

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, shore entry, moderate current.
Chinese Town in Una Una, Indonesia, is a shore-entry dive site featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. The site offers depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Conditions vary, with visibility between 3 and 10 metres and moderate currents that can change without warning. Divers should exercise caution regarding entanglement around submerged structures and debris. The site is suitable for beginners, though careful planning is required to manage currents. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and equipment rental services.
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Arrive early in the morning when currents tend to be more manageable and visibility is often at its best. The site has good on-site facilities including parking, showers, and a rinse station, so you can take your time gearing up without rushing.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of moderate currents and maintain good buoyancy control.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Chinese Town is a shore-entry dive site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallower zones starting at 5 metres may be accessible for snorkelling depending on current conditions.
Hazards include moderate currents that can pick up unexpectedly and the risk of entanglement with submerged structures or debris near the artificial reef.
Diving at Chinese Town in Manado requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Chinese Town in Manado. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Chinese Town in Manado. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Chinese Town in Manado are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Chinese Town in Manado. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Chinese Town in Manado typically ranges from 3 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.