

Best for beginner divers, 20-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Aer Banua 1 is a reef and drop-off site located off Siladen Island. The topography features a shallow reef section suitable for beginners, transitioning into a drop-off that reaches depths of 20 to 30 metres. Divers typically experience mild currents, though these can strengthen unexpectedly, requiring close attention to guides. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and water temperatures remain warm between 28 and 30C. The site is accessible only by boat and is suitable for night diving. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, groupers, moray eels, lionfish, and nudibranchs.
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Book a guided tour, especially if you are a newly certified diver, as the current can pick up unexpectedly and a local guide will know exactly where to position you on the reef. Air fills and a dive shop are available nearby, so there is no need to travel with full kit.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
While specific sightings are not confirmed at this exact site, species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, moray eels, lionfish, and nudibranchs.
Yes, the reef section is well-suited to those building confidence, though divers should be aware that currents can increase without warning.
The site has an average depth of 20 metres, with a maximum depth range of 20 to 30 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; you must be confident in the water before entering from the boat.
The site is primarily used for diving, and boat entry is required to reach the reef and drop-off.
Currents are generally mild but can strengthen unexpectedly. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres.
Diving at Aer Banua 1 in Bangka requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Aer Banua 1 in Bangka. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.