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 29-31°C, warmest June, October, 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.
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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 Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (1.5, 124.75) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
87°F · Range: 29.6–31.2°C
Current Speed
1 cm/s
Direction: W (270°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.099 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
33.17 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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