Pinnacle - Sulawesi

Out in Sulawesi, the site simply known as Pinnacle often delivers exactly what the name suggests: a lone column rising from the deep. We’ve found the currents here can be a bit shifty, so it’s worth checking conditions before you jump, but that movement often brings in some interesting pelagics, though we mostly focus on the reef residents. Keep an eye out for the smaller stuff like dwarf morays tucked into crevices and the vibrant flash of six-line wrasse darting between the corals. It’s a good spot for a drift dive if the current is running, best suited for divers who appreciate the subtle details and aren't afraid of a bit of a ride.

Location
Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-0.216004, 121.636024
Type
pinnacle

Marine Protected Area: Kepulauan Togean

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 Pinnacle

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 Pinnacle

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