Maratua Channel Suggest edit

Indonesia Suggest · East Kalimantan Suggest

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IntermediateRecommended cert

40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

ModerateCurrent

MildSurge

60 minAvg dive time

April to NovemberBest months

27.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

26.0–29.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Maratua Channel features strong currents that attract large schools of barracuda and occasional hammerhead sharks, making it a popular drift dive.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Moderate Suggest edit
Surge: Mild Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 27.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 26.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Diving permits may be required; check with local dive operators.
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Bottom types:
coral sand rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle shots of coral reefs, macro photography of small marine life.

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