How deep is Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta)?

Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta) ranges from 5 to 30 metres deep (16–98 feet). It is a saltwater site rated as intermediate difficulty. Depths vary across the site, so plan your profile to your training and verify conditions locally.

Is Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta) a shore dive or a boat dive?

Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta) is a boat dive — access is by boat rather than from shore. The entry is recorded as a giant-stride entry. The entry area is recorded as moderately exposed to surge. No facilities are recorded at the site, and cell service is recorded as good. Entry details and parking notes, where known, are listed in the access section of this page.

Can beginners dive Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta)?

Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta) is rated as intermediate difficulty, which may not suit new divers. Listed depths run from 5 to 30 metres (16–98 feet). Access is by boat, with the entry recorded as a giant-stride entry. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta)?

The best time to dive Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta) is typically September to November. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta)?

Divers at Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta) in Indonesia commonly report sightings of Trevally, Napoleon wrasse, Fusiliers, Whitetip reef shark, and Table and staghorn coral. Fusiliers and Table and staghorn coral are recorded as common sightings, while Trevally, Napoleon wrasse, and Whitetip reef shark are reported only occasionally. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

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IntermediateBoat entry

Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta)

Maluku, Indonesia

Open Water suggested5–30 m depthBoat entry3mm wetsuit typical

Boat dive — see Entry & access.

Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta) at a glance

Hatta Reef (Pulau Hatta) is an intermediate boat dive site in Maluku, Indonesia with depths of 5–30 m (16–98 ft). Typically most favorable Oct · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Trevally, Napoleon wrasse, and Fusiliers. Recent reports put the water around 27°C (80°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 13h ago

1.2 mwaves — about a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 27°C · seasonal avg 27°C

Site hazards: Variable current on the wall, depth, remote location

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Dive windows this week

Best: Mon

Sat7:00–19:00

Sun7:00–19:00

Mon12:00–19:00

Tue7:00–19:00

Wed7:00–19:00

Thu7:00–19:00

Fri—

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:53 · Sunrise 6:14 · Sunset 18:18

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 9.7 km from site · graded 13h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

No diver reports for this site yet. — one dated observation helps every diver after you.

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What Divers Say

Known for: Fusiliers, Table and staghorn coral, Anthias

Best time: September to November

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

Jan96%30°C0.7 m
Feb85%29°C0.9 m
Mar95%30°C0.5 m
Apr97%30°C0.6 m
May82%29°C1.0 m
Jun76%28°C1.1 m
Jul61%27°C1.2 m
Aug65%27°C1.2 m
Sep87%27°C1.0 m
Oct100%29°C0.6 m
Nov97%30°C0.4 m
Dec94%30°C0.7 m

October hastypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.

Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.

Marine life seen at this site

Species noted at this site — not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

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Site details

The reefs fringing Pulau Hatta on the eastern edge of the Banda group, offering classic Banda Sea wall and slope diving in clear water. A coral-garden shallows of table and staghorn formations gives way to a steep drop where reef sharks patrol the deeper sections. Currents are usually gentle, making it a relaxed site for reef detail and the occasional pelagic.

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Variable current on the wall, depth, remote location

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