

Best for intermediate divers, 6-50m, boat entry, moderate current.
Gunung Waha on Tomia Island is a diverse dive site featuring a reef, wall, drop-off, and pinnacle. The site ranges from 6 to 50 metres in depth, with an average of 25 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents that can strengthen quickly, requiring careful monitoring of position and depth. Due to the depth and current conditions, this site is suited for intermediate divers with an Advanced Open Water certification. Access is by boat only, and dives typically last 60 minutes. Divers are advised to coordinate with local operators to time dives with incoming currents for the best experience.
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Time your dive to coincide with an incoming current rather than fighting an outgoing one, as the flow direction significantly affects how you move between the pinnacle and the wall. Confirm current conditions with your operator on the morning of your dive, as they can read local tidal patterns that no app will tell you.
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Depth
6-50m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site ranges from 6 to 50 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers, and an Advanced Open Water certification is the minimum recommended level due to the depth and current conditions.
Gunung Waha is a boat-access only site.
Visibility is generally 15 to 30 metres, and water temperatures range from 26 to 30C. Moderate currents are common but can strengthen quickly.
Strong currents can develop rapidly, so monitor your position relative to the wall and pinnacle. Given the 50-metre maximum depth, maintain awareness of your bottom time and ascent rate.
Diving at Gunung Waha in Wakatobi requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Gunung Waha in Wakatobi. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Gunung Waha in Wakatobi are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.