

Best for intermediate divers, 18-30m, boat entry.
Tangkasi is a reef and wall site located 2000 metres off Bunaken Island, Indonesia. Divers experience a varied topography that drops from 18 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 24 metres. Access is by boat only. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers due to the potential for strong currents, which can develop rapidly even when surface conditions appear calm. Maintain good buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks along the wall structure. Typical dive duration is 50 minutes in water temperatures between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius.
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Position yourself along sand channel edges rather than swimming directly through them to observe eagle rays at 5-10 metres.
The site is accessed by boat, with traditional outrigger anchorages.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the potential for strong currents and the depth of the wall.
The site ranges from 18 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 24 metres.
Tangkasi is a boat dive located 2000 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 28 to 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Divers should watch for strong currents that can develop at depth and avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks on the reef structure.
Diving at Tangkasi in Manado requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tangkasi in Manado. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Tangkasi in Manado are June and July. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.