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    Engine Point dive site
    wreck
    21m
    Beginner
    Sulawesi, Indonesia
    KK Kota Manado

    Engine Point

    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 - Engine Point offers some of Sulawesi's richest wreck 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
    CharacterWreck dive · max 21m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Engine Point sits at a comfortable 21 meters, a nice, easy dive that’s perfect for beginners or a relaxed second tank. It’s a good spot to take things slow, scanning for the smaller critters that often hide in plain sight. You’ll typically find a good variety of reef fish here, making it a reliable choice for a straightforward dive.

    Typical Engine Point Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m21m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Dive shops near Engine Point

    Thalassa Dive Resort - Manado

    3km away
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    3WILL Bunaken

    4km away
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    Fish In Air Bunaken

    6km away
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    Panorama Dive Center

    6km away
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    Manado Adventure Diving Center

    7km away
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    Bunaken Oasis Dive Resort

    7km away
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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Engine Point

    Engine Point Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Engine Point, 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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