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Dive-resort page with access, depth, and current detail for the Red Sand site.
Local operator required
Local Alor operators handle boat logistics, briefing, and macro-focused guiding.
Boat-access Alor macro site with volcanic sand, wall structure, and advanced-level planning.
About Pasir Merah
Pasir Merah is a volcanic sand slope north of Pura Island, built around red sandy terrain, a dramatic wall, and bubbling gas vents that give the site its strange topography. It is a macro-friendly dive where the attraction is the terrain, the volcanic texture, and the chance to slow down for sharks, mandarinfish, and small critters instead of chasing current or big depth. Plan on an advanced boat dive with careful buoyancy and a slow look at the sand and wall transition.
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Research Estimate At Pasir Merah
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Pasir Merah?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Pasir Merah Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 30m
Depth Note
Volcanic red-sand slope with an adjacent wall; sources describe the wall as reaching about 35 m, so 30 m is the conservative planning limit.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer water windows preferred for macro work.
Typical Conditions
Volcanic sand slope and wall dive with macro life, good visibility on calmer days, and current that can range from mild to strong.
Safety & Access At Pasir Merah
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Plan conservatively around depth, current, and buoyancy on the sand slope. Use a proper dive computer, marker buoy, and a local briefing before dropping in.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; local operator timing and sea conditions determine when the site is sensible to dive.
Legal Notes
Follow local operator guidance and any regional marine access rules for the Pura/Alor area.
Local Intel For Pasir Merah
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for experienced divers who want a slope-and-wall dive with macro texture and careful buoyancy control.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; the site is better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is secondary; the interesting features are better reached by scuba.
Wildlife at Pasir Merah
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Pasir Merah
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Pasir Merah
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.