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Coral gardens, barrel sponges, anthias, and year-round conditions.
Pangalisang is an advanced drift dive on Bunaken's east wall with strong current, excellent visibility, and rich coral structure.
About Pangalisang
Pangalisang is a current-swept drift dive on Bunaken's east wall, best for divers who are comfortable moving with the flow and want a big coral profile with lots of fish life. The site mixes a shallow coral top, steep wall sections, and long safety-stop territory, so it suits a measured multilevel run more than a rushed swim. Expect strong currents, excellent visibility, and the kind of reef action that can bring snapper schools, barracuda, batfish, fusiliers, ribbon eels, nudibranchs, and the occasional whitetip reef shark.
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Research Estimate At Pangalisang
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentVery strong current
Where Is Pangalisang?
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Pangalisang Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 30m
Depth Note
Pangalisang typically runs 10-30m, with the reef top around 10m before the wall drops away.
Best Season
Year-round, with clearer water in the drier months.
Typical Conditions
Strong-current drift along a steep wall with a shallow top around 10m and long safety-stop room.
Safety & Access At Pangalisang
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Plan drift procedures, buoyancy, and a proper safety stop; low tide can complicate beach access.
Access Restrictions
Guided drift setup is recommended; low-tide reef access can be awkward along Pangalisang Beach.
Legal Notes
Inside Bunaken National Park; follow local park and operator rules.
Local Intel For Pangalisang
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced drift scuba on a steep wall with strong current, a shallow coral top, and long safety-stop room.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the wall and current fit scuba better than breath-hold use.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is possible along Pangalisang Beach in calmer sections, but low tide can make reef access tricky.
Wildlife at Pangalisang
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Pangalisang
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Pangalisang
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
