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Boat-entry drift reef, 15-25 m visibility, calm to moderate current, and broad marine life.
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Bunutan
Drift-friendly Amed reef with coral and eel gardens
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A local guide can match the entry, current, and pickup plan to the day's tide window.
Boat-access reef on Amed's Bunutan stretch with a sloping profile, coral gardens, and a current-sensitive route that suits confident divers.
About Bunutan
Bunutan is a drift-friendly reef on Amed's Bunutan stretch with a sloping profile, sandy starts, coral gardens, and plenty of fish life. It is best planned as a moving-water dive with tide-aware timing, a comfortable drift, and the right boat or shore setup for the day. Confident buoyancy and a relaxed pace make the site easier to enjoy when the current is moving.
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Research Estimate At Bunutan
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Bunutan?
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Bunutan Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 40m
Depth Note
Published profiles vary from about 5-30+ m to 10-40 m, with a sandy start that drops into a longer reef section.
Best Season
April to October
Typical Conditions
A sloping reef with a sandy start, coral formations, and a drift-capable route that can feel more animated once the current moves.
Safety & Access At Bunutan
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Plan for a drift-style route and keep buoyancy tight over the slope. The site is more comfortable for divers who are confident with moving water and changing pickup timing.
Access Restrictions
Best for certified divers comfortable with drift-style conditions. Use a guide if you want the easiest entry and exit plan for the tide.
Legal Notes
Follow local access rules and dive-operator briefings.
Local Intel For Bunutan
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Scuba is the primary way to see Bunutan well. The dive suits calm, controlled buoyancy over a reef that can move from easy touring into drift conditions.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site. The slope and current make scuba the better fit.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallowest calm sections near Bunutan Point. The main reef is better on scuba.
Wildlife at Bunutan
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Bunutan
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Bunutan
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
