Papua New Guinea
China Strait
About this Dive Site
Description
China Strait in Milne Bay offers a dramatic underwater landscape of channels, drop-offs, and vibrant coral gardens. This dynamic environment is a magnet for marine life, frequently hosting impressive schools of barracuda, resident reef sharks, and the awe-inspiring presence of manta rays gliding through the currents.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
May, June, July, August, January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December
Jan
Good chance of seeing schooling hammerheads, macro life is abundant.
Feb
Continued excellent macro diving, potential for manta rays.
Mar
Manta ray season in full swing, schooling fish are common.
Apr
Manta ray season tapers off, but still good sightings. Macro life remains excellent.
More monthly highlights
May
Excellent visibility, abundant schooling fish, and good chances for pelagics.
Jun
Peak season for pelagic encounters, including sharks and manta rays. Macro life is still fantastic.
Jul
Continues to be prime time for large marine life. Humpback whales may be migrating through.
Aug
Excellent visibility and opportunities for encounters with sharks, mantas, and schooling fish.
Sep
Visibility can decrease slightly, but marine life remains prolific. Good for macro photography.
Oct
Manta ray season begins to pick up. Macro life is still a major draw.
Nov
Manta ray season is in full swing. Expect good sightings of schooling fish.
Dec
Continued good manta ray sightings. Macro life is excellent.
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