Beang Abang Dive Site — Alor

Beang Abang dive site in Alor

About Beang Abang

Plongée en milieu sablonneux volcanique noir (muck dive) avec une vie de créatures exceptionnelle. Des poulpes mimétiques (Thaumoctopus mimicus), des poulpes merveilleux (Wunderpus photogenicus), des poissons-grenouilles (Antennariidae) et des crevettes velues (Phyllognathia) sont régulièrement observés sur ce site de muck de renommée mondiale. Les plongées de nuit y sont légendaires, révélant des seiches bobtail (Sepiolidae), des uranoscopes (Uranoscopidae) et l'insaisissable poisson-scorpion d'Ambon (Pteroidichthys amboinensis) dans le substrat volcanique sombre.

Site Information

  • Depth: 8–30 m
  • Difficulty: intermediate
  • Site type: Muck
  • Current: Currents are a natural and consistent feature of diving in Alor, influenced by strong tidal movements in the Pantar Strait. While conditions can vary, stronger currents around the new and full moon introduce more dynamic drift dives and increase the chances of encountering larger pelagic species. Dives here are often suitable for experienced divers who appreciate current-rich environments.
  • Best time: Toute l'année
  • Region: Alor

Highlights

  • Poulpe merveilleux
  • Poisson-grenouille
  • Poulpe mimétique

Marine Life at Beang Abang

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