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Jakarta offers an unexpected underwater paradise just a short boat ride from its bustling urban landscape. The Thousand Islands, or Kepulauan Seribu, present an idyllic diving escape with over 110 islands featuring white sandy beaches and tranquil, clear waters. These islands provide a rich tapestry of marine life, where divers can encounter a diverse range of tropical fish, vibrant coral reefs, and even the occasional visit from turtles and reef sharks. The shallow slopes and excellent visibility make it an ideal spot for beginners and snorkelers alike.

For those seeking more adventure, the volcanic landscapes near Krakatoa and Ujung Kulon National Park offer thrilling dive environments with caverns and swim-throughs sculpted by ancient lava flows. Here, more experienced divers can explore these unique underwater formations and witness the power of nature up close. Dive trips can be arranged through local dive centers, offering convenient weekend getaways or longer liveaboard journeys for those looking to explore the further islands near the Sunda Strait. Whether you seek calm, romantic escapes or exhilarating underwater adventures, Jakarta's nearby islands provide a compelling dive experience that surprises and delights.

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    Diving in Jakarta

    In the Thousand Islands, idyllic beaches descend down to uncover calm dive sites carpeted with pristine coral reefs providing the perfect location to complete dive courses. Thrill-seekers have access to stronger currents, at sites like The Noodle, and well-preserved deep wreck dives are available for experienced divers at Tabularasa Wreck. Those who are feeling bold can venture into tunnels that lead into giant underwater caves at Karang Copong or brave fast drift dives at Karang Serang in the waters near Krakatoa. Several large wrecks also lie in the Java sea close to Krakatoa and Ujung Kulon.

    Top Wildlife Sightings in Jakarta

    Delve into the thriving coral reefs at Thousand Islands to discover moray eels, hypnotising cuttlefish and blue-spotted stingrays flourishing in their stunning underwater environment. Many of the Thousand Islands and Ujung Kulon have marine park status and hence boast thriving multi-coloured reefs with a great number of sea turtles. At the underwater landscapes of Krakatoa, the corals are less prosperous. Yet, volcanic rocks that appear like submerged ancient ruins host barracuda, bumphead parrotfish and sharks.

    Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

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    Green Turtle

    Green Turtle
    2.2k Sightings
    J
    168
    F
    132
    M
    136
    A
    181
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    210
    J
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    149
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    210
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    187
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    Hawksbill Turtle

    Hawksbill Turtle
    907 Sightings
    J
    74
    F
    65
    M
    19
    A
    77
    M
    114
    J
    124
    J
    95
    A
    47
    S
    67
    O
    71
    N
    92
    D
    62

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 200

    Alamy-WaterFrame
    Moray Eel

    Moray Eel
    620 Sightings
    J
    72
    F
    34
    M
    7
    A
    58
    M
    98
    J
    75
    J
    55
    A
    38
    S
    60
    O
    51
    N
    28
    D
    44

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 27

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    Barracuda

    Barracuda
    263 Sightings
    J
    20
    F
    0
    M
    15
    A
    29
    M
    32
    J
    34
    J
    28
    A
    3
    S
    42
    O
    23
    N
    19
    D
    18

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 28

    Udo Kefrig
    Clownfish

    Clownfish
    2.1k Sightings
    J
    179
    F
    119
    M
    96
    A
    126
    M
    246
    J
    221
    J
    229
    A
    163
    S
    121
    O
    192
    N
    188
    D
    182

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 90

    Shutterstock-Rich Carey
    Angelfish

    Angelfish
    1.4k Sightings
    J
    134
    F
    96
    M
    57
    A
    83
    M
    166
    J
    147
    J
    139
    A
    122
    S
    93
    O
    137
    N
    101
    D
    106

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 350

    Alamy-Andre Seal
    Damselfish

    Damselfish
    1.3k Sightings
    J
    171
    F
    71
    M
    50
    A
    95
    M
    141
    J
    130
    J
    140
    A
    104
    S
    78
    O
    126
    N
    108
    D
    70

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 130

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    Butterfly Fish

    Butterfly Fish
    1.2k Sightings
    J
    104
    F
    80
    M
    51
    A
    75
    M
    148
    J
    130
    J
    115
    A
    92
    S
    63
    O
    111
    N
    99
    D
    94

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 12

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    Lionfish

    Lionfish
    1k Sightings
    J
    87
    F
    63
    M
    42
    A
    83
    M
    105
    J
    109
    J
    109
    A
    83
    S
    74
    O
    108
    N
    94
    D
    81

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 100

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    Parrotfish

    Parrotfish
    961 Sightings
    J
    93
    F
    42
    M
    33
    A
    68
    M
    118
    J
    90
    J
    85
    A
    81
    S
    95
    O
    90
    N
    95
    D
    71
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    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 85

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    Surgeonfish

    Surgeonfish
    622 Sightings
    J
    44
    F
    32
    M
    12
    A
    26
    M
    82
    J
    66
    J
    82
    A
    38
    S
    54
    O
    69
    N
    58
    D
    59

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 130

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    Pufferfish

    Pufferfish
    593 Sightings
    J
    71
    F
    31
    M
    16
    A
    30
    M
    77
    J
    60
    J
    53
    A
    65
    S
    53
    O
    65
    N
    20
    D
    52

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 3000

    SSI-Peter-Schinck
    Nudibranch

    Nudibranch
    523 Sightings
    J
    60
    F
    59
    M
    10
    A
    45
    M
    46
    J
    38
    J
    31
    A
    23
    S
    59
    O
    58
    N
    43
    D
    51

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 150

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    Sweetlips and Grunts

    Sweetlips and Grunts
    422 Sightings
    J
    59
    F
    27
    M
    11
    A
    14
    M
    46
    J
    52
    J
    43
    A
    29
    S
    44
    O
    48
    N
    31
    D
    18

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 8

    Alamy-Reinhard Dirscherl
    Bannerfish

    Bannerfish
    367 Sightings
    J
    40
    F
    15
    M
    16
    A
    23
    M
    48
    J
    55
    J
    31
    A
    29
    S
    21
    O
    41
    N
    29
    D
    19

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 40

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    Triggerfish

    Triggerfish
    283 Sightings
    J
    6
    F
    18
    M
    11
    A
    30
    M
    35
    J
    30
    J
    1
    A
    20
    S
    41
    O
    47
    N
    17
    D
    27

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 60

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    Soldierfish

    Soldierfish
    266 Sightings
    J
    16
    F
    6
    M
    4
    A
    9
    M
    52
    J
    18
    J
    16
    A
    21
    S
    37
    O
    42
    N
    14
    D
    31

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 7000

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    Crab

    Crab
    210 Sightings
    J
    22
    F
    14
    M
    7
    A
    8
    M
    28
    J
    17
    J
    18
    A
    22
    S
    16
    O
    30
    N
    13
    D
    15

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 60

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    Squirrelfish

    Squirrelfish
    148 Sightings
    J
    7
    F
    5
    M
    3
    A
    9
    M
    3
    J
    19
    J
    1
    A
    23
    S
    14
    O
    35
    N
    12
    D
    17

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 3

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    Trumpetfish

    Trumpetfish
    145 Sightings
    J
    1
    F
    2
    M
    5
    A
    11
    M
    30
    J
    11
    J
    5
    A
    15
    S
    13
    O
    30
    N
    20
    D
    2

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 90

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    Goatfish

    Goatfish
    140 Sightings
    J
    5
    F
    3
    M
    22
    A
    9
    M
    41
    J
    7
    J
    4
    A
    15
    S
    8
    O
    10
    N
    7
    D
    9

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 120

    SSI-Peter-Schinck
    Cuttlefish

    Cuttlefish
    120 Sightings
    J
    2
    F
    16
    M
    8
    A
    19
    M
    13
    J
    0
    J
    11
    A
    4
    S
    9
    O
    27
    N
    11
    D
    0

    The best Months to dive in Jakarta

    Jakarta offers diving opportunities year-round, with the best conditions typically experienced during the dry season from April to October. During these months, divers can enjoy higher visibility, often reaching up to 20 meters/66 feet, due to reduced rainfall and calmer surface conditions. Water temperatures range from 28°C–30°C/82°F–86°F, making it comfortable for diving.

    From November to March, the wet season brings increased rainfall and stronger currents, which can reduce visibility and affect dive safety. While diving is still possible, these conditions may not be ideal for less experienced divers. Winds are generally mild throughout the year, but it's always advisable to check local weather reports before planning a dive.

    Dive Centers

    KURABESI DIVE SCHOOL, Friends of Kurabesi Diving Community

    KURABESI DIVE SCHOOL, Friends of Kurabesi Diving Community

    Jalan Ros Merah Blok J No. 17, 13420 Jakarta, JK - Indonesia
    MAZU DIVERS

    MAZU DIVERS

    Gedung TPI Pulau Pramuka RT 001 RW 04 Kios No. 1, 14530 Jakarta, JK - Indonesia
    Wilu Dive Center

    Wilu Dive Center

    Komplek Sepolwan Jl. Cemp. No. 33, 15412 DKI Jakarta, JK - Indonesia
    Sea Pearl

    Sea Pearl

    Jl. Susilo III No.3, 11450 JAKARTA, Indonesia

    Pelangi Scuba

    Jl. H. Muhi III No. 43, 12310 Jakarta Selatan, JK - Indonesia

    Putri Duyung Indonesia

    Infiniti Office Permata Regency D/37, 11470 Jakarta Barat, JK - Indonesia

    Jakarta Ocean Explorer

    Graha Cempaka Mas Tower E2 lt7 No.7 Jl. Letjen Suprapto No. 1, 10640 Jakarta Pusat, JK - Indonesia

    NDT DIVE

    Jl. KRI Ajak No. 40 C Komplek AL radio Dalam - DKI, 12140 Jakarta, JK - Indonesia

    BMJ DIVE SCHOOL

    Kantor Satuan Brimob Polda Metro Jaya, Jalan Prajurit Usman & Harun no 18, 10410 Jakarta Pusat, JK - Indonesia

    Amazing Scuba Indonesia

    Jl. Alexandri 1 No. 31, 12210 Jakarta Selatan, JK - Indonesia

    Segara Dive Indonesia, PT Segara Nusantara Indonesia

    JL. RA. Fadillah, RT. 01/ RW. 05, Cijantung, Kec. Pasar Rebo, 13770 Jakarta Timur, JK - Indonesia

    Anak Negeri Dive center

    Jl. CIlandak KKO Marinir No. 21, 12450 Cilandak-Jakarta Selatan, JK - Indonesia

    LAUT DIVE INDO

    Jl. Kemang Timur No 57B, 12730 Jakarta, JK - Indonesia

    Dive Sites

    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    Pulau Air Bagian Barat <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.6)</span>

    Pulau Air Bagian Barat (★4.6)

    This is a beautiful dive site with Light to middle currents. You can Drift Diving at this site, and have an artificial reef in underwater, this divesite is easy for begginer and you can entry dive on surface if doesnt want backroll.
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    Tabularasa Wreck <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

    Tabularasa Wreck (★4.2)

    Located on the eastern part of Pramuka Island, this site has one of the best shipwrecks in the area. The Tabularasa shipwreck beautifully sits at a depth of 20 to 33 meters. The visibility can some times be tricky. The reef slope at the shallower water is also nice to visit.
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    MONAS SOFTCORAL <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.3)</span>

    MONAS SOFTCORAL (★4.3)

    10 minutes to go here divesite, this site is one of best is in Pramuka Island. Have an MONAS REPLICA on Underwater, and have an GOOD CORAL REEF like a flower. Easy to Beginner Diver Depth maximum 18 meter and sand bottom.
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    Langka - Langka <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★5.0)</span>

    Langka - Langka (★5.0)

    5 Minutes to go here, and Current is Light and Easy for beginner. The Coral Was GOOD and BIG Stone, Best Spot Photo and Video. The Visibility depend On Season.
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    Area Perlindungan Laut (APL) <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

    Area Perlindungan Laut (APL) (★4.4)

    Dive sites that have character, strong currents and we can Drift Diving on this site, we can see the wreck of the praja at a depth of 20 m, you can go with line or when you start diving after getting off the boat
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    Sekati Island (Sisi Timur) <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.8)</span>

    Sekati Island (Sisi Timur) (★4.8)

    10 Minutes from Pramuka Island to go here Divesite, The Current is Light to Middle, Drift Dive, Control and ensure your bouyancy when drift, and enjoy Best Spot For Wide Angle Photo and Video
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    Pulau Air <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.1)</span>

    Pulau Air (★4.1)

    Pulau Air is a huge artificial island that is suitable for diving training. It has some shallow water areas on the inside, and deep water (to 40m) on the outside.
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    POOL Wreck <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.5)</span>

    POOL Wreck (★4.5)

    The Site is have pool wreck and sandy bottom, so many nudibranch and currecnt is light to middle. Good for learning drift dive and bouyancy for beginner.
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    Poso Wreck <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.7)</span>

    Poso Wreck (★4.7)

    The reef is quite nice and easy to navigate. The lighthouse is commonly used as the entry point. To get to the wreck, the diver should take a short course off from the reef, following the sandy bottom area, perpendicular to the reef. The wreck is located at around 30 m deep.
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    Tanjung Penyu <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

    Tanjung Penyu (★4.4)

    10 Minutes From Pramuka Island, the coral reef was good, on surface sometimes choopy (moving) between the wind of season. Easy to Find Macro here and Turtle
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    Timur Pramuka <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.7)</span>

    Timur Pramuka (★4.7)

    this dive site is beautiful coral and very near from Pramuka Island. Its easier for beginner (open water) and you can find turtle around this site
    INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur
    Pulau Macan <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★3.8)</span>

    Pulau Macan (★3.8)

    2 Hours to go this divesite, and we can dive is West part Of Tiger Island. The Site is have a beautiful coral reef and many seafan and turtles. For Begginer is easier for diving, also if you want for snorkling too.
    Amazing Scuba, 12210 Jakarta Selatan
    Papa Theo Wreck <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.0)</span>

    Papa Theo Wreck (★4.0)

    Papa Theo wreck is located 15 minutes from Sepa Island and lies on the perimeter of the Seribu archipelago. The wreck is no longer intact, but divers can still see the overall structure.
    Scubapro
    Tribuana Indoor Pool <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.5)</span>

    Tribuana Indoor Pool (★4.5)

    Tribuana Pool is considered an Indoor Diving Facility. The pool has more than 100m2 surface area, with layered depths from 1.2, 5, 10, and 16 meters. The pool is suitable for training.
    Scubapro
    Soft Coral <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

    Soft Coral (★4.2)

    15 minutes from Pramuka Island, this reef is a popular site for its coral. There is one sandy bottom area at 6 meters for conducting diving courses on the northern part of this reef. On the southern part, there is a “Monas“ miniature that is very interesting to be visited.