How deep is Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira)?

Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira) ranges from 5 to 35 metres deep (16–115 feet) — a deep dive at its limit. It is a saltwater site rated as advanced difficulty. Depths vary across the site, so plan your profile to your training and verify conditions locally.

Is Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira) a shore dive or a boat dive?

Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira) is a boat dive — access is by boat rather than from shore. The entry is recorded as a giant-stride entry. The site is recorded as tide-dependent (slack tide only), so check local tide tables when planning your entry. The entry area is recorded as exposed to surge. No facilities are recorded at the site, and cell service is recorded as good. Entry details and parking notes, where known, are listed in the access section of this page.

Can beginners dive Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira)?

Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira) is rated as advanced difficulty, which may not suit new divers. Listed depths run from 5 to 35 metres (16–115 feet). Access is by boat, with the entry recorded as a giant-stride entry. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira)?

The best time to dive Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira) is typically April to November (east monsoon, best conditions). Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira)?

Divers at Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira) in Indonesia commonly report sightings of Bumphead parrotfish, Grey reef shark, Grouper, Barracuda, and Trevally. Grey reef shark and Trevally are recorded as common sightings, while Bumphead parrotfish, Grouper, and Barracuda are reported only occasionally. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

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Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira)

South Sulawesi, Indonesia

AOW suggestedStrong current and down-currents, depth5–35 m depthBoat entryRash guard or 2mm shorty typical

Boat dive — see Entry & access.

Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira) at a glance

Cape Bira (Tanjung Bira) is an advanced boat dive site in South Sulawesi, Indonesia with depths of 5–35 m (16–115 ft). Typically most favorable Jan–Dec · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Bumphead parrotfish, Grey reef shark, and Grouper. Recent reports put the water around 27°C (81°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 2h ago

1.1 mwaves — about a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 27°C · seasonal avg 29°C

Site hazards: Strong current and down-currents, depth

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Dive windows this week

Best: Thu

Sat6:00–8:00

Sun6:00–8:00

Mon16:00–18:00

Tue6:00–8:00

Wed6:00–8:00

Thu6:00–10:00

Fri6:00–8:00

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:32 · Sunrise 5:52 · Sunset 17:56

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 1.9 km from site · graded 2h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

No diver reports for this site yet. — one dated observation helps every diver after you.

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What Divers Say

Known for: Grey reef shark, Trevally, Fusiliers

Best time: April to November (east monsoon, best conditions)

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

Jan100%30°C0.3 m
Feb100%30°C0.3 m
Mar100%30°C0.2 m
Apr100%31°C0.2 m
May100%30°C0.5 m
Jun100%29°C0.6 m
Jul100%29°C0.6 m
Aug100%28°C0.7 m
Sep100%29°C0.6 m
Oct100%30°C0.4 m
Nov100%30°C0.2 m
Dec100%31°C0.2 m

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December havetypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.

Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.

Marine life seen at this site

Species noted at this site — not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

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Data updated June 2026

Site details

A drift dive on a current-swept slope off Tanjung Bira at the southern tip of South Sulawesi, known for big-fish action with frequent sharks and the occasional hammerhead. Tuna, trevally, schooling pelagics and cod patrol the reef when current runs. A rewarding advanced site sometimes combined with trips to nearby Selayar and Takabonerate.

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Strong current and down-currents, depth

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