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
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.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
volcanic divingmacro photographymuck divingsharkslopeboat divecoral reef
Marine Life
MandarinfishNurse SharkBamboo SharkHairy ShrimpScorpionfishBoxfishPufferfishSurgeonfishAngelfishBannerfishTriggerfishParrotfishTrumpetfishPipefishClownfishSweetlipsSnapperGrouperLionfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Depth reaches 30m+ and features a unique volcanic environment.
Hazards:
depthcurrentmarine lifeboat trafficvolcanic activity
Current Strength:
Variable
Nearby Dive Sites
Explore other dive sites in the area

Indonesia, Alor Alor Pantar Strait Marine Protected Area
Renowned black sand muck dive for exceptional macro life.

Indonesia, Alor Alor Marine Park
Stunning deep walls with visually impressive coral-covered landscapes.
Loading more nearby sites...
