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Togean destination guide with warm water, 20-40 m visibility, mostly gentle regional currents, and a May-October best window.
Dive Spot Guide•
Survival Bukabuka Island
Advanced boat-access seamount with a steep wall and schooling fish.
Local operator required
The site is run as a boat dive from the Buka Buka / Ampana base, so local operator planning is part of the normal logistics.
Boat-accessed advanced seamount in the Togeans with a reef top that drops into a steep wall.
About Survival Bukabuka Island
Survival Bukabuka Island is an advanced boat-access seamount off Buka Buka with a reef top that drops into a steep wall. It is a dedicated open-water wreck-and-wall style dive for experienced scuba divers who want schooling fish, blue-water exposure, and the occasional larger animal encounter.
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Research Estimate At Survival Bukabuka Island
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHeavily damaged
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentStrong current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Survival Bukabuka Island?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Survival Bukabuka Island Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
16m - 30m
Depth Note
The reef top starts at 16 m and drops into a steep wall; 30 m is a conservative planning ceiling for the wall profile.
Best Season
May to October
Typical Conditions
Warm Tomini Gulf water with strong visibility and mostly gentle regional currents, but medium to strong flow on the site itself.
Safety & Access At Survival Bukabuka Island
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Dangerous wildlifeStrong current
Safety Notes
Medium to strong current and open-water exposure are the main watchouts. Treat the site as a dedicated advanced dive and stay alert for shark sightings.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan with the local operator and treat the current window as part of the day-of decision-making.
Legal Notes
Follow operator guidance and local conservation rules, and keep the dive within advanced training and gas limits.
Local Intel For Survival Bukabuka Island
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced dive on a seamount with a reef top at 16 m leading to a wall drop-off.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; the boat-only access, current, and wall profile make scuba the right fit.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for snorkeling.
Wildlife at Survival Bukabuka Island
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Survival Bukabuka Island
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Survival Bukabuka Island
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
