Bangka Island is in the heart of the Coral Triangle and is renowned for its marine biodiversity.

The island is surrounded by healthy coral reefs with a variety of hard and soft corals offering picturesque underwater landscapes. Bangka Island is also known for its excellent macro diving opportunities.

 

Volcanic Sand

These areas present a black sandy bottom with rocks completely covered by coral and colonized by a large number of different invertebrates and fish. It is very similar to the environment found in the Lembeh Straits.

Sloping Reef

Dominated by hard coral, they grow on an originally sandy bottom and demonstrate extremely high biodiversity. 

Pinnacles

Volcanic walls and pinnacles, completely covered by corals (in particular soft corals) make beautiful dive sites. These can be subject to stronger currents but we use our local knowledge and expertise to ensure a safe dive.

Mangroves

Tidal currents, wave action, river flow and salinity gradients affect sedimentation in various complex ways. Sponges, flatworms, snails, and small fish that live around the mangrove roots can be found here. The seagrass in front of each mangrove forest provides food for the dugongs.

Bangka Island is strategically situated in between Bunaken Marine Park and the Lembeh Strait.

Known for its stunning coral walls that drop steeply into the depths, Bunaken Marine Park is famous for its biodiversity and clear waters. Divers can encounter a wide array of marine life, including reef fish, sea turtles, sharks, and vibrant coral reefs.

Lembeh Strait is celebrated as the "Critter Capital of the World." In its unique muck diving sites is possible to spot a plethora of rare and unusual marine creatures, including various species of octopus, frogfish, seahorses, and colorful nudibranchs.

 
 

Diving Season

Diving is possible all year around, but the best time is from April to November. The water is normally around 28° to 30°. The visibility is mostly very good (30mt) in summer, decreasing in winter due to the action of waves and rain.