Aer Banua 3
Protected Area
KK Minahasa Utara
Why dive here
With 238+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, giant moray eels, pygmy seahorses, seahorses and sperm whales - Aer Banua 3 offers some of Sulawesi's richest reef diving. Water ranges 29-30°C, warmest April, May, November.
Aer Banua 3, located in Sulawesi, offers a straightforward dive. Expect to see a good variety of the usual reef fish – fusiliers, snapper, and the occasional batfish school. It's a reliable spot for a second or third dive of the day, appealing to divers who appreciate consistent, comfortable conditions without too much drama.
Typical Aer Banua 3 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Nearest Dive Centres to Aer Banua 3
Dive shops near Aer Banua 3
Cocotinos Manado A Boutique Dive & Spa
Celebes Divers
Siladen Resort & Spa
Thalassa Dive Resort - Manado
Fish In Air Bunaken
3WILL Bunaken
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Aer Banua 3
Aer Banua 3 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Aer Banua 3, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
28.81°C
84°F
Current Speed
5.39 cm/s
Direction: W (291.8°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.127 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
33.19 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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