How deep is Turtle Traffic (Maratua)?

Turtle Traffic (Maratua) has a depth range of 5–25 metres (16–82 feet). Check the dive site page for current conditions and any depth-specific guidance before planning your dive.

When is the best time to dive Turtle Traffic (Maratua)?

The best time to dive Turtle Traffic (Maratua) is typically Year-round. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Turtle Traffic (Maratua)?

Divers at Turtle Traffic (Maratua) in Indonesia commonly report sightings of Green sea turtle, Hawksbill turtle, Reef fish, Hard corals, and Anthias. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

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Turtle Traffic (Maratua)

East Kalimantan, Indonesia

Open Water suggestedMild to moderate current5–25 m depthBoat entryRash guard or 2mm shorty typical

Boat dive — see Entry & access.

Turtle Traffic (Maratua) at a glance

Turtle Traffic (Maratua) is a boat dive site in East Kalimantan, Indonesia with depths of 5–25 m (16–82 ft). Typically most favorable Dec–Oct · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Green sea turtle, Hawksbill turtle, and Reef fish. Recent reports put the water around 30°C (86°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 13h ago

0.2 mwaves — under half a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 30°C · seasonal avg 30°C

Site hazards: Mild to moderate current

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Dive windows this week

Best: Wed

Tue7:00–19:00

Wed7:00–19:00

Thu7:00–19:00

Fri7:00–19:00

Sat7:00–19:00

Sun7:00–19:00

Mon—

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:43 · Sunrise 6:05 · Sunset 18:18

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 8.7 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.

What Divers Say

Known for: Green sea turtle, Reef fish, Hard corals

Best time: Year-round

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.

Jan100%29°C0.3 m
Feb100%29°C0.4 m
Mar100%29°C0.4 m
Apr100%30°C0.3 m
May100%31°C0.2 m
Jun100%30°C0.2 m
Jul100%30°C0.4 m
Aug100%30°C0.3 m
Sep100%30°C0.3 m
Oct100%30°C0.2 m
Nov99%30°C0.3 m
Dec100%30°C0.3 m

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and December havetypically 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

Green sea turtleCommonly seen
Hawksbill turtleOccasionally seen
Reef fishCommonly seen
Hard coralsCommonly seen
AnthiasCommonly seen
NudibranchsOccasionally seen
TrevallyOccasionally seen
Reef sharkOccasionally seen

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Site details

A relaxed reef-slope dive off Maratua island that lives up to its name with abundant green sea turtles resting and grazing along the coral. Gentle to moderate current and healthy coral make it suitable for most divers, with reef fish and occasional passing pelagics. A popular, easy counterpoint to Maratua's high-current channel dives.

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Mild to moderate current

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