

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Kakabanana is a reef and wall site located 1000 metres off the shore of Kakaban Island. The site features a gentle slope compared to the surrounding walls, making it suitable for beginners. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though currents can be present. Visibility varies between 10 and 40 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is well-suited for observing smaller reef life in the shallows. Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Spotfin Lionfish, Clown Triggerfish, and various nudibranchs and flatworms.
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The jellyfish in the lake have lost their ability to sting because they have no natural predators in the landlocked environment.
Reached by boat, approximately 2 hours from Berau or 20 minutes from Sangalaki.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Spotfin Lionfish, Clown Triggerfish, Candy Crab, Chromodoris Nudibranch, Harlequin Sweetlips, Unicornfish, Pennant Bannerfish, Spotted Unicornfish, Checkerboard Wrasse, Flatworm, Forcepsfish, Ocellaris Anemonefish, and Blackspotted Pufferfish.
Yes, Kakabanana is considered suitable for beginners due to its gentle slope and generally mild currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 1000 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling, particularly in the shallows, and holds a snorkel rating of 3/5.
Diving at Kakabanana in Kalimantan requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Kakabanana in Kalimantan. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Kakabanana in Kalimantan are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Kakabanana in Kalimantan typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kakabanana in Kalimantan typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.