How deep is Sharks Galore?

Sharks Galore has a depth range of 5–30 metres (16–98 feet). Check the dive site page for current conditions and any depth-specific guidance before planning your dive.

Can beginners dive Sharks Galore?

Sharks Galore is rated as intermediate difficulty, which may not suit new divers. A Open Water certification or equivalent is suggested. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive Sharks Galore?

The best time to dive Sharks Galore is typically Dry season April to November. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Sharks Galore?

Divers at Sharks Galore in Indonesia commonly report sightings of Sea anemones, Anemonefish, Reef shark, Fusiliers, and Anthias. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

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IntermediateBoat entry

Sharks Galore

East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

Open Water suggestedCurrent in the strait5–30 m depthBoat entryRash guard or 2mm shorty typical

Boat dive — see Entry & access.

Sharks Galore at a glance

Sharks Galore is a intermediate boat dive site in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia with depths of 5–30 m (16–98 ft). Typically most favorable Mar–Aug · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Sea anemones, Anemonefish, and Reef shark. Recent reports put the water around 28°C (82°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 22h ago

0.4 mwaves — under half a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 28°C · seasonal avg 28°C

Site hazards: Current in the strait

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Dive windows this week

Best: Fri

Mon6:00–18:00

Tue6:00–18:00

Wed6:00–18:00

Thu6:00–18:00

Fri6:00–18:00

Sat6:00–18:00

Sun—

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:34 · Sunrise 5:56 · Sunset 17:40

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 14 km from site · graded 22h 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.

What Divers Say

Known for: Sea anemones, Anemonefish, Fusiliers

Best time: Dry season April to November

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°C0.8 m
Feb98%30°C0.8 m
Mar100%30°C0.6 m
Apr100%30°C0.7 m
May100%29°C0.7 m
Jun100%28°C0.8 m
Jul100%28°C0.8 m
Aug100%28°C0.8 m
Sep99%28°C0.8 m
Oct100%30°C0.7 m
Nov100%30°C0.6 m
Dec100%30°C0.7 m

January, March, April, May, June, July, August, 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

Sea anemonesCommonly seen
AnemonefishCommonly seen
Reef sharkRarely seen
FusiliersCommonly seen
AnthiasCommonly seen
TrevallyOccasionally seen
NudibranchsOccasionally seen
ButterflyfishCommonly seen

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Site details

A site on the eastern coast of Pura island, named for sharks once seen here, though numbers have declined and sightings are now unreliable. The underwater landscape is attractive with abundant anemones typical of this stretch of Pantar Strait. A pleasant reef dive best run on favourable current.

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Current in the strait

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