Generic Maratua guide that supports the area-wide wall-diving and logistics context.
Fish-forward southwest wall dive
Johnnys House is a southwest Maratua wall dive that trades coral scenery for schooling fish and a steep wall profile. It suits intermediate divers who want fish life more than scenery.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 17m
Depth Note
Steep wall with a maximum depth of about 17 m.
Best Season
March to October
Typical Conditions
Steep southwest wall, limited coral, schooling fusiliers and snapper, and visibility around 10 m.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Access Restrictions
Shore entry or short boat support depending on operator setup; the steep wall is best for controlled dives.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Steep wall dive with emphasis on fish life rather than coral scenery.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the wall is better suited to scuba than breath-hold sessions.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; the wall and schooling fish are best seen underwater.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Generic Maratua guide that supports the area-wide wall-diving and logistics context.
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