

Best for intermediate divers, 15-40m, shore entry, mild current.
The Wall is a shore-entry dive site in the Cristo Rei Area of Timor-Leste, featuring a combined wall and reef structure that descends from 15 to 40 metres. With visibility reaching 30 metres, divers can observe the topography, which includes sharp coral and rock formations requiring careful buoyancy control. The site is suited for intermediate divers, with water temperatures ranging from 27 to 29C. Marine life recorded here includes wrasses, which are common, alongside less frequent sightings of Chromodoris and Nembrotha nudibranchs, ribbon eels, groupers, triggerfish, and various anemonefish. Divers should monitor local conditions for mild to moderate currents and remain aware of boat traffic during shore entries.
-8.48018, 125.92177
The entry is sometimes hard to find because there is quite a bit of grass growing between the road and the water; look for a path used by fishermen.
Located 46.2km from Dili at the base of a small 34 house village. On the south side of the road and above the dive site is a thorn tree with a locally made bench underneath it. There is a makeshift turnout right after the tree where one or two vehicles can be parked.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-40m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers regularly encounter wrasses at this site. Other species recorded include Chromodoris and Nembrotha nudibranchs, ribbon eels, groupers, triggerfish, blackback anemonefish, maroon clownfish, blackspotted pufferfish, cardinalfish, and various sea stars.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers. An Advanced Open Water certification is required due to the depth range and the attention required for buoyancy control around the wall and reef.
The wall and reef structure drops from 15 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
The Wall is a shore-entry dive. Divers should remain aware of boat traffic when performing their entry.
While the site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 40 metres, the structure begins at 15 metres.
Diving at The Wall in Manatutu requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at The Wall in Manatutu. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The Wall in Manatutu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Wall in Manatutu typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.