Indonesia · Pulau Hatta

Karang Hatta

Also known as: Sekaru

Best time to dive

September to April; October to November

What you might see

  • BarracudaLikely
  • Dogtooth tunaLikely
  • Eagle rayLikely
  • Grey reef sharkLikely
  • Hammerhead sharkLikely
  • Manta rayLikely
  • 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

Not a snorkel site - Limited - strong currents restrict snorkeling to sheltered pockets only

Safety notes

Strong/unpredictable currents, possible downcurrents, titan triggerfish aggression near nests, remote location far from any recompression chamber

Permits & fees

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Banda Neira

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.