

Best for beginner divers, 2-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Nudi Retreat on Siladen Island is a diverse site featuring a shallow coral bowl that transitions into a sandy slope with encrusted boulders and two mini walls. Depths range from 2 to 30 metres, averaging 15 metres. The site is accessible by boat and suits beginners, though divers should be aware of moderate currents and variable visibility between 5 and 20 metres. Marine life includes various nudibranchs, such as Chromodoris and Nembrotha, alongside Wunderpus, Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Flamboyant Cuttlefish, and several frogfish species. Other inhabitants include Coconut Octopus, Ornate Ghostpipefish, and Oriental Flying Gurnard. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 28 to 30 degrees Celsius.
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Bring a powerful focus light and red filter to reveal identification features on nudibranchs that are invisible in ambient conditions.
Boat access is required to reach this shallow reef system.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Apr, Oct
Divers regularly encounter nudibranchs like Chromodoris and Nembrotha, as well as Wunderpus, Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Flamboyant Cuttlefish, and various frogfish. Other species include Coconut Octopus, Ornate Ghostpipefish, and Oriental Flying Gurnard.
Yes, Nudi Retreat is suitable for beginners, though it requires boat access and divers should be prepared for moderate currents.
The site ranges from 2 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling, with healthy soft coral growth found as shallow as 2 metres.
The best months to dive or snorkel at Nudi Retreat are April and October.
Yes, Nudi Retreat in Bitung is a boat-access-only dive site. You will need to book with a local dive operator or charter a boat to reach it.
Diving at Nudi Retreat in Bitung requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Nudi Retreat in Bitung. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Nudi Retreat in Bitung. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Divers at Nudi Retreat in Bitung should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Nudi Retreat in Bitung. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Nudi Retreat in Bitung typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.