Where is the best place to scuba dive in Sulawesi?

There is the Batu Kapal pinnacle off Nain Island, which is in the area which descend quite deep and are only suitable for advanced scuba divers. Since the currents can be quite strong, the dive guides on the day will determine the best place to dive around Nain Island, with several small dive sites known well only to them.

Where is the white sand beach in Sulawesi?

Bira is a popular beach destination located on the South-East tip of the same Sulawesi’s peninsula as Makassar. To access the area, you have to buy a ticket in a booth (15’000Rp locals / 40’000Rp foreigners). The main draw of Bira is the long (a few kilometers) white sand beach.

How did the island of Sulawesi get its name?

The name is a combination of the words “sula” which means island, and “besi”, which means iron, to pay homage to the rich Lake Matano iron deposits. This Sulawesi guide is part of our Diving in Indonesia guide that also has diving in the Gili Islands, Raja Ampat, Bali and Komodo .

Which is the best city to visit in South Sulawesi?

South Sulawesi is huge. The sprawling capital and bustling port city of Makassar in the far south is tumultuous yet friendly, and likely where your journey will start or end. While you’re there, feast on some of the best seafood on the island and explore the stunning karst landscapes just outside of town.

When is the best time to dive Batu Pendeta?

The best time to dive Batu Pendeta is from April to November, however it is possible to experience this amazing site year round. Creatures to encounter here include angelfish, triggerfish, butterflyfish, fusiliers and unicornfish.

Where is the best place to dive in Bangka?

Peter Sponge – This is the spot to hang out at if you have dugongs on your must see wish list! Peter Sponge lies on the east coast of Bangka, just north of Tiga Batu and is primarily a muck dive site. Your dive profile will be pretty linear at Peter Sponge.

What kind of fish do you see in Sulawesi?

Keep your eyes peeled and you will see mimic octopus, flamboyant cuttlefish, harlequin shrimps, skeleton shrimps, nudibranchs, several species of sea horses, scorpion fish and devil fish. This dive site offers warm water diving at 28 degrees Celsius with an abundance of fish life to see.