Plongée à Derawan Islands — Indonesia
The Derawan archipelago offers an improbable combination: a stingless jellyfish lake (Kakaban), manta cleaning stations, turtle nesting beaches, and pristine reefs — all without the crowds of more famous Indonesian destinations. Sangalaki Island's manta point delivers encounters with 20+ mantas on good days.
- Score
- 64.1
- Visibilité
- 9–24m
- Température
- 26–29°C
- Meilleurs mois
- May, September
SCORE
2.2833°N
118.2500°E
The Derawan archipelago offers an improbable combination: a stingless jellyfish lake (Kakaban), manta cleaning stations, turtle nesting beaches, and pristine reefs — all without the crowds of more famous Indonesian destinations. Sangalaki Island's manta point delivers encounters with 20+ mantas on good days.
Borneo's Hidden Stingless Jellyfish Lake
Score Breakdown
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Marine Life
38.0Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.
Traveling with Non-Divers?
Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.
Activities for Non-Divers
Non-Diver Score
Limited topside — plan ahead for non-diving partners.
Safety & Emergency
Remote — speedboat to Berau then flight to Balikpapan for chamber; limited medical care
Top Operators
Derawan Dive Resort
PADI
Scuba Junkie Sangalaki
PADI