Dive-site story
Leo Point is situated along the outer reef perimeter of Maratua Island in the Derawan Archipelago. The profile consists of a gradual coral slope transitioning into an undercut wall draped in massive gorgonian sea fans, barrel sponges, and black coral bushes. Divers drift along the reef face with oceanic currents while monitoring the blue water for pelagic visitors and patrolling reef sharks.
Extensive sea fan formations hosting macro critters along the wall crevices
Regular encounters with cruising pelagics in the blue alongside the reef edge
Gentle to moderate drift diving conditions suited for wide-angle underwater photography
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The dry season brings calmer surface conditions and optimal water clarity across the Berau region.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whitetip reef sharkTriaenodon obesus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bigeye trevallyCaranx sexfasciatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bargibant's pygmy seahorseHippocampus bargibanti | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Great barracudaSphyraena barracuda | Common |
Marine forecast
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