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Buhias

3.5 — based on 17 community signals
4.3 12 especies 33 colaboradores

Buhias is a year-round dive destination in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, with 12 recorded species observations and active community documentation.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Actividad
dive
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tortuga verde

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
4.3 kn
Olas
0.2 m
Agua
29.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (22%)
Now: SSE (168°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.78m

Próxima: Baja a las 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
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9.2 · very high Aire PM2.535 · moderate 05:31 17:38
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 10.8 0.28 9 0mm
09-20 11.3 0.18 9 0mm
09-21 12.8 0.16 9 0mm
09-22 12.2 0.24 9 0mm
09-23 11.2 0.22 9 0mm
09-24 10.8 0.22 9 0mm
09-25 11.9 0.16 9 0mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Buhias lies in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, offering diving opportunities throughout the year. The spot draws interest from divers exploring the region's marine biodiversity, with 12 documented species observations logged by the diving community. Local divers have contributed three community videos, providing real-world insight into conditions and marine life encounters at the site. The area sits outside a marine protected area, making it accessible for recreational diving. Current coral bleaching status warrants monitoring, as is common across many Indonesian dive destinations. Water conditions and depth profiles remain variable, so checking recent trip reports and local dive guides before planning a visit is essential. Divers exploring Buhias benefit from the broader North Sulawesi diving region, known for rich reef systems and diverse fish populations. The spot's year-round accessibility makes it a flexible option for travel planning. Community contributions—video documentation and species records—reflect growing local diving interest and provide valuable reference data for trip planning.

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Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Tortuga verde

Tipos de buceo

ArrecifeCosta

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 12998km · ~2990kg · €54

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 54/100
  • Visado: Visado a la llegada · 30 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 12h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 12h este · 8 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Buhias?

Buhias is accessible year-round. Dive conditions vary seasonally across North Sulawesi, so reviewing current local reports and seasonal weather patterns before booking ensures the best experience for your skill level.

What depth and difficulty rating does Buhias have?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Buhias are not formally documented. Contact local North Sulawesi dive operators or check recent community trip reports for current site conditions and recommendations.

What marine life can I expect at Buhias?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Buhias. The site supports reef-associated fish and marine organisms typical of North Sulawesi. Three community videos document real dives; reviewing them offers firsthand insight into marine encounters.

Do I need permits to dive Buhias?

Buhias is not within a marine protected area, simplifying access. Standard Indonesian diving regulations apply. Work with a local dive operator in North Sulawesi to arrange logistics and ensure compliance with current requirements.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

52 registros · 44 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Coryphellina flamma

Gastropoda · Flabellinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
20 oct 2024
×1registros
Profundidad:
15 m

Conus aulicus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Última observación:
20 dic 2023
×1registros

Conus nicobaricus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Última observación:
20 dic 2023
×1registros

Glossodoris hikuerensis

タヌキイロウミウシ
Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 may 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
15 m

Costasiella usagi

ウサギモウミウシ
Gastropoda · Costasiellidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 may 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
10 m

Kabeiro

Gastropoda · Dotidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 may 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
20 m

Phyllidiopsis annae

アンナイボウミウシ
Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 may 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
20 m

Facelinidae

Gastropoda · Facelinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 may 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
20 m

Tambja gabrielae

ガブリエラウミウシ
Gastropoda · Polyceridae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 may 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
18 m

Elysia marginata

コノハミドリガイ
Gastropoda · Plakobranchidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 may 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
15 m

Phyllodesmium

Gastropoda · Myrrhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 may 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
20 m

Chromodoris annae

アンナウミウシ
Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 may 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
7 m

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Scuba Diving in Siau Island | Sulawesi, Indonesia

Scuba Sarah
💬 1 top comments
  • Nice video ..good coral 👌

    @myunderwaterspace2760 · 👍 1

Dive Trip to Siau island near Mangahetang island, underwater volcanoes

Chrisso Scuba
💬 3 top comments
  • Sedada,mantap ykg

    @sekepingilmu2405 · 👍 0
  • Pesona alam bawah laut

    @sekepingilmu2405 · 👍 0
  • Nice diving guys

    @gabbykawengian271 · 👍 0

Ruang, Pasige & Siau Island Dives

Joel Oakford
💬 1 top comments
  • really beautiful!!! im from north sulawesi and my father born in siau island but i never thought that siau could be so beautiful like this ....!!!!! so proud to be indonesian

    @subyako · 👍 2
wind peaks Mar-Dec-Feb, calmest Jul-Jun-Aug.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: May (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (67/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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