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Underwater Photo Location: Behau Village

Underwater Photo Location: Behau Village

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Location: 42.0KM East of Dili. Enter the area enclosed by a wall. The entrance is rocky and care should be taken when entering with a vehicle with low clrarance.

Entry : One can enter the water at the small gazebo-like structure in the enclosure. The first few meters is rocky leading to sandy bottom and then on to coral structures.

UW profile : To the West the coral is more of an expansive coral cover with small outcroppings whereas to the East, the area is characterized by larger coral outcroppings in a more sandy area.

Points of interest: Alternating small walls and sandy slopes. Resident Napoleon wrasse to the East of the entry.

Topside : Nice shady area with big trees and gazebo. The area is often frequented by people from the local village who are interested in watching divers.

Go to website for a list of dive operators in the area.
Facts about Behau Village
  • It is in East Timor
  • Behau Village is in the Banda Sea.
  • The typical depth is 0-20 Metres 0-60 Feet.
  • The typical visibility is 10-30 Metres 30-100 Feet.
Dive types
shore

Marine Life
small

Diving facilities
air


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