Lembeh

Angel's Window

If, during your diving in the Lembeh Strait you are growing tired of black sand, among some of the most amazing and bizarre, rare creatures on the planet, Angel's window gives you the chance to do a bit of reef diving. More than just a change of scene, however, this site is in fact a beautifully decorated pinnacle whose tip lies just below the surface, off Lembeh Island.

As you work your way down you will be struck by a vast field of soft corals with more orange and green on display than St Patrick's day in Dublin. Further down, the pinnacle base flattens out to the north and south which is home to sponges and sea fans harbouring knobbly, pink pygmy seahorses, whose presence is all but guaranteed.

Also look out for red octopus who often are found slithering around this area. Nudibranchs in various hues, pinnate batfish and schools of angelfish are likely to keep you amused as you make your way to Angel's window. This swim-through is at 22 to 25 metres. The window's walls are covered in crinoids and featherstars so it is advisable only to swim through if you can be sure of a contact free penetration.

The topography of the site allows for a spiral downwards to a possible depth of some 30 metres and a similar spiralled ascent past the golden trevally and snappers into swarms of square-spot anthias as you reach shallower water. Totally different from the usual Lembeh scuba diving experience and a wonderful site in its own right, be sure to include it in your dive plan.

Angel's Window Reef Basics: Rocky pinnacle and swim-through

Depth: 5 - 30m
Visibility: 15 - 25m
Currents: Gentle
Surface Conditions: Can be choppy
Water Temperature: 26 - 29°C
Experience Level: Beginner - advanced
Number of dive sites: 1
Diving Season: All year round
Distance: ~5 km north of Lembeh resorts (15 mins)
Access: Lembeh and Manado diving resorts and liveaboards

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