Samama Mangroves Suggest edit

Indonesia Suggest · East Kalimantan Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

10Max dive depth

10.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

April to OctoberBest months

27.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

26.0–29.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Samama Mangroves is a unique dive site located in the mangrove ecosystem of Kalimantan, Indonesia. This site offers divers the chance to explore rich biodiversity, including various species of fish, crustaceans, and marine flora typical of mangrove habitats.

Diving in the Samama Mangroves involves navigating through intricate mangrove roots and shallow waters. The dive can be characterized by a mix of soft coral and seagrass beds, providing an interesting environment for underwater photography and marine life observation.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 27.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 26.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
Sand Mud Coral Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Focus on macro photography; use a wide-angle lens for mangrove landscapes.

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