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Bolung Mandarin

Located on the mainland of Manado, this dive site offers a unique muck diving experience that is worth exploring. A short 15-minute boat ride will take you to this renowned spot, known for its vibrant marine life and, most notably, the famous mandarin fish.

Prepare to be amazed as you dive into the crystal-clear waters with a visibility of 22m. With a maximum depth of 19m, this dive site is suitable for both beginners and advanced divers. Immerse yourself in the underwater world and encounter a plethora of fascinating creatures such as mandarin fish, frogfish, seahorses, nudibranchs, shrimps, octopuses, crabs, and much more.

Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at this captivating dive site in Manado. Let the stunning marine biodiversity leave you in awe, while you soak in the beauty of nature beneath the surface. Whether you are a seasoned diver or just starting out, this site promises a truly memorable experience for all.

Diving Conditions Score for Bolung Mandarin

8.4
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Bolung Mandarin

Depth

19m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Bolung Mandarin

Wave Height

0.12m

Wind Speed

5.1 m/s

Water Temp

30.7°C

Visibility

56.62km

Cloud Cover

89%

Wave Period

3.3s

Air Temperature

28.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bolung Mandarin
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Dive Score Chart for Bolung Mandarin

Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 9.18747575757576/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 2.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.940505050505053/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Bolung Mandarin: 06:00
Sunset at Bolung Mandarin: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Bolung Mandarin are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
10:00

Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.12m (3.3s), Wind: 2.3 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.14m, Wind: 0.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Bolung Mandarin
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bolung Mandarin

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for Bolung Mandarin

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Bolung Mandarin

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Bolung Mandarin

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.1°C / 79.0°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

10.7m / 35.1ft

September

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.9m / 3.0ft

June

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Bolung Mandarin

Bolung Mandarin shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.1°C) and January the coldest (21.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in June with average wave heights of 0.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in June with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). April is usually the driest month with 5.7mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during June to August, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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