Plongée à Wakatobi — Indonesia

Wakatobi sits at the heart of the Coral Triangle with some of the highest reef fish counts ever recorded. The house reef at Wakatobi Dive Resort alone has 500+ species. Remote and exclusive, it offers crystal-clear water and reefs that look like they've never been touched — because most of them haven't.

Score
63.9
Visibilité
15–40m
Température
26–29°C
Meilleurs mois
May, September
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Wakatobi
IndonesiaAsia-Pacific
63.9

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-5.4833°N

123.5833°E

Wakatobi sits at the heart of the Coral Triangle with some of the highest reef fish counts ever recorded. The house reef at Wakatobi Dive Resort alone has 500+ species. Remote and exclusive, it offers crystal-clear water and reefs that look like they've never been touched — because most of them haven't.

The Coral Triangle's Best-Kept Secret

Visibility15–40 m
Temperature26–29°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$150
Best MonthsMay, September
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML38.0CH71.0VIS85.0SV80.0TMP73.0DA62.0OP78.0TS64.0GT68.0VAL43.0CRD59.0SP57.0

Marine Life

38.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
32
Megafauna Encounters
28
Reef Fish Abundance
66
Macro Life
30
Endemic Species
40
Marine Life Diversity
38.0
Coral & Reef Health
71.0
Visibility & Conditions
85.0
Dive Site Variety
80.0
Water Temperature
73.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
78.0
Topside Experience
64.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
43.0
Crowding
59.0
Social Proof
57.0

Dive Types

reefwreckmucknightpelagic

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

snorkeling on house reefBajo stilt village visitHoga Island nature walkstraditional weaving demonstrations

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Bajo sea gypsy village
  • Wakatobi traditional dance performances

Non-Diver Score

4/10

Limited topside — plan ahead for non-diving partners.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

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Hyperbaric Chamber400 km — Makassar Chamber (flight required)
Nearest Hospital15 km

Very remote — basic clinic only; evacuation flight to Makassar (2 hrs) for chamber

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

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