Ring of fire - Sulawesi

Sunset House Reef gets a lot of hype, and honestly, we think it deserves it. This isn't a deep, drift-diving spectacular, but for easy shore access and finding cool critters, it’s a winner. We’ve spent countless hours finning around here, and it rarely disappoints. Drop in right off the steps and you’re immediately into a busy, shallow world. The maximum depth of 16m means plenty of bottom time to hunt for the smaller stuff. We’ve had incredible luck spotting Secretary Blennies peering from their holes and even found a few shy Long-snout Seahorses tucked into the coral. Keep an eye out for the resident green turtles that glide by, seemingly unbothered by divers. The reef structure itself isn't dramatic, more of a gentle slope with plenty of nooks and crannies, perfect for spotting everything from parrotfish munching on coral to lurking moray eels. We’d suggest going in the late afternoon; the light is softer, and the dive boats usually clear out, leaving you with a more peaceful experience. It’s an ideal spot for macro enthusiasts, new divers building confidence, or anyone who just wants a relaxed, accessible dive without needing a boat.

Location
Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-0.810700, 121.622600
Type
reef

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 Ring of fire

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 Ring of fire

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