Indonesia

Yenbuba

Yenbuba is a coastal village in Southwest Papua, Indonesia, along the Halmahera Sea of the Indian Ocean. It’s not a major diving hub, and there are no well-known dive sites immediately in town. The area is more of a seascape gateway for nearby offshore reefs and potential local dive centers; with one active dive center in the broader region, divers typically use Yenbuba as a base for planning day trips or transporting to nearby sheltered reefs and dive sites. Expect warm tropical waters, typical Indonesian reef communities within reach, and short boat rides to surrounding sites when conditions allow. For first-time visitors, confirm local access, tides, and boat schedules with the closest center, and be prepared for variable visibility and modest current depending on sites visited.

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 Yenbuba

Nearby Dive Sites (41)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Yenbuba

The best time to dive in Yenbuba

The best months to dive in Yenbuba are from January to Febuary. Temperatures are confortable (27°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
02 - Feb.
27 °C 30 °C 5/10
03 - Mar.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
04 - Apr.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
05 - May
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
26 °C 30 °C 4/10
07 - Jul.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
26 °C 30 °C 4/10
09 - Sept.
26 °C 30 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
12 - Dec.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10

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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