Indonesia

Saupapir

Saupapir in Southwest Papua, Indonesia sits near the Halmahera Sea in the Indian Ocean pocket. The area is not a major metropolitan dive hub; local diving access is limited by proximity to smaller coastal communities and remote reefs. With a single nearby dive center and a handful of local dive sites, expect modest infrastructure, standard reef diving opportunities, and basic training options if you’re in the area. Conditions are typical for this region: warm tropical water, moderate visibility, and abundant biodiversity around coral habitats, with marine life that varies by site. The city itself offers regional access and serves as a gateway to nearby offshore reefs and potential day trips from coastal villages.

Essential information for traveling in Indonesia

About Indonesia

Sea
Savu Sea, Flores Sea, Bali Sea, Banda Sea, Telu...
Timezone
Asia/Jayapura
Languages
ID
Demonym
Indonesian
Phone prefix
+62

Practicalities

Currency
IDR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
CGK DPS MDC SOQ UPG

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Saupapir

Nearby Dive Sites (7)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Saupapir

The best time to dive in Saupapir

The best months to dive in Saupapir are from January to May and October to December. Temperatures are confortable (28-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
28 °C 30 °C 0/10
02 - Feb.
28 °C 30 °C 0/10
03 - Mar.
28 °C 30 °C 0/10
04 - Apr.
28 °C 30 °C 0/10
05 - May
28 °C 30 °C 0/10
06 - Jun.
27 °C 30 °C 0/10
07 - Jul.
27 °C 30 °C 0/10
08 - Aug.
27 °C 30 °C 0/10
09 - Sept.
27 °C 30 °C 0/10
10 - Oct.
28 °C 30 °C 0/10
11 - Nov.
29 °C 30 °C 0/10
12 - Dec.
28 °C 30 °C 0/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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