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Tanjung Bakau 1

A stunning marginal reef located just a ten-minute boat ride South West of Nabucco Spice Island Resort in Indonesia's North Maluku region awaits divers. This extraordinary dive site boasts a coral garden that gradually slopes down to a sandy bottom at a depth of 20 meters. With its sheltered position, this spot offers excellent conditions for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert.

Discover a vibrant underwater world here, where coral blocks teeming with life await exploration. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive camouflaged Scorpionfish as you navigate through the reef. The sandy bottom is home to fascinating creatures like the Humphead Parrotfish and the graceful Garden Eels. And be prepared for an exhilarating encounter with the ever-present Blacktip Reef Shark, which can often be spotted gracefully gliding through the waters.

Come and experience this hidden gem that promises remarkable visibility, reaching up to 0 meters, and a maximum depth of 0 meters. Immerse yourself in the wonders of this dive site and create unforgettable memories in this picturesque corner of Indonesia.

Diving Conditions Score for Tanjung Bakau 1

7.4
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Tanjung Bakau 1

Experience Level

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Weather Conditions for Tanjung Bakau 1

Wave Height

0.38m

Wind Speed

18.4 m/s

Water Temp

29.1°C

Visibility

63.78km

Cloud Cover

4%

Wave Period

2.3s

Air Temperature

28.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Tanjung Bakau 1
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Dive Score Chart for Tanjung Bakau 1

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.39684871794872/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.24m, Wind 4.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.263239826839827/10.

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

Sunrise at Tanjung Bakau 1: 06:00
Sunset at Tanjung Bakau 1: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Tanjung Bakau 1 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
17:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.24m (2.6s), Wind: 4.7 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 5.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Tanjung Bakau 1
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Tanjung Bakau 1

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 Tanjung Bakau 1

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 Tanjung Bakau 1

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

Ideal Conditions for Tanjung Bakau 1

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.4°C / 79.5°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.3m / 43.6ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.8m / 2.6ft

May

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Tanjung Bakau 1

Tanjung Bakau 1 follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.4°C) and January the coldest (23.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in May with average wave heights of 0.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in May 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). October is usually the driest month with 3.7mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during May to July, 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 22, 2026

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