Independent news report describing Kelapa Dua as a steep wall known for thresher shark sightings and current strength.
Steep wall dive on Kakaban Island.
Kelapa dua is a Kakaban Island wall dive with a shallow coral top, a steep drop and a reputation for early-morning thresher-shark passes. It combines colorful coral, sea fans and macro life in the shallows with a current-sensitive wall below, so it works best as a boat dive planned around timing, guide knowledge and a careful ascent plan.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 28m
Depth Note
A shallow coral top drops into a steep wall; the upper reef is shallow enough for easy viewing, while the deeper slope reaches the shark zone.
Best Season
Year-round; early mornings are the best window for thresher-shark action.
Typical Conditions
Steep wall with very good visibility and current that can strengthen near the drop-off; early-morning shark action is the classic window.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
This is a guide-first dive. Check current, keep the planned depth conservative, and treat the wall section as a serious offshore outing.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; use a guide familiar with Kakaban current patterns and morning shark timing.
Legal Notes
Follow local reef etiquette and guide instructions; the site is treated as a protected marine setting.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for divers who want a steep wall, strong reef life and a real chance of thresher-shark encounters when the timing is right.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; the shallow top is interesting, but the wall and shark zone are the main event.
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
Independent news report describing Kelapa Dua as a steep wall known for thresher shark sightings and current strength.
Independent dive-directory entry with review visibility and current notes.
Independent DAN article describing shallow Acropora coral at Kelapa Dua on Kakaban Island.
Resort dive page describing the wall profile, thresher shark cleaning behavior and training fit.
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