About this spot
House Reef at Bukabuka Island sits in Tojo Una Una Regency, Central Sulawesi, and delivers straightforward reef diving steps from shore. The site works year-round, making it reliable for divers passing through the region or based nearby. Coral health is worth monitoring—the reef has shown bleaching stress—but it remains a functional dive spot with good fish life and typical Indo-Pacific reef structure. This is a working local reef, not a pristine sanctuary. You'll find standard reef residents: snappers, groupers, fusiliers, and smaller wrasses. The shallow margins suit newer divers and snorkelers. Deeper sections hold more diverse fauna. Water conditions shift seasonally, though specific depth, visibility, and temperature data vary throughout the year. Access is straightforward from Bukabuka Island. No protected-area restrictions apply here, which keeps logistics simple. Three community videos document the site, offering reference for planning. The reef's year-round availability makes it a dependable warm-water option for Indonesian liveaboards, day trips, or island-based operations.
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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%
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From your departure country
- Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
- Flight: 12h · direct
- Jet-lag: 12h east · 8 days recovery
FAQ
›Is House Reef diveable year-round?
Yes. The site is accessible throughout the year, though water conditions, visibility, and current vary seasonally. Plan around local weather patterns and northeast/southwest monsoons.
›What depth and difficulty should I expect?
Exact depths and difficulty ratings are not documented. The reef has shallow sections suitable for newer divers and deeper areas for exploration. Check conditions on arrival and with local dive operators.
›What marine life will I see?
Expect reef fish including snappers, groupers, fusiliers, and wrasses. Coral communities are present but show bleaching stress in areas, so species health varies.
›Are permits or MPA restrictions required?
House Reef is not inside a protected marine area, so no special permits are needed. Access is straightforward from Bukabuka Island.
