Jalan Masuk - Sulawesi

Jalan Masuk, tucked away on Sulawesi, offers a solid, easygoing dive. It’s not going to blow your mind with massive pelagics, but for macro enthusiasts and those looking for a relaxed exploration, it delivers. We’ve logged some good time here spotting bicolor nudibranchs inching their way along the reef and the flash of Lubbock's wrasse darting between the staghorn and table corals. The reef here provides plenty of shelter, making it a good spot for a longer, unhurried dive, especially if you’re keen on photography or just want to soak in the smaller details. Expect a calm current most days, which makes it perfect for a second dive or an afternoon drift.

Location
Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
1.760335, 124.799576

Marine Protected Area: KK Kota Manado

Best Time to Dive in Sulawesi

The warmest water temperatures in Sulawesi occur in November, averaging 30.4°C. The coolest conditions are in September at 28.7°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 29.5°C
  • February: 29.4°C
  • March: 29.8°C
  • April: 30.3°C
  • May: 30.3°C
  • June: 29.7°C
  • July: 29.1°C
  • August: 28.8°C
  • September: 28.7°C
  • October: 29.5°C
  • November: 30.4°C
  • December: 30.2°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Sulawesi

Nearest Dive Centres to Jalan Masuk

Marine Life in Sulawesi

Home to 252 recorded species including 162 reef fish, 53 hard corals, 9 seagrass & algae, 9 sea snails & nudibranchs, 6 clams & mussels, 4 sea cucumbers.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Jalan Masuk

Based on average water temperature of 29.7°C, currents 4 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories