Whaleshark Observation Point

Sulawesi, Indonesia

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Conditions & tides

Satellite view of Whaleshark Observation Point

Whaleshark Observation PointSulawesi

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conditions visualisation

Good5/5

Calm and diveable right now — best window today 8 AM–6 PM.

Wind5 kn ESE

Current~0.2 kn WNW · model

Swell

0.1 m · 4s · SE

Water

28 °C

Conditions through the day

7 AM7 PM

Calmest current near slack — 10:30 AM & 09:45 PM local

Sunrise 05:36 AM · Sunset 05:42 PM local

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Tide · local

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On-face swell 0.1 m — the component of the swell aimed at this site’s exposed face. Current is a regional model value (Copernicus, ~9 km grid) — a guide to the area, not a precise reef measurement. Imagery © Esri · not depth or visibility.

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Marine forecast via Copernicus Marine. Score is a rule-based guide from swell/wind vs. the site's exposure — always dive your own assessment.

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About this site

Whaleshark Observation Point lies off Sulawesi, Indonesia, in the waters of the Celebes Sea region near the island's northern coast. The coordinates place it within the broader Bangka and Bunaken diving area north of Manado, a stretch of coastline known for its proximity to deep offshore waters.

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Marine life here

Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.

Tawny Hermit CrabCoenobita rugosusReported here · unconfirmed
Haptosquilla glyptocercusReported here · unconfirmed
Whale SharkRhincodon typusObserved near here · iNaturalist
Three-spot DascyllusDascyllus trimaculatusObserved near here · iNaturalist
Pacific TrumpetfishAulostomus chinensisObserved near here · iNaturalist

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