Indonesia
Melissa's Garden
About this Dive Site
Description
Melissa's Garden in Raja Ampat is a vibrant sanctuary teeming with life, boasting a remarkably healthy coral reef that slopes gently into the blue. Expect a dazzling display of fish diversity and intricate bommies, making it a photographer's paradise.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
March, April, May, October, November, January, February, June, July, August, September, December
Jan
Good visibility, potential for manta rays and schooling fish.
Feb
Rainy season continues, but often short bursts of rain followed by sun.
Mar
End of rainy season, excellent visibility, abundant marine life.
Apr
Peak season, exceptional visibility, diverse coral reefs and pelagics.
More monthly highlights
May
Still excellent diving, good for spotting pygmy seahorses.
Jun
Transition to the wetter season, but still good diving.
Jul
Wetter season, but diving is still very good with less crowds.
Aug
Wetter season, potential for plankton blooms attracting mantas.
Sep
End of the wetter season, visibility improving.
Oct
Excellent visibility, start of the prime diving season.
Nov
Prime season, incredible biodiversity, manta ray congregations.
Dec
Still excellent diving, good for spotting sharks and large schools of fish.
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