Muck Diving

Tambo’o Fish House

Gorontalo’s most popular muck diving site lies just outside the Bone River mouth near Miguel’s Diving dock. The brown sand slopes from a shallow flat at 3 meters to a deeper area at 18 meters. A large coral rock at a shallow depth provides a home for fish, while discarded debris from Tambo’o village creates hiding spots for critters. Visibility varies due to river water brought by the current.

Old Port

This location served as a port in the days before Indonesian independence. Trash from the villagers litters a steep sand and silt slope, providing shelter for unusual critters. A sand dune rises amid the scattered debris, seemingly lifeless until explored with our knowledgeable dive masters. Rock columns attract vibrant fish, making this site a hidden gem for critter enthusiasts.

Mystic Point

Protected by volcanic cliffs, local fishing boats have anchored here for generations. While shallow coral formations have suffered from human activity, the white sand slopes below host coral bommies and striking patches of stinging flower corals. Unique critters such as Crab-eye gobies, shrimps, and crabs thrive in this habitat. Sea dandelions, with their brilliant maroon spheres, stand out near coral rubble, while nudibranchs and pipefish crawl across open sand.

Muck diving in Gorontalo offers an extraordinary opportunity to encounter elusive marine life in diverse environments. Join Miguel’s Diving for expert-guided dives that maximize your chances of spotting rare critters while ensuring sustainable diving practices.