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Fananas

3.3 — based on 10 community signals

Fananas offers year-round diving near Jakarta's Thousand Islands with accessible reefs and strong community interest.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
BleachingRiskCurrentVariesBoatOnly

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Difficulty
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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
6 kn
Wave
0.42 m
Water
29.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (42%)
Now: ESE (116°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.74m

Next: High at 14:00 (+0.79m)

+0.9 m+0.1 m
▲ 14:00 · +0.79m ▼ 03:00 · +0.18m ▲ 15:00 · +0.78m ▲ 18:00 · +0.8m Now +0.1m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.1 · very high Air PM2.531 · moderate 05:45 17:50
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 11 0.48 9 3mm
09-20 13.6 0.52 9 1mm
09-21 10.6 0.52 9 6mm
09-22 9.9 0.5 9 11mm
09-23 8.2 0.44 9 3mm
09-24 11.2 0.56 9 5mm
09-25 12.4 0.62 9 7mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 1.1°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Fananas is a dive destination in Indonesia's Thousand Islands Regency, located within Jakarta Province. The site sits near Dua Barat Island and draws divers throughout the year. While specific depth and visibility data aren't documented, the spot has generated community video content, indicating active diver engagement and exploration. The area falls outside marine protected zones, making access straightforward for visiting divers. However, like many reef systems in this region, Fananas warrants monitoring for coral bleaching. Environmental conditions can vary seasonally, so checking current reports before booking is wise. Three community-contributed videos provide real-world footage from divers who've explored the site. These resources offer practical insight into what to expect underwater. The Thousand Islands region is accessible from Jakarta, making Fananas a viable option for divers based in Java or passing through Indonesia's capital.

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Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 11646km · ~2679kg · €48

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 12h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 12h east · 8 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Fananas?

Fananas is diveable year-round. Seasonal variations in current and visibility are typical for the Thousand Islands region, so checking conditions before your trip is recommended.

What depth and difficulty level is Fananas?

Depth and difficulty ratings for Fananas are not formally documented. Review community videos and contact local dive operators familiar with the site to assess whether it suits your certification level.

What marine life can I see at Fananas?

Specific species records for Fananas are not available in our database. The Thousand Islands support reef fish, coral, and invertebrates typical of Jakarta's waters. Ask local guides about current marine life sightings.

Do I need permits to dive Fananas?

Fananas is outside marine protected areas, so no special MPA permits are required. Standard Indonesian diving regulations and any local requirements from Jakarta Province still apply. Confirm with operators in the Thousand Islands before diving.

Verified marine species observations

167 records · 50 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Phyllodesmium briareum

センジュミノウミウシ
Gastropoda · Myrrhinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
6 Aug 2022
×1records
Depth:
20 m

Phyllidiidae

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
6 Aug 2022
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Phyllidiopsis krempfi

パイペックイボウミウシ
Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
6 Aug 2022
×1records
Depth:
12 m

Agelas linnaei

Demospongiae · Agelasidae
OBIS
Last seen:
25 Sept 2005
×2records
Depth:
15 m

Haplosyllis ingensicola

Polychaeta · Syllidae
OBIS
Last seen:
9 Sept 2005
×1records
Depth:
9 m

Perinereis nuntia

Polychaeta · Nereididae
OBIS
Last seen:
14 Feb 2003
×1records

Gonodactylellus demanii

Malacostraca · Gonodactylidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Sept 2000
×1records

Comaster

Crinoidea · Comatulidae
OBIS
Last seen:
19 Sept 1995
×1records

Comatella stelligera

Crinoidea · Comatulidae
OBIS
Last seen:
19 Sept 1995
×1records

Cuthona

Gastropoda · Cuthonidae
OBIS
Last seen:
14 Jan 1995
×1records
Depth:
13 m

Halgerda

Gastropoda · Discodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
14 Jan 1995
×1records
Depth:
13 m

Aphelodoris

Gastropoda · Discodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Jan 1995
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Shadow - Fanana ft. V-LAIN39 [ Official Music Video ] @V-LAIN39

Shadow G Music
💬 3 top comments
  • Kaada 😊

    @ArpanAcharya-s6h · 👍 2
  • Tha xa ni❤

    @hiphopnepal12 · 👍 0
  • Vauju sng banaunu partho ni dai 😊

    @user-rajababuonthemic · 👍 12

Risk It All - Bruno Mars (Reggae Cover by NIFANA)

NIFANA
💬 3 top comments
  • Dengerin juga koleksi lagu reggae original aku 🌴🎶 Siapa tau ada yang nyantol di hati kamu 😌 🎧 Cek di sini: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPLSxPhltWR-jQGTSlaCrYL…

    @nifanaofficials · 👍 34
  • "Lagi di fase: buka HP → play Risk It All reggae → ulang lagi."

    @Shintia-y7w · 👍 33
  • siapa disini yang denger dari tiktok langsung nyari di yt 😂

    @heruwitarsa · 👍 29

Samaki mtu aonekana baharini

Wafaida online Tv
💬 3 top comments
  • does this true😮

    @AnnaMasaga-i4s · 👍 0
  • AMEVAA NA BRA??

    @mwinyiali · 👍 0
  • 🎉

    @ShafiiMshamu-e9d9p · 👍 0
wind peaks Jan-Feb-Dec, calmest Sep-May-Jun, dry Jul-Oct.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Apr (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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