Location
of the dive site :
NORTHERN SIDE OF BUNAKEN ISLAND
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19. Sachiko's
Point
Named after
a Japanese tour operator who decided that this site was her favourite.
You'll know why once you've dived at this spectacular wall. There
is usually some current, but it is likely to bring in the bigger
ones. When you go around the "corner" there can be a
bit of a chilly upwelling, but at 25 degrees we think its still
bearable. Common sightings are black and white tip shark, large
tuna, jacks, turtles and rays. Hard coral growth is rich and soft
coral growth is excellent. Exciting encounters with sea snakes
are not rare, especially at shallower depths. It is the only site
(so far) where on several occasions we have spotted hammer head
sharks. Visibility varies from 20 to 35 metres, depending on the
tides. Also good snorkelling.
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