When is the best time to dive Shark Point (Bira)?

The typical diving season is April to November. Conditions vary year to year, so confirm locally before booking.

Is Shark Point (Bira) good for snorkelling?

Not really - this is a scuba site rather than a snorkelling spot.

Indonesia · Tanjung Bira

April to November

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Not a snorkel site - Not recommended as a dedicated snorkel site given current strength and drift-dive profile

Strong/variable currents, occasional bull shark sightings, boat traffic near the harbour

No dedicated marine-park fee documented; standard operator dive fees apply - VERIFY

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Nearest hub: Bira

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