Satonda Island is a little gem hiding a freshwater lake within the small island itself. The seabed close to the dock has few corals but has a good ecosystem rich of underwater life thanks to the restoration project happening on the left side of the dock. The area we recommend to visit is the one on the right side of the dock where the underwater life is more interesting.
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How to get to Pulau Satonda snorkeling spot?
Satonda Island (Pulau Satonda) is a small island off the northern coast of Pulau Sumbawa, Nusa Tenggara. There is no accommodation on the island hence you can visit it as part of a day tour or a liveaboard.
Water entrance for snorkeling Pulau Satonda
The entrance to the spot is directly from the beach on a seabed that is immediately rocky. Beware of potential stingrays but also of sea urchins.
Pulau Satonda snorkeling exploration tips
The highlight of the spot is the exceptional water visibility which, on a clear day, can be defined as infinite.
Close to the beach, the seabed is of little interest with sporadic corals but rich in fish swimming around the rocks.
As the water gets deeper (↕10 to 13 feet/3 to 4 meters) the corals become more dense and quite varied but the water sometimes becomes too deep (↕16 feet/5 meters) to truly enjoy it from the surface.
Nevertheless, it should be noted that the corals are various and include both hard (pillar, table, brain) and soft corals (mainly Sinularia).
The fish variety includes Blue chromis, Sweetlips, Butterflyfish, Triggerfish, and Cornetfish.
At certain times of the year, a high presence of small jellyfish can be noted in the area. These are not venomous but the constant stinging may sometimes make snorkeling impossible.
Restaurants and accommodations nearby
There are some basic facilities on the island but it looks like they have been abandoned or are seldom opened without a fixed schedule.
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