Pangalisan

Type:

Scuba DivingFreedivingSnorkeling

Entry:Unknown

Difficulty:Intermediate

Tags:

ReefWall

About This Dive Spot

Pangalisan is a wall dive in Bunaken National Park within the Coral Triangle, known for abundant marine life and colorful coral growth. Divers can expect to see corals and sponges along the wall. It’s described as suitable for freediving, scuba diving, and snorkeling.

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Presented as a wall dive with abundant marine life suitable for scuba diving.

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Described as a good site for freediving along the wall.

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Also described as suitable for snorkeling with abundant reef life.

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📍 0.1 km

Bunaken Timur 1

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📍 0.7 km

Bunaken Timur 1

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This site in Bunaken National Park is known for a wall dive with vibrant corals and abundant sponges, supporting a wide range of marine life. It is described as suitable for freediving, scuba diving, and snorkeling.

📍 1.4 km

Likuan 3

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This site in Bunaken National Park is a wall dive within the Coral Triangle, featuring abundant corals and sponges. It’s described as suitable for freediving, scuba diving, and snorkeling, with a strong focus on marine-life encounters along the wall.

📍 1.5 km

Pangalisang

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Pangalisang is a drift dive site known for strong currents. Dives typically span 10–30 m, where pelagic and reef-associated fish are often seen along the drift. Marine life sightings can include schools of snapper, barracuda, batfish and fusiliers, along with smaller critters like ribbon eels and nudibranchs. Whitetip reef sharks may also appear occasionally.

📍 1.5 km

Likuan

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This site in Bunaken National Park is described as a wall dive within the Coral Triangle, featuring abundant reef growth including corals and sponges. It’s promoted as suitable for freediving, scuba diving, and snorkeling, with a mix of larger animals and macro life.

📍 1.6 km

Sachiko

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This site in Bunaken National Park is a wall dive within the Coral Triangle, known for vibrant corals and sponges and a high concentration of marine life. It is described as suitable for scuba diving, freediving, and snorkeling.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best entry point at Pangalisan?

Entry at Pangalisan is detailed in the spot description above. Look for specific landmarks, access paths, and any tide or condition requirements. Local divers often share updated entry tips in their dive logs.

What conditions are best for diving Pangalisan?

Optimal conditions at Pangalisan depend on several factors including tide, wind, and season. Check recent dive logs for current condition reports and patterns. Generally, calmer seas and high tide provide better visibility and easier entry.

What is the maximum depth and typical visibility at Pangalisan?

Depth and visibility information for Pangalisan can be found in the spot details and recent dive logs. Conditions can vary significantly based on weather, tide, and season. Always plan your dive according to current conditions and your certification level.

Are there any safety considerations or local etiquette at Pangalisan?

When diving Pangalisan, respect local regulations, marine life, and other water users. Be aware of any specific hazards like currents or boat traffic mentioned in the spot description. Follow Leave No Trace principles and local diving etiquette.