Alamanda dive site

Tulamben

Alamanda Diving

Usually mild but can create a drift toward Tulamben Bay. The guide selects the route and profile for the group, tide and surface conditions.

Depth range
10–40 m
Access
Boat
Environment
Coral slope, Wall, Gorgonian reef, Drift, and Pelagic
Experience level
Intermediate to Advanced

About Alamanda

Alamanda is a coral slope, wall, gorgonian reef dive in Tulamben Coast, with a working depth range of approximately 10–40 m. The site is known for giant sponges, gorgonian fans, bumphead parrotfish, Napoleon wrasse, and turtles. Conditions remain variable, so the route, maximum depth and suitability are confirmed by the local guide on the day.

Availability notice

Conditions-dependent dive. Final operation and diver suitability are determined after the day-of-dive current, weather and experience assessment.

Site highlights

  • Coral slope, Wall, Gorgonian reef, Drift, and Pelagic profile
  • Usable depth range from approximately 10 to 40 m
  • Potential encounters include giant sponges, gorgonian fans, bumphead parrotfish, and Napoleon wrasse
  • Usually mild but can create a drift toward Tulamben Bay

Before you dive

Recommended certification

Advanced Open Water or equivalent with good depth control and current awareness

Local guide recommended

Explore with a local guide familiar with the site and its entry and exit points.

Diving conditions & best time to visit

Water temperature
24–29 °C
Visibility
10–25 m

Usually mild but can create a drift toward Tulamben Bay

Best months to dive

April–November often offers drier weather, while the coastline remains diveable year-round when daily conditions permit.

Diveable year-round when shore and sea conditions permit. Pebble-beach surf, river runoff, current and visibility vary daily; April–November often brings drier conditions.

Conditions may change

Typical conditions can vary on the day of your dive. Confirm current conditions with the dive team before entering the water.

Marine life & activities

  • Giant sponges
  • Gorgonian fans
  • Bumphead parrotfish
  • Napoleon wrasse
  • Turtles
  • Reef sharks
  • Eagle rays
  • Reef fish
Night diving

Access & safety

Entry & Exit

Traditional jukung from Tulamben Bay

Boat departure point
Tulamben Bay jukung departure
Boat travel time
10–20 min

Safety notes

The coral formations descend beyond recreational limits. Maintain depth and no-decompression awareness and be ready for a drifting pickup.

Dive tips

  • Follow the local guide’s site- and tide-specific briefing.
  • Agree a maximum depth within certification limits; the published site range is 10–40 m.
  • Maintain neutral buoyancy and avoid contact with coral, artificial structures and the seabed.
  • The coral formations descend beyond recreational limits. Maintain depth and no-decompression awareness and be ready for a drifting pickup.
  • Treat wildlife encounters as possible, never guaranteed, and give animals space.

Underwater photography

Wide-angle equipment suits the reef structure and larger marine life. Set exposure before entering current, keep the rig streamlined and secured, and prioritise depth, gas, buoyancy and buddy contact over the photograph.

Site map & location

Alamanda dive site planning map

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