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Nurek

3.2 — based on 7 community signals

Nurek offers year-round diving in Central Sulawesi with accessible reefs near Bukabuka Island. Local videos showcase the site's potential.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
Temp. del agua
26–29°C
BleachingRiskShore entry

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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Temp. del agua
26–29 °C
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
9.7 kn
Olas
0.14 m
Agua
29.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (27%)
Now: SE (141°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.05m

Hoy: Alta 05:00 (+0.65m), Baja 01:00 (+0.46m)

+1.1 m0 m+0.0 m
▼ 01:00 · +0.46m ▲ 05:00 · +0.65m ▼ 12:00 · +0m ▲ 20:00 · +0.77m Ahora +0.5m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9.2 · very high Aire PM2.512 · good 05:43 17:49
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 11.8 0.22 9 0mm
09-20 9.5 0.22 9 0mm
09-21 10.1 0.16 9 0mm
09-22 5.4 0.18 9 0mm
09-23 10.4 0.18 8 0mm
09-24 11.7 0.14 9 1mm
09-25 6.8 0.12 10 1mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 0.7°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (26–29°C)

About this spot

Nurek sits in the waters around Bukabuka Island in Tojo Una Una Regency, Central Sulawesi. The site draws divers looking for Indonesia's central region without the crowds of more famous spots. Year-round diving means you can plan trips on your schedule rather than waiting for a seasonal window. The area's reefs are worth watching for coral health. Bleaching events affect Indonesian waters periodically, so checking current conditions before booking is smart. Three community videos exist from divers who've been there, offering real footage of what to expect underwater. Nurek isn't inside a marine protected area, which shapes how the site is managed and accessed. The lack of published depth and difficulty ratings suggests it's less documented than major resort destinations, which can appeal to divers comfortable with fewer pre-trip specifics. You'll want to brief local operators on your certification level when you arrive. Access depends on your base location in Central Sulawesi. The Tojo Una Una Regency sits on Sulawesi's eastern arm, requiring travel to smaller towns rather than major dive hubs.

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Mejores meses

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

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

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

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 3/2 mm 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 · 48%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 3/2 mm shorty
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 12970km · ~2983kg · €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

What's the best time to dive Nurek?

Nurek is diveable year-round, so timing depends on your schedule rather than seasonal conditions. Check current coral bleaching alerts and local weather before booking, as Central Sulawesi can have rough seas during certain months.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty data aren't published for Nurek. Review the three available community videos to see the terrain, and contact local operators to confirm your experience level fits the site.

What marine life will I see?

No species observation database exists for Nurek yet. The community videos provide the best window into local marine life. Central Sulawesi generally hosts diverse reef fish, rays, and occasional sharks, but confirmation for this specific site requires video review or operator feedback.

How do I access Nurek?

Nurek is accessed from Tojo Una Una Regency in Central Sulawesi. You'll need to arrange local boat transport—there are no resorts or formal infrastructure listed. Permits may be required; check with Indonesian maritime authorities and local dive operators before traveling.

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wind peaks Dec-Aug-Sep, calmest Nov-Apr-Jun, dry Jun-Oct, water 26-29°C.

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

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