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Nisaleme Island

Nisaleme Island

Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Depth
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30m

Visibility
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13m - 38m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Experienced


About Nisaleme Island

Nisaleme Island is just off shore. The island is very exposed and one should be aware that it drops off into deep water very suddenly. It is also advisable to be constantly aware of the down currents common at this site. One can see large pelagic fish (including rainbow runners, dogtooth tuna and jacks) at this site. If one heads further north there are a few other dive sites such as Toroletuhoh, Batu Saloka, Tukoh Serikaya and Lohwenci. These sites all have healthy coral and great marine life, similar to the kind found around Komodo Island.

Nisaleme Island Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Shark, Drop Off, Reef, Rock, Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

30m

Visibility Range

13m 38m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 35%

O2

16% at 28m / 36%

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Marine Life

  • Jacks
  • Dogtooth Tuna
  • Rainbow Runner
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Dive Site Hazards

  • Situational Awareness Loss — Divers may fixate on sharks and lose depth or position awareness.

  • Subtle Behavioural Shifts — Changes in shark behaviour may be missed without active observation.

  • Blue-Water Reference Loss — Lack of visual references increases ascent and descent instability.

  • Edge-Accelerated Currents — Currents often strengthen along drop-off edges.

  • Depth Perception Distortion — Visual contrast can distort perceived depth.

  • Terrain-Induced Descent — Divers may unintentionally follow terrain downward.

  • Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

  • Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

  • Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

  • Bubble Trapping Under Overhangs — Rock overhangs can trap exhaled bubbles, reducing visibility and causing disorientation.

  • Reflected Surge Patterns — Surge reflecting off rock faces can create irregular and unpredictable water movement.

  • Current Funnel Effect — Narrow gaps between rocks can accelerate water flow unexpectedly.

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