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Drop off

Indonesia / Tulamben

Drop off is a reef diving and wall diving dive site lead in Tulamben, Indonesia. The reference depth is 12-60 m, entry is usually by shore dive, and the planning level is best for advanced divers. The source card points to a profile suited to reef diving and wall diving, so WhereDive treats it as a planning lead rather than a fully surveyed site record. Confirm tide, visibility, and guide briefing before adding it to an itinerary.

Drop off dive site image

Recommended level

Advanced

Recommended dives

50+

Max depth

60 m

Average depth

36 m

Current

Mild

Visibility

12-30 m

Water temperature

26-29°C

Best months

May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Best for

Beginner friendly No
AOW recommended Yes
Photography friendly Yes
Limited drift experience Yes

Highlights

  • • Tulamben dive-site lead for reef diving and wall diving
  • • Reference depth: 12-60 m
  • • Entry: shore dive
  • • Recommended months: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  • • Likely highlights: coral gardens

What this page helps you answer

If you are comparing Drop off by depth, current, visibility, diver level, and itinerary fit, this page gives a faster planning summary than a simple site name list.

Marine life

coral

Dive types

ReefWall

Safety notes

  • • Plan conservatively around the 12-60 m reference depth and stay within certification limits.
  • • Treat current as mild, but follow tide, captain, and guide briefings on the day.
  • • shore dive requires confirming entry, exit, and backup procedures before the dive.
  • • This record is reference-derived; verify depth, visibility, and suitability with a local operator before diving.
  • • Entry type: Shore.
  • • Adjust depth and route based on local guide judgment.

Map and coordinates

Drop off

-8.294, 115.602

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FAQ

Is this dive site suitable for OW divers? +

Drop off is better for Advanced or more experienced divers. OW divers should choose carefully.

What are the best months to dive here? +

The recommended months for Drop off are May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct. Confirm current local conditions before booking.

Is the current strong here? +

The current rating is Mild. Tide and operator judgment should guide the final decision.

What marine life can be seen? +

Common highlights include coral.