

Best for beginner divers, 10-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Serena is a combined reef and muck dive site located off Siladen Island. The topography features depths ranging from 10 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Access is by boat only. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres, which may shift depending on tidal movement. Water temperatures remain consistent between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Night diving is available at this location. Divers should maintain good buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral and stay close to their guide due to potential fluctuations in visibility.
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Visibility at Serena can shift depending on the time of day and tidal movement, so early morning dives tend to offer the clearest water. If you plan to night dive, brief with your guide beforehand about the reef layout so the site feels familiar in the dark.
Access by boat from various dive centers and liveaboards.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 15 metres and mild currents.
The site features depths ranging from 10 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Access to Serena is by boat only.
Yes, night diving is available at Serena. It is recommended to brief with your guide beforehand about the reef layout.
Hazards include sharp coral, which requires good buoyancy control, and visibility that can drop without warning. Divers should stay close to their guide and monitor current strength.
Diving at Serena in Bitung requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Serena in Bitung. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Serena in Bitung 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.
Serena in Bitung typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Serena in Bitung typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.