This dive site, located north of Pura Island and known as Red Sand, presents a fascinating underwater landscape. It features dramatic volcanic red sandy slopes descending to a depth of 35 meters, punctuated by bubbling gas vents originating from Gunung Maru's volcanic system. These vents permeate the seabed, creating an otherworldly environment. The area is teeming with marine life, including Nurse Sharks, Bamboo Sharks, and Mandarinfish. A variety of macro invertebrates, such as hairy shrimp, are also commonly observed here.
Pasir Merah (Red Sand)
Volcanic red sand slope with bubbling vents and rich macro.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Clownfish
Bannerfish
Pufferfish
Sweetlip
Triggerfish
Honeycomb Grouper
Shark
Snapper
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Mandarinfish
Surgeonfish
Scorpionfish
Nurse Shark
Algae Shrimp
French Angelfish
Boxfish
Trumpetfish
Pipefish
Common Lionfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Depth reaches 30m+ and features a unique volcanic environment.
Hazards:
depthcurrentmarine lifeboat trafficvolcanic activity
Current Strength:
Variable
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