The Island of Pulau Weh is located in the Indian Ocean at the Northwestern end of Indonesia. It is of volcanic origin and covered in lush green tropical jungle. The main Town SABANG was once an important Dutch harbor and besides the underwoter world a volcanic crater, a waterfall and Japanese bunkers from second world war are a few attraction in the Island. Due to the proximity to the equator, the temperatures are steadily plasant and the condition allow DIVING at most sites all year round.
Sabang Pulau Weh Marine Park with its clear water, warm water temperatures and extraordinary biodiversity holds ideal conditions for unforgettable Diving experiences.
The dive sites with colorful Underwater landscapes, wreck and hydrothermal springs are very multifaceted. Due to the deep sea surrounding Pulau Weh, Sightings Sharks, eagle & manta rays, tuna visibility of more than 40 meters are possible. For photographers popular motives like ribbon eels, frogfish, ghost pipefish and nudibranches are also common.
Some of popular Sabang Dive Sites:
1. Rubiah Jetty 2. Rubiah Seagarden 3. West Seulako 4. East Seulako 5. Arus Balee 6. Batee dua Gapang 7. Linbo Gapang 8. Underwater Volcano 9. Gapang Thai Wreck 10. Sabang Tugboat Wreck 11. Sophie Rickmers Wreck 12. Seulako Cave 13. Batee Tokong 14. Batee Gla 15. The Canyon 16. Pante Peunateng
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Scuba Diving Sabang; West Seulako
