Maratua guide that highlights Lighthouse Maratua's fishy wall profile and occasional shark encounters.
Deep north-side wall dive
Lighthouse Maratua is a deep north-side wall dive with a steep slope, a sandy plateau, and strong current. It suits experienced divers who want big pelagic encounters, solid wall structure, and a classic Maratua current dive.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
40m - 45m
Depth Note
Sandy plateau reported at 40–45 m on a steeply sloping reef/wall.
Best Season
March to October
Typical Conditions
Steep slope, sandy plateau, moderate to strong current, and about 14 m visibility.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Plan for moderate to strong current and depths around 40–45 m; use appropriate gas planning and stay alert for large pelagic encounters.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from the Nabucco side; deep current-aware routing makes local operator guidance important.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Wall/reef dive with a sandy plateau around 40–45 m; best dived in moderate to strong current.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the depth and current make it primarily a scuba wall.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; the wall and plateau sit well below the surface.
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
Maratua guide that highlights Lighthouse Maratua's fishy wall profile and occasional shark encounters.
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