Scuba diver watching school of grey fish underwater

Dive Region

Banda Sea

Remote expeditions

The Banda Sea is Indonesia's last great frontier. Weeks from the nearest city, these volcanic islands sit atop some of the deepest waters in the archipelago. Hammerheads, whale sharks, and dense schools of fusiliers reward those willing to make the journey.

What to expect

  • Pelagic encounters: hammerheads, whale sharks
  • Volcanic crater dive sites
  • Remote spice island history
  • Dense schooling fish at every site

At a glance

Best season

Oct–May

Depth range

10–50m

1 boat available