Bunaken Timur I
Also known as: Timur
Best time to dive
January to December; April to June; October to November
What you might see
- Eagle rayPossible
- Grey reef sharkPossible
- NudibranchLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow reef flat above the wall is a recognized snorkeling area in calm conditions
Safety notes
Banded sea kraits present (mildly venomous, non-aggressive - do not provoke), occasional strong current/downcurrent on the wall, boat traffic near the village
Permits & fees
Bunaken National Park entry tag required (covers Bunaken, Siladen, Montehage/Mantehage, Nain, Manado Tua). Per operator e-ticket info (effective ~Jun 2025, bit.ly/etiketbunaken): approx IDR 150,000/person/day park entry + IDR 25,000/day diving activity fee for foreign visitors (domestic rates lower); an annual tag has historically also been offered - confirm current pricing/options with your dive operator.
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Bunaken Village
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.