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We are looking to go on a live aboard in Raja Ampat. When is the best time of year to go for warm water temperature and good visibility?
When is the best time of year to dive Raja Ampat?
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I'll vote for November through January. That's a generalization. You can expect some variable viz anytime.
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We have been there 2x in November and 1x in March. It was fine both times! Highdesert is right about the viz and water temp. I started out all of the trips diving in a polartech fleece and a vest and then moved up to a 3mm. Nothing was ever freezing cold! Have fun!
I am going there mid November. As far as I know RA is pretty much at the equator so temperatures are between 26-29 C all year round. Suggested wetsuit is 3 mm full
Weather wise November-December seems to be the best topside however there are always chances of rain
If you dive a liveaboard you have more chance of avoiding storms, if you are on land you can get lucky or not!
Weather wise November-December seems to be the best topside however there are always chances of rain
If you dive a liveaboard you have more chance of avoiding storms, if you are on land you can get lucky or not!
I would like to go in March '13 with a live aboard. Which boats are you looking at?
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