Explore Anambas Island
Located in the South China Sea is the Anambas Islands, an archipelago in Riau Islands, Indonesia. Of the 229 islands in the Anambas Islands, only 26 islands are inhabited meaning that the marine environment remains largely untouched. Plunge into crystal clear water from one of the many visiting liveaboards to uncover pristine reefs, wrecks, and incredible wall dives.
Due to the archipelago’s remoteness, scuba diving in the Anambas Islands is popular by liveaboards, yet, there are a small number of dive resorts operating in the area. Dive centres are unknown to the area as the dive sites are widespread and more comfortably travelled by liveaboard. From a bustling Singapore, take a trip to Anambas, for your chance to swim among eagles rays and whale sharks.
Top Anambas Islands Dive Sites
1. Igara Wreck
The Igara Wreck offers an advanced scuba diving experience, with strong currents and large schools of fish such as barracuda and angelfish. Half of the oil steamship remains underwater, providing an exciting wreck dive.
2. Malang Biru
A pinnacle dive site with steep slopes, Malang Biru is suitable for both scuba and freediving. Divers can explore abundant marine life, including vibrant coral formations. It's an adventure level dive, ideal for those seeking diverse underwater scenery.
3. Damar Island
Perfect for scuba divers, Damar Island offers a chance to see dolphins and whale sharks during migration season. The site provides an easy to moderate diving experience, with rich aquatic life and beautiful underwater landscapes.
4. Katoaka Reef
Katoaka Reef, a submerged pinnacle, is famous for encounters with blacktip reef sharks. Both scuba and freediving are possible here, with the reef’s rich biodiversity and challenging conditions making it an advanced dive site.
5. Acasta Reef
With the small wreck of Garsa Dua, Acasta Reef is an advanced scuba dive site. Blacktip reef sharks and trevallies are frequently spotted, with intriguing underwater formations adding to the adventure.