Official resort site with eastern-shore location and park fee notes.
Bunaken east-wall reef with mild currents and clear water
Bunaken east-wall reef with mild currents and clear water
Cha Cha is a Bunaken east-wall reef site with a steep coral face, mild currents, and very good visibility. It sits on the island’s quieter eastern shore, where the nearby house reef and short boat runs make it easy to mix shore time with guided dives. Expect warm water, healthy coral, and a site that works well for scuba, freediving, and snorkeling.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Best Season
Year-round; January-March can be rougher at the surface.
Typical Conditions
Warm clear water, mild currents, and a steep coral wall with excellent visibility.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over the wall and respect the fragile coral structure.
Access Restrictions
Park entrance and diver fees apply, and diving is managed under Bunaken National Marine Park rules.
Legal Notes
Operators follow a strict no-touch reef policy to protect the park’s coral walls.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A steep wall dive with mild currents and very good visibility.
Freediving
Stated to be suitable for freediving.
Snorkeling
Stated to be suitable for snorkeling.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Official resort site with eastern-shore location and park fee notes.
Operator summary covering house-reef access, short boat runs, and seasonal surface conditions.
Dive-site map placing Cha-Cha on the Bunaken east wall with mild currents and excellent visibility.
Community review mentioning the private beach, house reef, and in-house dive center.
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