Explore Bangka Island

Bangka Island, nestled within the northern Sulawesi coastline, offers a remarkable diving experience at the heart of the Coral Triangle. This region is celebrated for its astonishing marine biodiversity and vibrant coral reefs, providing a unique underwater spectacle for divers of all levels. The island's diverse dive environments range from dramatic walls and pinnacles to caves and swim-throughs, promising thrilling encounters with the rich marine life that inhabits these waters. Whether you're drifting along strong currents or exploring muck dive sites for rare creatures like dugongs, Bangka ensures an unforgettable adventure. A variety of marine life, including pilot whales, eagle rays, and sea turtles, add to the allure of diving here. The well-preserved reefs and clear waters make Bangka particularly suited for both experienced divers and beginners seeking to hone their skills in calm, shallow settings. To fully immerse in the island's underwater wonders, liveaboard trips offer the best access, allowing divers to explore the surrounding archipelago, including nearby islands like Talisei and Gangga. Few dive centers are available on Bangka itself, but certifications can be pursued through dive resorts or liveaboards, making it a versatile destination for diving enthusiasts.

Top Dive Sites Map

★★★★☆ Sipi

You don’t have to go to Lembeh for some excellent muck diving, you can find it at the Sipi dive site. A sandy bottom slope that begins at 3-4 meters and goes down 25 meters, is waiting for divers that love macro life.

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21.0 m
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16.0 m
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★★★★☆ Sempini 2

This dive site is particularly interesting for macro lovers. The dive starts on a sandy bottom at 3 meters where you slowly descend down to 25 meters.

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21.0 m
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14.0 m
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★★★★☆ Batu Mandi

Starting from a depth of 3 meters, you descend slowly, surrounded by corals, until you reach a wall that goes down to 30 meters. Suitable for diving and snorkeling.

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22.0 m
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17.0 m
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★★★★☆ Sahaung

Sahaung is one of the most famous dive sites in the area. You dive between two beautiful pinnacles and will find yourself surrounded by colorful corals and sea fans.

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22.0 m
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20.0 m
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★★★★☆ Busa Bora Kampung

Busa Bora Kampung is characterized by a nice and healthy coral garden from 3 meter until 18 meter. When you go deeper you reach the sandy bottom which is home to a multitude of critters.

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19.0 m
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16.0 m
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★★★★★ Sahaung 1

Sahaung is the most famous dive site in the area. You dive between two beautiful pinnacles and find yourself surrounded by colorful corals and sea fans.

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24.0 m
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20.0 m
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★★★★☆ Sahaung 2

Sahaung is the most famous dive site in the area. You dive between two beautiful pinnacles and find yourself surrounded by colorful corals and sea fans.

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25.0 m
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21.0 m
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★★★★☆ Busa Bora Barat

This site is characterized by a coral garden that extends from 3 meters to meet the sandy bottom at 30 meters. Particularly interesting are three coral blocks full of life.

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20.0 m
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18.0 m
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★★★★☆ Coral Eye House Reef

Coral Eye house reef is a dive site suitable for all levels of divers. A beautiful coral garden stretches form 1 meters to the sandy bottom at 13 meters.

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14.0 m
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15.0 m
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★★★★☆ Batu Tiga

This dive develops around 3 pinnacles (Batu Tiga means 3 rocks / pinnacles). Starting from the first pinnacle at 5 meters, you slowly descend until you meet the second, about 20 meters deep and the third with the base at about 30 meters.

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24.0 m
⌀ Depth
18.0 m
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★★★★★ Tanjung Harus

Tanjung Harus is located north of Talisei Island. Starting from a depth of 5 meters/15 ft, you proceed until you reach the entrance of the large cavern at around 60ft/20 meters.Diving characterized by experienced divers due to strong currents.

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23.0 m
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★★★★☆ Busabora 1

One of several dive sites off the small town of Sabora on Bangka Island. Reef slowly sloping to 20 or more meters with many coral blocks on a sandy bottom and schools of fish.

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19.0 m
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19.0 m
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★★★★☆ Batu Angus

Batu Gosoh is characterized by a series of submerged pinnacles that rise from 60 meters up to 3 meters. Starting from the internal lagoon, we proceed in the direction of the pinnacles.Black coral branches and caves characterize this site.Dive suitable for experienced divers as the current can be very strong

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18.0 m
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18.0 m
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Mares

★★★★☆ Batu Gosoh 1

Batu Gosoh is characterized by a series of submerged pinnacles that rise from 60 meters up to 3 meters. Starting from the internal lagoon, we proceed in the direction of the pinnacles.Dive suitable for experienced divers as the current can be very strong.

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26.0 m
⌀ Depth
20.0 m
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Diving in Banka Island

Close to Bangka Island, there are more than 30 breath-taking diving sites with incredibly varied topographies. Drift dive in strong currents over a row of underwater boulder pinnacles or night dive on a sloping coral reef with minimal to no current. Scuba diving around Bangka Island will reveal spectacular underwater caves, bizarre rock towers, steep rock faces or sandy places ideal for macro lovers - Bangka has it all.

The best Months to dive in Bangka Island

You can dive around Bangka Island all year round but the conditions do vary. March through to June is the dry season, therefore, visibility is at its peak during these months. From November to December the rainy season ensues and July through to October the winds pick up, with both periods having lower visibility.

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