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Likuan 1

3.5 — based on 14 community signals
4.2 12 species 26 contributors

Likuan 1 is a year-round Indonesian dive site with recorded species observations and healthy coral conditions.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
3.7 kn
Wave
0.2 m
Water
29.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SE (33%)
Now: S (183°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.78m

Today: High 09:00 (+0.53m), Low 04:00 (+0.22m)

+1.4 m0 m-0.3 m
▼ 04:00 · +0.22m ▲ 09:00 · +0.53m ▼ 14:00 · +0.22m ▲ 21:00 · +0.91m Now +0.7m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.2 · very high Air PM2.524 · moderate 05:31 17:37
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 7.6 0.28 9 0mm
09-20 7.9 0.14 9 0mm
09-21 8.4 0.22 9 0mm
09-22 8.3 0.2 9 0mm
09-23 7.4 0.18 9 0mm
09-24 7.4 0.22 9 0mm
09-25 5.8 0.16 9 1mm

About this spot

Likuan 1 sits off the Indonesian coast as an accessible year-round dive destination. The site has documented marine life presence with 12 recorded species observations, giving divers a sense of what to expect underwater. Community members have contributed three videos of the site, offering visual reference before you plan your trip. Coral health at Likuan 1 shows no stress indicators, a positive sign for the site's ecosystem. This means the reef structure remains intact and supports the local marine community. The lack of marine protection area (MPA) status means fewer restrictions on access, though divers should still practice standard reef etiquette. Likuan 1 works as a year-round option, giving you flexibility in planning your Indonesia dive trip. Whether you're a first-timer or experienced diver, gather details on depth, visibility, and water temperature from local operators before booking. The community video library is worth reviewing to get a real sense of conditions and what marine life you might encounter.

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Best months

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

Dive types

Reef

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 · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 12200km · ~2806kg · €51

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 Likuan 1?

Likuan 1 is diveable year-round, so you can plan your trip based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Check with local operators for current conditions in your intended month.

What depth and difficulty level is Likuan 1?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for Likuan 1 are not currently documented. Contact local dive operators in Indonesia for site-specific details before your dive.

What marine life will I see at Likuan 1?

Likuan 1 has 12 recorded species observations. Watch the three community videos available to see what divers have documented at the site, or ask local guides about typical encounters.

Do I need permits to dive Likuan 1?

Likuan 1 is not within a marine protected area, so standard Indonesian diving rules apply. Work with a local operator to handle any required permits or registrations.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Panorama Dive Center

2 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

17 records · 15 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Goniobranchus reticulatus

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Sept 2017
×1records
Depth:
10 m

Nembrotha chamberlaini

Gastropoda · Polyceridae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Sept 2017
×1records
Depth:
2–12 m

Martesia striata

striate piddock
Bivalvia · Pholadidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Mar 2003
×1records

Lyrodus massa

shipworm
Bivalvia · Teredinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Mar 2003
×1records

Nausitora dunlopei

shipworm
Bivalvia · Teredinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Mar 2003
×1records

Lyrodus pedicellatus

shipworm
Bivalvia · Teredinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Mar 2003
×1records

Ilyoplax integra

ミナミチゴガニ
Malacostraca · Dotillidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 Sept 2001
×1records

Macrophthalmus (Macrophthalmus) milloti

ミナミメナガオサガニ
Malacostraca · Macrophthalmidae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Sept 2001
×1records

Axinyssa bergquistae

Demospongiae · Halichondriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
13 Sept 1995
×1records

Plakortis bergquistae

Homoscleromorpha · Plakinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
16 Aug 1995
×1records
Depth:
38 m

Xestospongia

Demospongiae · Petrosiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
15 Aug 1995
×3records

Hypselodoris

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Oct 1993
×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.

Bunaken’s Underwater Wonders – Diving Likuan 2 & Turtle City (North Sulawesi)

DonBaba Diving & Travel

Scuba Diving in North Sulawesi: Bunaken Islands - Likuan 1: August 11th 2023

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wind peaks Mar-Feb-Jan, calmest Jul-May-Jun.

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: Aug (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (82/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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