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Lists Shark Point with 25 m visibility, strong current, and shark/ray/turtle highlights.
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Shark Point, Selayar
Boat-access shark reef off East Selayar.
Reef-to-wall profile with current-sensitive boat diving; best for experienced teams comfortable with drift and variable flow.
About Shark Point, Selayar
Shark Point, Selayar is a boat-access reef off East Selayar where a sandy slope drops into a deeper wall and open-blue edge. It is best known for shark encounters, passing rays, and dense schools of fish over sea fans and soft corals. Currents can build quickly, so plan for a drift-aware dive and a team comfortable with changing flow.
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Research Estimate At Shark Point, Selayar
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Shark Point, Selayar?
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Shark Point, Selayar Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
25m - 45m
Depth Note
Public site guides place Shark Point around a mid-20s to mid-40s meter profile, with a drop-off / slope mix and strong-current caution.
Typical Conditions
Current ranges from mild to strong; dives may combine drift segments with swimming against the current.
Safety & Access At Shark Point, Selayar
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Currents can range from mild to strong, and the dive may require alternating between drifting and swimming against the current.
Local Intel For Shark Point, Selayar
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A mixed profile may be needed, combining drift diving with sections swimming against the current.
Freediving
Only for very experienced freedivers and only in calm conditions; the site is better suited to boat-based scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site. The stronger profile and current make it a better fit for scuba than surface-only visits.
Wildlife at Shark Point, Selayar
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Recent Logged Visits At Shark Point, Selayar
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Shark Point, Selayar
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
