Independent Amed dive-site guide with depth, visibility, and condition details.
Bunutan
Amed drift reef with coral slopes, garden eels, and boat access.
Local operator required
Boat access and drift timing are normally arranged through a local Amed operator.
About Bunutan
Bunutan is a classic Amed drift reef that is usually dived by boat, with a shallow sandy start that rolls onto coral slopes, big sponges, and a productive garden-eel section. Shore access is possible, but the site is mainly managed as a drift dive, and the pickup exit can involve an uphill walk back to the road. Turtles, barracuda, morays, pufferfish, lionfish, shrimp, and other reef life are regularly reported.
Research Estimate At Bunutan
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Where Is Bunutan?
Bunutan Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 40m
Depth Note
Reported from about 5 m on the sandy start down to roughly 35-40 m along the reef.
Best Season
Year-round, with tide windows more important than season.
Typical Conditions
Sandy start, garden-eel field, coral slope, and a drift section where current can build with the tides.
Safety & Access At Bunutan
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Often dived as a drift from a boat; plan for current and coordinate exit logistics if doing a shore dive due to the uphill walk back to pickup.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is standard; shore entry can require an uphill walk back to the pickup point.
Legal Notes
Follow local operator instructions for drift timing and shore pickup.
Local Intel For Bunutan
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Amed drift dive with a sandy start, coral slope, and drift along the reef.
Bunutan Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Bunutan
Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Recent Logged Visits At Bunutan
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Bunutan
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Bunutan Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Bunutan Guide - Sources and Updates
Last Updated
Research Sources
Amed dive-center page describing boat access and the coral garden drift profile.
Independent resort guide describing Bunutan as a quieter Amed dive site.
Local dive-center page covering the boat-access reef slope and wall.
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