

Best for beginner divers, 8-45m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Tinabo Island in Taka Bonerate, Indonesia, features a diverse underwater landscape including a shallow reef, a dramatic wall, a drop-off, and a blue hole. The site ranges in depth from 8 to 45 metres and is suitable for beginner divers. Visibility is high, typically between 30 and 50 metres, with mild currents and water temperatures ranging from 27C to 30C. Access is available via both shore and boat. Guided tours are recommended to help navigate the varied terrain. Sharks are present at this site; divers should follow guide instructions, maintain calm behaviour, and avoid sudden movements, particularly when exploring the wall and drop-off areas.
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Stick with a guided tour on your first dive here, as the site has a lot of terrain to navigate and the guide will help you make sense of the wall and blue hole without feeling overwhelmed. The site is accessible year-round, so there is no pressure to rush your trip around a specific season.
Travel from Makassar to Tanjung Bira by rental vehicle, then ferry to Pamatata Selayar Port. Continue overland to Patumbukan port, then take a local boat or speedboat to Tinabo Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-45m
Visibility
30-50m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, offering mild currents and a varied landscape that is well-suited for those learning to navigate different underwater features.
The site offers a depth range of 8 to 45 metres, encompassing a reef, wall, drop-off, and blue hole.
Tinabo Island is accessible by both shore and boat.
Sharks are present at this site. Divers should follow their guide's instructions, remain calm, and avoid sudden movements, especially near the wall and drop-off.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tinabo Island in Sulawesi. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Tinabo Island in Sulawesi typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tinabo Island in Sulawesi typically ranges from 30 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.