Sulawesi, Indonesia
    KK Kota Manado

    Bigfish housereef

    Best months: Jan–May

    Protected Area

    KK Kota Manado

    Why dive here

    With 238+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, giant moray eels, pygmy seahorses, seahorses and sperm whales - Bigfish housereef offers some of Sulawesi's richest reef diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest June, October, November.

    Best timeJan–May
    WetsuitNo wetsuit needed, or a rash guard
    Marine lifeBlacktip Reef Sharks, Giant Moray Eels, Pygmy Seahorses, Seahorses and Sperm Whales · 238+ species recorded
    Water29-31°C · warmest June, October, November
    CharacterReef dive
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The Bigfish housereef in Sulawesi offers a relaxed shore dive, perfect for a gentle introduction to Indonesian coral reefs or a leisurely afternoon exploration. Expect a mix of hard and soft corals, with smaller reef fish flitting through the branches. It’s a good spot for newer divers looking to build confidence or macro enthusiasts keen on spotting the smaller stuff without strong currents.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Bigfish housereef

    Bigfish housereef Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Bigfish housereef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (1.5, 124.75) (0km away)

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    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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