Cathedral Rock

# Cathedral Rock, Pulau Wajang

Cathedral Rock at Pulau Wajang in Waigeo Island is a premier dive site in Raja Ampat, West Papua. This striking underwater formation features towering rock pinnacles and dramatic archways that resemble a cathedral, creating a visually spectacular diving experience.

Divers typically explore depths ranging from 5 to 40 meters, accommodating both beginners and experienced divers. The site is moderately challenging due to occasional strong currents typical of the region.

Cathedral Rock hosts an extraordinary abundance of marine life. Divers encounter vibrant coral gardens, schooling barracuda, trevally, and sweetlips. The site is known for frequent sightings of reef sharks, turtles, and occasionally larger pelagic species. Nudibranchs, moray eels, and colorful reef fish populate the crevices and overhangs.

The Halmahera Sea’s nutrient-rich waters support exceptional biodiversity, making Cathedral Rock a top destination for macro and wide-angle photography. Best conditions occur during dry season months when visibility exceeds 25 meters.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Mangrove Monitor Varanus chlorostigma hazfos

Porites-eating Nudibranch Phestilla sibogae tgosliner

Prosimnia semperi Prosimnia semperi tgosliner

Harlequin Sweetlips Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides tgosliner

Patzner's Blenny Salarias patzneri petdoc

Bigeye Trevally Caranx sexfasciatus tantsusoo

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)