Indonesia offers some of the best diving spots in the world. In addition to Komodo Island, Raja Ampat, Indonesia also has a small island in North Sumatra Island that is still not known by tourists and divers.
Is Pulau Weh or Weh Island, this island really has something special. Diving here is very diverse. The Indian Ocean to the east of the island and the Pacific Ocean to the west of the island, both greatly contribute to biodiversity and various marine life.
Varieties and quantities of marine species are extraordinary. Some of the most colorful species you can find here include the Juvenile Emperor Angel Fish, one of the funniest little creatures in the Pacific Ocean. With a pretty good visibility that is usually about 25 meters you can enjoy Underwater Weh Island, The Paradise Lovers Diving world.
Pulau Weh is a small volcanic island located on the western tip of Sumatra Island. The island with the capital of Sabang is awarded world-class underwater beauty, so it is not excessive if Pulau Weh is a paradise of Lovers Diving. Spot diving on Pulau Weh is unique and challenging because of the strong currents and underwater volcano (an active submarine volcano) at a depth of about 8 meters below the water level.
One of the best dive spots on Pulau Weh is "Tokong". a huge volcanic peak surrounded by colorful fish, black tip reef sharks and occasional manta rays are known in the world as moray moth eels of the world that even they can be found hidden in every hole. Although the current is very strong, Spot this dive not to miss.
ulau Weh is also a great place to dive in the deep sea. The Sophie Rickmer Ship Wreck , a shipwrecked cargo ship during World War II along the 134 meter deep within 60 meters you can find in this place.
Here you can dive floating slowly through the underwater canyon with the walls of the coral reef looming on both sides of you.
The island which the Indonesian government serves as a nature reserve besides having a stunning underwater scenery, you can also find Big Mouthing Sharks, Bufo Valhallae (habitat of endangered frogs, Sophie Reck shipwreck of German heritage drowned in Sabang waters, Coral Reefs beautiful natural coral habitat of various types of fish.
During the years 1997 - 1999, Conservation International conducted a survey on coral reefs in Pulau Weh. According to the survey, the diversity of the reefs is relatively small but the diversity of fish species is enormous. Some of the fish species you can find on Pulau Weh include Pogonoperca Ocellata, Chaetodon Gardneri, Chaetodon Xanthocephalus, Centropyge Flavitpectorallis, Genicanthus Caudovittatus, Scarus Scaber, Zebrasoma Desjardinii and many others.
In addition to the challenges that make adrenaline divers challenged on Weh Island, you can also relax around Pulau Weh such as Iboih Beach, with its beautiful beach charm with very complete facilities, Zero Kilometer monument that has a unique historical value, Klah Island is fascinating, Pantai Kasih with its white sand is very smooth and clean, Tapak Gajah Beach with its clean and crisp sand beach combined with clear sea water, Pantai Sumur Tiga, relax with perfect scenery or Rubiah Island, a charming island which is unfortunate if you past its beauty.
Diving In Pulau Weh, always nice all year round. As the water begins to cool down in late September to early October, great beings will arrive on the island. Manta Ray can be easily seen with the lean big Mouth Sharks.
Access to Weh Island
From Port Ulee Lhueu, Banda Aceh, you can take a ferry to the Port of Balohan, Sabang. Arriving at the Port of Balohan, the journey continues by using a rental vehicle or public transport to Explore Weh Island, Paradise Lovers Diving.
The best place during your stay in Pulau Weh is on Iboih Beach. You can stay at Erick's Green House, Eka's O la la, or at Pele Palace and other places that offer clean, friendly accommodation and certainly at an affordable price.
Iboic Beach offers several restaurants with delicious local and western food. Deedee's Kitchen, Mama's and O La La offer some delicious dishes for you.
Enjoy every moment at Weh Island, This Lovers Lovers Paradise , We are sure you will fall in love with this island and its friendly people.
