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The site is best run with a local operator because the boat approach and drift conditions need judgment on the day.
Boat-dive wall on Atauro with coral cover, a cracked reef face, and active fish life on the exposed west coast.
About Franks Crack
Franks Crack is an open-sea Atauro wall dive with a coral-covered face, a big crack in the reef, and a mooring-line style descent that keeps the route controlled while the water is moving. It suits divers who want clear water, strong fish life, and a more exposed profile than a sheltered cove, with current and depth shaping the day’s plan.
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Research Estimate At Franks Crack
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Franks Crack?
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Franks Crack Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 30m
Depth Note
Boat-access wall dive with a coral crack, starting shallow and continuing to about 30m.
Best Season
Dry-season and other calm-weather windows.
Typical Conditions
Boat descent over a coral wall and cracked reef, open-sea exposure, strong water movement, and clear water when conditions are settled.
Safety & Access At Franks Crack
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficStrong current
Safety Notes
Plan the dive with current, open water exposure, and depth in mind; a local operator makes the day easier to judge.
Access Restrictions
Boat access and local conditions planning are part of the normal setup.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine-area rules and any dive-briefing guidance for the Atauro and west-coast dive sites.
Local Intel For Franks Crack
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
This is a controlled boat dive with a mooring-line descent, a sloping wall, and enough structure to keep the route interesting without making the navigation hard.
Freediving
Freediving is not the natural use case; the boat approach, depth range, and open-water exposure make it better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is not the main use case. The interesting relief sits below the surface and the mooring-line setup points to scuba.
Wildlife at Franks Crack
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Franks Crack
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Franks Crack
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