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Bualo

Located within the mesmerizing Bunaken National Park in the heart of the coral triangle, this captivating dive site boasts a magnificent wall dive experience teeming with a plethora of marine life, stunning corals, and vibrant sponges. Whether you are a passionate freediver, an adventurous scuba diving enthusiast, or a leisurely snorkeler, this spot is an absolute paradise waiting to be explored.

Here, you will encounter an incredible array of marine creatures, including the enchanting green turtle, the graceful White/Black Tip Shark, the majestic Eagle Ray, the impressive Napoleon Fish, the mesmerizing Nudibranchs, the fascinating Shrimps, the elusive Crabs, the minuscule yet captivating Pygmy Seahorse, and many other captivating species. Prepare to be amazed by the diversity and beauty of the underwater world at this fascinating dive site.

With a remarkable visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive site offers a truly immersive experience for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner eager to embark on your underwater journey or an advanced diver seeking new adventures, this site caters to all skill levels.

Discover the wonders of the underwater realm at this exquisite dive site within Bunaken National Park. Experience the thrill of diving amidst colorful corals and encounter an abundance of marine life that will leave you in awe. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this spectacular underwater paradise.

Diving Conditions Score for Bualo

8.1
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Bualo

Depth

24m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Bualo

Wave Height

0.18m

Wind Speed

11.9 m/s

Water Temp

30.9°C

Visibility

51km

Cloud Cover

3%

Wave Period

4.05s

Air Temperature

29.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bualo
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Dive Score Chart for Bualo

Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 8.463595505617977/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.14m, Wind 6.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.367735864978902/10.

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

Sunrise at Bualo: 06:00
Sunset at Bualo: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Bualo 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
15:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.14m (4.45s), Wind: 6.9 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 3.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Bualo
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bualo

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 Bualo

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 Bualo

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

Ideal Conditions for Bualo

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

June

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.5m / 4.9ft

August

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Bualo

Bualo shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.7°C) and January the coldest (23.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in August with average wave heights of 1.5m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in August 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). June is usually the driest month with 1.9mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during August to October, 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 - Jul 13, 2026

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