Indonesia

Banda

Banda - photo 1

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Banda is a coastal town in Central Maluku Regency, Indonesia. While the area is known for its broader Banda Sea ecosystem, this specific location has limited dive activity documented locally. Divers visiting may base themselves nearby or explore the Banda Sea region via itineraries from regional hubs. If diving nearby, expect Indonesian reef habitats and pelagic opportunities typical of the Banda Sea, with a focus on access via larger coastal centers in the province for courses, gear, and boat trips.

Essential information for traveling in Indonesia

About Indonesia

Sea
Savu Sea, Flores Sea, Bali Sea, Banda Sea, Telu...
Timezone
Asia/Jayapura
Languages
ID
Demonym
Indonesian
Phone prefix
+62

Practicalities

Currency
IDR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
CGK DPS MDC SOQ UPG

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Banda

Nearby Dive Sites (12)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Banda

The best time to dive in Banda

The best months to dive in Banda are from Febuary to April and November to December. Temperatures are confortable (28-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
02 - Feb.
28 °C 29 °C 4/10
03 - Mar.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
04 - Apr.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
05 - May
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10
07 - Jul.
26 °C 28 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
26 °C 27 °C 4/10
09 - Sept.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 30 °C 5/10
11 - Nov.
29 °C 30 °C 5/10
12 - Dec.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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