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Species report for the Mujiu/Bacan zone.
Local operator required
Kusu Island Resort is the normal dive-base, so a local operator is the practical way to time the tide and position the dive.
Short boat dive on a coral-heavy slope with tide-sensitive current and easy resort logistics; best when you plan around the tide.
About Mujiu
Mujiu is a short-boat reef dive in a bay off Kusu Island Resort, known for a gently sloping coral wall and healthy cover. The site is tide-sensitive rather than deep, so the dive is usually simple in shape but can turn livelier when the current picks up. It suits certified divers who want a compact North Maluku coral dive with easy boat logistics and plenty of reef life. The setting is more about coral density and tide timing than dramatic topography.
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Research Estimate At Mujiu
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Mujiu?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Mujiu Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 16m
Depth Note
SSI describes the slope as ranging from a few meters down to about 16 m.
Best Season
Year-round diving is possible in North Maluku, but Mujiu is best on calmer tide windows.
Typical Conditions
A bay slope with very good coral cover, short boat access, and current that varies with the tide.
Safety & Access At Mujiu
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Watch the tide, stay compact on the slope, and treat the current as the main planning variable. Keep the dive simple and let the coral coverage do the work.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only from the Kusu Island Resort side; the site is tide-sensitive, so plan around the day's current rather than treating it like a shore entry.
Legal Notes
No special permit surfaced in the guide pages; follow the resort boat brief and local tide timing.
Local Intel For Mujiu
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Gentle slope with very good coral coverage, short boat access, and tide-aware current planning. It suits divers who want coral structure and a compact reef swim rather than a drift-heavy run.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; the best part of the slope sits beyond casual breath-hold viewing and the current can move with the tide.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site for casual use; the structure is better appreciated on scuba because the slope and current leave little for surface viewing.
Wildlife at Mujiu
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Mujiu
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Mujiu
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
