On-site dive center with boats, rental gear, oxygen, and small-group diving.
Boat-accessed marginal reef with coral blocks and pinnacles.
Boat-accessed marginal reef with coral blocks and pinnacles.
Trips are typically arranged through a Munda-area dive operator.
Tanjung Bakau 2 is a boat-accessed marginal reef southwest of Nabucco Spice Island Resort with coral blocks and pinnacles in gently sloping rocky terrain. The site works well for a range of experience levels, and its tropical profile keeps the diving varied without turning it into a deep or technical outing. Expect good marine life, clear water, and the calmest conditions in the May to July window.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 25m
Depth Note
Reported maximum depth is about 25 m; the site is still approachable from a shallow entry over rocky reef.
Best Season
May to July
Typical Conditions
Gentle sloping rocky terrain with coral blocks and pinnacles, warm water, and good visibility in the better seasonal window.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; dive with the resort operator.
Legal Notes
Plan on guided boat access from the resort and confirm conditions with the dive center before departure.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Marginal reef with coral blocks and pinnacles over gently sloping rocky terrain, good for relaxed reef exploration and boat dives.
Freediving
The shallow reef and clear water can work for relaxed freediving in calm weather, but it is still a boat trip and best done with the operator.
Snorkeling
Clear water and reef structure make snorkeling worthwhile when seas are calm.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
On-site dive center with boats, rental gear, oxygen, and small-group diving.
Small-group resort diving with strong marine-life and coral context.
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