Sulawesi, Indonesia
    Kepulauan Togean

    Chinatown

    Best months: Jan–May

    Protected Area

    Kepulauan Togean

    Why dive here

    With 238+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, giant moray eels, pygmy seahorses, seahorses and sperm whales - Chinatown offers some of Sulawesi's richest 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
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Chinatown is one of those sites that always feels like a reliable friend, a comfortable dive. We usually hit it when we want to just cruise and spot some interesting critters without too much exertion. The seafloor here has quite a lot of sand, but you'll find plenty of smaller coral heads scattered about, usually home to a nice range of cowries and those striking leafy ark shells. Keep an eye out for the small giant clams too, they blend in well. It’s a pretty easy dive, good for shaking off the rust or just enjoying a calm hour underwater, especially for those who prefer to take their time.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Chinatown

    Chinatown Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Chinatown, 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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