Local Raja Ampat operator page describing Cape Kri currents, drift timing, and reef structure.
Iconic Cape Kri reef point with strong current, big fish, and coral walls.
Iconic Cape Kri reef point with strong current, big fish, and coral walls.
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Tapor Tamiyam, Cape Kri, Raja Ampat is a high-energy reef point on the Kri Island side of the Dampier Strait, known for dense fish traffic, healthy coral, and the kind of current that can turn the reef into a fast-moving drift dive. It is best approached with a local boat plan, good current timing, and a diver who is comfortable staying calm when the site is moving.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 21m
Depth Note
Conservative reef-band estimate for the Cape Kri point; exact routing shifts with current timing.
Best Season
October through April is the main window, with year-round trips possible when conditions line up.
Typical Conditions
Fast water, steep coral structure, and dense fish traffic are part of the normal Cape Kri experience.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Plan the drift, respect the current, and treat the reef edge as a live ocean environment rather than a casual swim.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal approach; local operators should time the run to tide and current windows.
Legal Notes
Follow Raja Ampat reef etiquette and any park, operator, or resort rules that apply to the trip.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for divers who are comfortable with current and drift. The site can be smooth with the right timing, but it is not a place to force the reef.
Freediving
Only for very controlled, guided sessions on calm windows; casual breath-hold exploring is not the default use case here.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling trips are offered locally, but the site still behaves like a current-timed reef point, so timing and guidance matter.
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
Local Raja Ampat operator page describing Cape Kri currents, drift timing, and reef structure.
Local snorkel and dive trip listing that includes Cape Kri / Tapor Tamiyam boat trips.
Official tourism overview for Raja Ampat diving and marine biodiversity.
Destination guide with current, visibility, depth, and season context for Raja Ampat diving.
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