Samama Mangroves - Derawan Islands

Samama Mangroves offers a unique dive, unlike the usual reef dives in Derawan. Here, you’re exploring the intricate root systems of the mangroves, looking for the smaller creatures that shelter there. It's a calmer, shallower dive, perfect for photographers or anyone wanting to slow down and observe juvenile fish, crabs, and nudibranchs. We find it’s a refreshing change of pace, suited to macro enthusiasts rather than those chasing big pelagics.

Location
Derawan Islands, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
2.140892, 118.326270

Marine Protected Area: Pulau Semama

Nearby Dive Sites in Derawan Islands

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Marine Life in Derawan Islands

Home to 124 recorded species including 73 reef fish, 38 hard corals, 6 seagrass & algae, 3 whales & dolphins, 2 clams & mussels, 1 other.

Notable Species