

Tenga is a reef dive located off Bunaken Island, Indonesia, accessible only by boat. The site features depths between 20 and 30 metres. Divers should be prepared for strong currents that can develop quickly, requiring careful planning and consultation with the boat crew before entry. Visibility at the site varies, ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures are consistently warm, typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the active boat traffic in the area, divers must stay close to their group and deploy a safety sausage upon ascent.
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Current at Tenga can run strong without much warning, so talk to your boat crew before you descend and follow their read on timing. Boat traffic is active in these waters, so stay close to your group and surface with a safety sausage clearly deployed.
Located in Manado, North Sulawesi. Accessible via Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) followed by taxi, ride-hailing, or private transfer.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site features depths ranging from 20 to 30 metres.
The site is not recommended for inexperienced divers due to the presence of strong currents that can develop without warning.
Access to Tenga is by boat only; shore entry is not possible.
The main hazards are strong currents and active boat traffic. Divers should receive a full briefing from the boat crew and always use a safety sausage when surfacing.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tenga in Manado. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Tenga in Manado are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Tenga 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.
Tenga in Manado can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Tenga in Manado typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.