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Murex Dive

3.7 — based on 19 community signals
4.2 12 species 18 contributors

Murex Dive offers year-round diving in North Sulawesi with 12 documented species observations and active community content.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Green sea turtle

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
4.3 kn
Wave
0.18 m
Water
29.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (40%)
Now: SSE (159°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.78m

Next: Low at 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
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.05 · very high Air PM2.539 · sensitive 05:31 17:38
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 10.5 0.24 9 0mm
09-20 9 0.14 9 0mm
09-21 10 0.12 9 0mm
09-22 9.6 0.12 9 0mm
09-23 9 0.14 9 0mm
09-24 10 0.12 9 0mm
09-25 7.6 0.1 9 0mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Murex Dive is a dive site in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, accessible year-round for divers seeking tropical reef exploration. The location draws interest from the diving community, with 12 recorded species observations providing insight into the local marine environment. Three community-contributed videos document conditions and marine life encounters at the site. The site sits outside marine protected areas, which may influence dive operations and local regulations. Current monitoring indicates coral bleaching deserves attention, making this a spot worth monitoring for seasonal conditions and ecosystem changes. Check with local dive operators before booking to confirm current site status and any recent environmental updates. Divers should gather specific information on depth, visibility, water temperature, and difficulty ratings from recent trip reports and local operators familiar with Murex Dive. The year-round diving window makes this accessible across seasons, though tropical patterns may affect visibility and marine life activity. Community videos and species data offer real divers' perspectives on what to expect.

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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

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 · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 12212km · ~2809kg · €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 Murex Dive?

Murex Dive is accessible year-round. Tropical weather patterns in North Sulawesi may affect visibility and conditions seasonally. Check with local operators for current conditions before planning your trip.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not confirmed for this site. Contact local dive operators in North Sulawesi for accurate information on requirements and site conditions.

What marine life can I see at Murex Dive?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at the site. Community videos and local operators can provide detailed lists of fish, corals, and other creatures commonly spotted.

Do I need permits or special access to dive here?

Murex Dive is not inside a marine protected area. Standard diving practices apply. Confirm current local regulations and any operator requirements with dive shops in the region.

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

74 records · 50 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Lobophyllia hemprichii

Anthozoa · Lobophylliidae
GBIF
Last seen:
6 Feb 2026
×3records

Porites rus

Anthozoa · Poritidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×5records

Echinopora lamellosa

Anthozoa · Merulinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×3records

Polycarpa aurata

Ascidiacea · Styelidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×3records

Porites cylindrica

Anthozoa · Poritidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×3records

Pocillopora verrucosa

Anthozoa · Pocilloporidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×3records

Plerogyra sinuosa

Anthozoa · Plerogyridae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×2records

Diploastrea heliopora

Anthozoa · Diploastraeidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×2records

Pavona explanulata

Anthozoa · Agariciidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×2records

Echinopora mammiformis

Anthozoa · Merulinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×2records

Mycedium elephantotus

Anthozoa · Merulinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×2records

Pachyseris speciosa

Anthozoa · Pachyseridae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Feb 2026
×2records

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.

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wind peaks Mar-Feb-Apr, 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: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (85/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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