €50

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 Raymond's?

Raymond's is accessible year-round, so timing depends on your personal schedule rather than seasonal closures. However, visibility, water temperature, and sea conditions vary throughout the year. Check with local operators for current conditions in your preferred travel month.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Depth and difficulty ratings for Raymond's are not standardized in available reports. Contact local dive operators or review recent community videos to assess whether the site matches your certification level and experience.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Raymond's has 12 documented species observations on record. Review available community videos and diver reports for specifics on the fish, coral, and other marine life typically encountered at this site.

Do I need permits or special access?

Raymond's is not inside a Marine Protected Area, but Indonesia may have local regulations or operator requirements. Confirm access details, required paperwork, and any fees with dive operators before your trip.

Operators near this spot

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

Panorama Dive Center

4.1 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Scuba Diving in North Sulawesi: Bunaken Islands - Raymond’s Point: August 12th 2023

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Raja Ampat Two trees

Raymond Ruffell
💬 3 top comments
  • I will up load a better version to Dropbox if you would like a non compressed version

    @raymondruffell7313 · 👍 0
  • Make sure you select HD 1080P

    @raymondruffell7313 · 👍 0
  • Amazing video Ray! At 4min30secs the Mobula action is phenomenal! Hope to dive with you again soon! Ben

    @EquatorDiving · 👍 0

The Dive - Trailer

Raymond Ris
💬 1 top comments
  • what?

    @yoshen433 · 👍 0
wind peaks Dec-Apr-Feb, calmest Jul-Aug-Jun, dry Jul-Oct.

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: May (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (61/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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