

Best for beginner divers, 18-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Labasong is a reef dive located off Bunaken Island, Indonesia. The site features a depth range of 18 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 24 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and consistent visibility of 30 metres, making it a suitable location for beginners. Access to the site is by boat from Manado. Water temperatures are warm, typically ranging between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The site offers a stable environment for exploring the reef structure at various depths.
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Because this site dives well year-round, you have flexibility with timing, but booking your boat early in the morning tends to mean calmer surface conditions for the journey out and back.
Accessible by boat from Manado harbor, approximately 40 to 45 minutes away.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-30m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is considered beginner-friendly due to the mild currents and the ability to explore shallower sections of the reef.
The site ranges from 18 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 24 metres.
Labasong is a boat-only dive site, requiring a boat journey from Manado.
The water temperature ranges from 28 to 30 degrees Celsius, and visibility is consistently around 30 metres.
Diving at Labasong in Manado requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Labasong in Manado. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Labasong in Manado are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.