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Anita's Garden

3.4 — based on 13 community signals
4.2 12 especies 19 colaboradores

Anita's Garden is a year-round dive site near Famangkor Island in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, known for diverse marine life and healthy coral formations.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
15 kn
Olas
0.5 m
Agua
28°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (63%)
Now: SSE (163°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.88m

Próxima: Baja a las 04:00 (+0.38m)

+1.0 m+0.1 m
▼ 04:00 · +0.38m ▲ 07:00 · +0.42m ▼ 13:00 · +0.25m ▲ 21:00 · +0.72m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV8.9 · very high Aire PM2.522 · moderate 06:09 18:16
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 15 0.56 9 0mm
09-20 15 0.56 9 1mm
09-21 16.3 0.58 9 0mm
09-22 15.2 0.56 9 0mm
09-23 10.5 0.38 9 5mm
09-24 12.6 0.38 9 3mm
09-25 12.4 0.4 9 3mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 0.4°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Anita's Garden sits in the waters around Famangkor Island in Raja Ampat Regency, Southwest Papua Province—one of Indonesia's premier diving regions. The site draws divers year-round, making it accessible regardless of season. While specific depth and visibility data aren't documented here, Raja Ampat's reputation for rich biodiversity suggests solid marine encounters. The site supports a range of coral formations and reef life. Twelve species observations are on record, and community videos show what divers actually encounter underwater. This real footage from visitors gives you a genuine preview of the dive rather than marketing hype. One note: Anita's Garden sits outside marine protected area (MPA) boundaries, so access and regulations differ from strictly managed reserves. Coral bleaching remains a watch concern in the region, as it is across Indonesia's coral triangle. Check current conditions before booking, since environmental status can shift. The combination of documented species diversity and community-contributed footage makes this a solid choice for divers seeking authentic Raja Ampat experience without the crowds of heavily promoted sites.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Indonesia: 323 sitios, mantas y microfauna

Mejores meses

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

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 13587km · ~3125kg · €56

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 54/100
  • Visado: Visado a la llegada · 30 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 12h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 12h este · 8 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Anita's Garden?

Year-round diving is possible at Anita's Garden. Raja Ampat's tropical location means warm water and life activity throughout the year, though local weather patterns and sea conditions vary by season. Check current conditions and operator schedules before travel.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't documented for this site. Given its location in Raja Ampat, it likely ranges from shallow reef to deeper drop-offs. Ask local dive operators about current conditions, depth range, and whether the dive suits your experience level before committing.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations are recorded at Anita's Garden, reflecting the biodiversity of Raja Ampat's reefs. Community videos show real underwater footage from divers who've visited. Watch these videos to see current wildlife activity and coral health firsthand rather than relying on species lists alone.

Do I need permits or is this site protected?

Anita's Garden sits outside marine protected area boundaries, so it operates under standard Indonesia diving regulations rather than MPA-specific rules. Check with local operators about any local permits, fees, or access requirements before your dive.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

13 registros · 13 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Amphiophiura sordida

Ophiuroidea · Ophiopyrgidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Amphioplus (Amphioplus) firma

Ophiuroidea · Amphiuridae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Calliotropis spinulosa

Gastropoda · Calliotropidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Cladocarpus multiapertus

Hydrozoa · Aglaopheniidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Ethusa granulosa

Malacostraca · Ethusidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Goniada annulata

Polychaeta · Goniadidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Krangalangia rostrata

Malacostraca · Cyclodorippidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Ophiolimna perfida

Ophiuroidea · Ophiacanthidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Ophiomusa lunare

Ophiuroidea · Ophiomusaidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Ophiomusa muta

Ophiuroidea · Ophiomusaidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Ophiopallas paradoxa

Ophiuroidea · Ophioleucidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Ophiotholia spathifer

Ophiuroidea · Ophiohelidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
411 m

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

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Anita Garden

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Raja Ampat Anita's Garden

Tiago Formosinho Sanchez
wind peaks Aug-Jul-Feb, calmest May-Apr-Nov.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)

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