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Independent geographic zone list that anchors Tanjung Seromadopo in Bacan Island records.
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Seromadopo
Coral-covered North Maluku slope with boat access and tide-linked currents.
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Boat-only bay site near Kusu Island Resort with strong coral cover, a boulder slope, and tide-dependent current.
About Seromadopo
Seromadopo is a North Maluku boat dive in a bay off Kusu Island Resort, where a coral-covered slope and boulders make the site feel more like a slow reef cruise than a hard drift. The reef is notable for strong coral coverage and a lot of fish and small-life detail, so it rewards a careful pass rather than a quick drop. Currents can change with the tide, so the best dives are planned around the local boat schedule and the water state. It is a good fit for divers who want structure, color, and marine life without an exposed blue-water profile.
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Research Estimate At Seromadopo
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VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentModerate current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Seromadopo?
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Seromadopo Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 35m
Depth Note
Slope-and-wall profile reaches about 35 m, with the top of the slope beginning shallow in the bay.
Best Season
Year-round, with warm water and generally good visibility through the seasons.
Typical Conditions
Boat-access bay site with a boulder slope, very good coral cover, and tide-linked current.
Safety & Access At Seromadopo
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Plan the dive around the tide and keep an eye on the slope once the current starts to move.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Kusu Island Resort.
Legal Notes
Standard resort boat access; tide timing matters more than permit friction.
Local Intel For Seromadopo
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best dived with attention to tidal timing due to current variability.
Freediving
The slope is better suited to scuba than casual freediving; the interesting structure and coral continue well beyond easy breath-hold range.
Snorkeling
Snorkel only in the shallowest calm-water areas; the site is primarily a scuba reef because the coral slope carries the main action.
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