WAKATOBI - DESCRIPTIVE TEXT
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Wakatobi is a collection of islands in southeastern Indonesia known for its healthy coral reefs and abundant marine life. The waters around Wakatobi contain over 50 dive sites within easy reach by boat, featuring small animals, reef life, and excellent visibility ranging from 15-80 meters. Jacques Cousteau called the Wakatobi islands one of the finest dive locations in the world due to the diversity and health of marine species observed there.
WAKATOBI - DESCRIPTIVE TEXT
- 1. WAKATOBI
- 2. The area of Wakatobi is fast gaining a reputation as one of the top dive spots around. This small collection of islands in the south east of Sulawesi enjoys some of the healthiest coral fields you are likely to see. The rich waters mean an abundance of marine life in all its forms and the area is now regularly visited by liveaboards.
- 3. Wakatobi is a collection of small islands in the Banda Sea, south east of the mainland of Sulawesi. The main islands of WAngi, KAledupa, TOmea, BInongki have some superb reefs that are supported and protected by the local communities. Jacques Cousteau was sufficiently moved to claim this area as possibly the finest dive site in the world.
- 4. With very little in the way of infrastructure in this remote part of the world, you'll enjoy the peace and solitude that this paradise archipelago provides. You can relax on the sun deck, chatting about the days diving, content in the knowledge that you are far from marauding hordes of tourists. Wakatobi is one of the newest and most exciting diving destinations in Indonesia, winning extraordinary praise from its visitors both for outstanding and accessible diving and the quality of service they receive from the dive operation.
- 5. Although it is simple enough to get to with charter flights from Bali, you still have the remote pioneer-diving feel when enjoying these sites. For fans of Wakatobi diving it is not only that there are so many incredible dive sites within easy reach of the resort, being only a short speedboat ride away, but also that a few fin kicks from the shore lies the best house reef in the world. For serious divers looking for the one of the finest diving experiences in Indonesia, this could well be the place.
- 6. Wakatobi Diving Season March to December is the season for scuba diving in Wakatobi. This applies to both the resort vacations and to liveaboard safaris. July and August bring rich plankton blooms and their attendant big marine animals, but also cooler water and lower visibility.
- 7. The water temperature varies quite a bit here. This is a quick guide: October maximum of 30°C, the latter half of August minimum of 25°C, March until May the temperature averages 28°C, June, July and September are between 26 to 27°C, October 28 to 30°C November to March averages 28°C. In other words for 99% of the year, the temperature ranges between 26 - 29°C.
- 8. Wakatobi Reef Basics Great for: Small animals, underwater photography, reef life and health and visibility Not so great for: Wrecks and non-diving activities Depth: 5 - >40m Visibility: 15 - 80m Currents: Gentle Surface Conditions: Calm Water Temperature: 26 - 29°C Experience Level: Beginner - advanced Number of dive sites: >50 Distance: 1,020 km north east of Bali (2½ hours) Access: Wakatobi liveaboards Recommended length of stay: 7 - 11 days
- 9. Climate January and February normally sees the wet season here. Located just south of the equator, Wakatobi has an even, tropical climate with temperatures around 32°C all year round. We recommend visiting from March to December - it's the Wakatobi high season (most busy around April/May and September/November) during which the diving is consistently good. November to April is the best time for spotting pilot whales. During the first and last months of the season you may find yourself in a refreshing shower but this does not greatly affect the diving. In the summer months the surface tends to be a little choppier due to coral spawning which is evidence that there are things going on beneath the waves.
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