

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Malalayang Beach is a popular shore-access site near Manado, featuring a mix of reef, muck, and artificial reef habitats on volcanic black sand. The site is well-suited for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres and an average depth of 5 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though visibility varies between 5 and 15 metres. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of boat traffic and sharp coral in the area. Facilities include parking, toilets, showers, rinse stations, equipment rental, and a dive shop. Species recorded around this area include ghost pipefish, frogfish, nudibranchs, moray eels, lionfish, and various reef fish.
1.45380, 124.81250
Visit in the morning between 07:00 and 09:00 for clear water conditions before the area becomes crowded.
Located 4 kilometres from Manado city centre, accessible by public transport, private vehicle, or ride-hailing services in approximately 10 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include ghost pipefish, giant frogfish, Chromodoris nudibranchs, ribbon eels, moray eels, lionfish, and bluespotted fantail rays.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 5 metres and mild currents.
The depth at Malalayang Beach ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Malalayang Beach is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site is accessible for snorkelling and holds a snorkel rating of 3 out of 5.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Malalayang Beach in Manado. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Malalayang Beach in Manado. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Divers at Malalayang Beach in Manado should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Malalayang Beach in Manado typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Malalayang Beach in Manado typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.