Divers have nothing but praises for the reefs surrounding the small islands in Manado Bay. Sheer walls are covered with an incredible amount of hard corals and invertebrate life! Visibility is usually very good in the 20 to 30 metre ranges, sometimes even better. The variety of marine life here is excellent, it won’t be difficult to catch sight of hard and soft corals, whip corals, sponges and clinging filter feeder such as crinoids and basket stars.
One of the most popular sites is the spectacular three-pronged coral wall that can keep any diver enthralled for dive after dive. In the deeper parts of the wall one can see sharks, large rays and Napoleon wrasse.
Tips & Recommendations for Divers
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Manado |
EXPERIENCE LEVEL | Beginner – Advanced |
DIVING SEASON | March to September |
DEPTH | 14m – 48m |
VISIBILITY | 10m – 30m |
CURRENTS | Gentle |
SURFACE CONDITIONS | Can be strong |
WATER TEMPERATURE | 30ºC |