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# Galaxy Dive Site

Dive Conditions

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Depth
15m – 40m
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Visibility
20m
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Level
Advanced
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Current
🌀 Strong

Galaxy is an exceptional dive site located at Groot Fam Island in Raja Ampat’s Fam Islands, West Papua, Indonesia. This Pacific Ocean destination offers stunning underwater scenery suitable for intermediate to advanced divers.

Divers descend to depths between 15-40 meters, where pristine coral gardens and dramatic rock formations create a mesmerizing landscape. The site features vibrant hard and soft corals hosting abundant marine life, including schools of fusiliers, trevally, and snappers.

The nutrient-rich waters of the Halmahera Sea support diverse wildlife encounters. Divers frequently spot reef sharks, rays, and abundant smaller fish species darting through intricate coral structures. Macro life, including nudibranchs and crustaceans, adds to the biodiversity.

Strong currents are common, making this site best suited for experienced divers comfortable with drift diving. Excellent visibility typically ranges from 15-25 meters, depending on conditions. Galaxy exemplifies the world-class diving Raja Ampat is renowned for, combining thriving coral ecosystems with impressive marine populations.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Denise's Pygmy Seahorse — seen at this dive site
Denise's Pygmy Seahorse Hippocampus denise sophiehabegger
Ocellaris Anemonefish — seen at this dive site
Ocellaris Anemonefish Amphiprion ocellaris albertcasals
Napoleon Wrasse — seen at this dive site
Napoleon Wrasse Cheilinus undulatus ulfswenson
Raja Dottyback — seen at this dive site
Raja Dottyback Pseudochromis ammeri wetlens
Batangas Halgerda — seen at this dive site
Batangas Halgerda Halgerda batangas popaul
Mangrove Monitor — seen at this dive site
Mangrove Monitor Varanus chlorostigma leosmutny

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 40 m
Min Depth 15 m
Difficulty Advanced
Current Strong
Visibility 20 m
GPS -0.5620°, 130.2771°