

Best for beginner divers, 10-40m, shore entry, mild current.
K41 is a shore-entry dive site located in the Cristo Rei Area of Timor-Leste. The site features a depth range of 10 to 40 metres and is suitable for beginners. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Marine life recorded at this site includes wrasses, which are very common, alongside groupers, bicolor angelfish, and valentini pufferfish. Rarer sightings include Eschmeyer's scorpionfish, weedy scorpionfish, emperor angelfish, and various nudibranch species such as the Chromodoris and solar-powered nudibranch. Ribbon eels and leaf scorpionfish are also occasionally encountered in this coastal environment.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
10-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Divers frequently encounter wrasses, while groupers, bicolor angelfish, and valentini pufferfish are also present. Rarer species recorded include Eschmeyer's and weedy scorpionfish, emperor angelfish, ribbon eels, and several types of nudibranchs.
Yes, K41 is considered suitable for beginner divers.
The depth at K41 ranges from 10 to 40 metres.
K41 is accessed via a shore entry.
While the site is primarily used for diving with depths reaching 40 metres, the shore entry allows for potential snorkelling in shallower sections.
Diving at K41 in Manatutu requires the following certifications: Experienced Divers. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at K41 in Manatutu. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit K41 in Manatutu are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at K41 in Manatutu 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.
K41 in Manatutu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at K41 in Manatutu typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.