Editorial feature on Pulau Hiri and Tafraka.
Tafraka
Shallow slope dive with dugongs, pelagics, and reef life.
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About Tafraka
Tafraka is a shallow-to-moderate slope dive where the appeal is the easy terrain and the chance that a lucky day brings something unusual into view. The site is relaxed rather than dramatic, with a broad sloping profile that lets divers move slowly along the reef and keep an eye out for dugongs, turtles, tuna, and small pelagic fish. It is a boat-access dive that works best when conditions are calm enough to make the slope easy to read and the marine life easier to spot.
Research Estimate At Tafraka
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Where Is Tafraka?
Tafraka Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 25m
Depth Note
Recommended maximum depth is about 25 m on a sloping reef.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer sea conditions preferred.
Typical Conditions
Sloping reef terrain with local current, calm-day visibility, and the occasional dugong surprise.
Safety & Access At Tafraka
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep your buoyancy steady on the slope and be ready for local current shifts if the sea is moving.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal way to reach the site.
Legal Notes
Follow operator guidance and local marine rules.
Local Intel For Tafraka
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Relaxed slope diving with a modest depth ceiling and a good chance of marine-life sightings.
Freediving
The shallowest slope could suit very experienced freedivers, but the site is primarily a scuba dive.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling is only plausible on the shallowest fringe in very calm conditions.
Tafraka Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Tafraka
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Recent Logged Visits At Tafraka
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Tafraka Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Tafraka Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Boat itinerary that includes Tafraka.
Regional guide to North Maluku dive conditions.
Dive-spot directory entry for Tafraka.
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