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West Reef's End

3.6 — based on 19 community signals
4.1 12 especies 16 colaboradores

West Reef's End is a year-round dive destination in Indonesia with documented species observations and accessible entry points.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Shore entryPhotoFriendlySeasonal

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Vida marina
Tortuga carey, Tortuga verde

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
kn
Olas
0.22 m
Agua
28.9°C
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.23m

Hoy: Alta 13:00 (+0.6m), Baja 05:00 (+0.22m)

+1.2 m0 m-0.1 m
▼ 05:00 · +0.22m ▲ 13:00 · +0.6m ▼ 15:00 · +0.58m ▲ 23:00 · +0.86m Ahora +0.8m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV— · — Aire PM2.526 · moderate
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 0.36
09-20 0.28
09-21 0.38
09-22 0.42
09-23 0.26
09-24 0.22
09-25 0.28
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 1.3°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

West Reef's End offers Indonesian diving with consistent access throughout the year. The site attracts divers seeking reef exploration in an unprotected area, making it an alternative to managed marine parks. Twelve species observations have been recorded at the location, providing a baseline for marine life encounters. Community-generated videos document conditions and typical dives, giving visitors a realistic preview before booking. The reef structure supports diverse marine life typical of Indonesian waters. Water conditions vary seasonally, so checking recent community footage and local reports before travel helps set expectations. The site sits outside a marine protected area, which may affect regulations and local management practices compared to nearby reserves. Access is straightforward, with standard Indonesia travel logistics. Divers should confirm current entry requirements and any local guidelines with operators on the ground. Visibility and depth conditions should be verified with recent trip reports, as these vary with seasonal shifts. The area remains under observation for coral health, consistent with broader Indo-Pacific monitoring efforts.

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

Vida marina

Tortuga careyTortuga verde

Tipos de buceo

ArrecifeCosta

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 ↔ 13624km · ~3134kg · €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

What's the best time to dive West Reef's End?

West Reef's End is accessible year-round. Seasonal shifts affect visibility and water conditions, so check recent community reports and local forecasts before planning your trip to match your preferences and experience level.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't established for this site. Contact local operators or review community videos to assess conditions and confirm whether your certification and experience suit current conditions on your intended dive dates.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations have been documented at West Reef's End. Community videos provide visual records of typical encounters. Ask local dive operators for recent sightings and seasonal patterns to refine your expectations.

Do I need permits or special authorization?

West Reef's End is outside a marine protected area, so standard Indonesia entry requirements apply. Confirm any local guidelines or fees with operators before diving. Typical Indonesia visa and travel documentation requirements are in effect.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Gurara

9.5 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

89 registros · 50 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Cypraea tigris

Gastropoda · Cypraeidae
GBIF
Última observación:
17 ene 2026
×1registros

Theonella swinhoei

Demospongiae · Theonellidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 jul 2004
×2registros

Batzella

Demospongiae · Chondropsidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 jul 2004
×1registros

Stelletta clavosa

Demospongiae · Ancorinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 jul 2004
×1registros

Cribrochalina

Demospongiae · Niphatidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 jul 2004
×1registros

Aaptos aaptos

Demospongiae · Suberitidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 jul 2004
×1registros

Petrosia

Demospongiae · Petrosiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 jul 2004
×1registros

Rhabdastrella

Demospongiae · Ancorinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 jul 2004
×1registros

Melo

Gastropoda · Volutidae
OBIS
Última observación:
28 may 1957
×1registros

Ensiculus cultellus

Knife Finger Oyster
Bivalvia · Pharidae
OBIS
Última observación:
21 may 1957
×1registros

Littoraria pallescens

Gastropoda · Littorinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
21 may 1957
×1registros

Terebralia sulcata

Sulcate Creeper
Gastropoda · Potamididae
OBIS
Última observación:
21 may 1957
×1registros

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

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YouTube videos — click to play.

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wind peaks Aug-Jul-Sep, calmest May-Nov-Apr.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Aug (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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