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Kaliage Kecil Selatan

3.5 — based on 14 community signals
4.1 11 species 11 contributors

Kaliage Kecil Selatan is a dive site near Bira Kecil Island in Indonesia's Thousand Islands. It offers year-round diving with recorded species sightings and community video documentation.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Water temp
26–30°C
BleachingRiskShore entryFamily-friendlyPhotoFriendly

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Water temp
26–30 °C
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Green sea turtle

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
6.7 kn
Wave
0.36 m
Water
28.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (45%)
Now: SSE (163°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.72m

Next: Low at 03:00 (+0.16m)

+0.9 m+0.2 m
▼ 03:00 · +0.16m ▲ 14:00 · +0.78m ▲ 17:00 · +0.8m ▼ 03:00 · +0.21m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.1 · very high Air PM2.524 · moderate 05:44 17:50
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 8.5 0.4 9 5mm
09-20 11.3 0.42 9 2mm
09-21 9.2 0.44 9 8mm
09-22 9.2 0.42 9 8mm
09-23 10 0.4 9 3mm
09-24 10.1 0.48 9 5mm
09-25 11.5 0.5 9 4mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 1.4°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (26–30°C)

About this spot

Kaliage Kecil Selatan sits in the Thousand Islands Regency, part of Jakarta Province's archipelago. The site draws divers interested in exploring Indonesia's island waters, with documented species observations and community-contributed video content showing what the underwater environment offers. The location provides access to tropical marine habitat typical of the Thousand Islands. Divers can expect encounters with the area's documented species. The presence of multiple community videos suggests the site is accessible and worth exploring for those planning a trip to Indonesia's capital region. Planning a dive here means joining a community of explorers who've recorded their experiences. The site operates year-round, making it flexible for travel schedules. Coral bleaching is monitored in this region, so divers should check current conditions before booking.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Green sea turtle

Dive types

ReefShore

Trip essentials

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

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: rashguard / 1mm shorty
  • 📜 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 · 47%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit rashguard / 1mm shorty
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 11671km · ~2684kg · €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 Kaliage Kecil Selatan?

The site is diveable year-round, giving you flexibility in planning your Indonesia trip. Check current conditions and coral bleaching status before you go, as monitoring is active in this region.

What depth and difficulty level is this dive?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't published for this site. Contact local dive operators in the Thousand Islands or review community videos for firsthand insight into conditions.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Eleven species observations have been recorded here. Community videos document actual encounters at the site, offering the best preview of what you'll encounter underwater.

Do I need permits or special access to dive here?

Kaliage Kecil Selatan is not within a Marine Protected Area, which simplifies access. Verify current Indonesian requirements for diving in the Thousand Islands before your trip.

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wind peaks Jan-Feb-Mar, calmest Aug-May-Jun, dry Jul-Oct, water 26-30°C.

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: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (62/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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