Giovannis Point

Best months: Jan–Dec

Protected Area

KKP3K Pulau Sali, Gane Barat Utara

Why dive here

With 131+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles, sperm whales and pufferfish - Giovannis Point offers some of Halmahera's richest reef diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest May, November, December.

Marine lifeSea Turtles, Sperm Whales and Pufferfish · 131+ species recorded

Water28-30°C · warmest May, November, December

CharacterReef dive

Las Palmas Reef is a relaxed drift, perfect for an afternoon or, better yet, a night dive. We love that it’s usually mellow, no ripping currents here, just a gentle push along a sandy slope dotted with coral heads. The max depth of 18m means plenty of bottom time, and we often find ourselves lingering over the details. During the day, look for queen conchs moving slowly over the sand and big schools of bluestriped grunts hanging out under ledges. We've seen bonefish cruising the edges, too. But at night, Las Palmas really comes alive. The resident octopus often makes an appearance, flowing across the reef. We always spot spiny lobsters waving antennae from crevices, and the king crabs are usually out foraging. Keep an eye peeled for playful squid hovering in the dive lights, changing colours as they investigate you. It's an easy, rewarding dive for anyone who appreciates the slower pace and wants to see the reef's nocturnal shift.