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Day 1: Sebayur Kevil, Sebayo Kevil, and Wainilu

DAY 1	Description	Diving	Marine life	Notes
Sebayur Kevil Check dive site (standard)	Protected bay with a gentle slope that drops off into a wall, widely used as the "check dive" to test weights and equipment	Wall diving Slopes	Cuttlefish Lion fish Crocodile fish Fusiliers	First stop of the day Included in all itineraries
Sebayo Kevil Check dive site (alternative)	Calm, clear-water slope often used as an alternative check dive if Sebayur is crowded with day boats	Slopes	Garden eels Blue-spotted stingrays Leaf scorpionfish	Used when Sebayur Kevil is too crowded Not an option for short trips (3-5 days)
Wainilu Last dive of the day	After the initial check dive at either Sebayur or Sabolon Kecil, you will sail to Wainilu, a dedicated muck diving site near Rinca, perfect for the first sunset or night dive to find weird critters in the sand	Muck diving Night diving	Mandarin fish Picturesque dragonets Frogfish Ghost pipefish	Night dive favorite! Perfect for macro photography Included in all itineraries

NORTH	SOUTH
Overall experience
High-energy, "big action" diving characterized by crystal-clear blue water, sun-drenched volcanic landscapes, and adrenaline-fueled drift dives.	Wild, remote, and moody expeditions into nutrient-rich "plankton soup" that fuels an explosion of color, soft corals, and rare macro life.
Marine life to see
Large pelagics: Grey reef sharks, white-tip sharks, and giant trevally Schooling fish: Massive schools of fusiliers, snappers, and sweetlips Manta rays (Karang Makassar).	Macro heaven: Pygmy seahorses, frogfish, and rare nudibranchs Manta aggregations (Manta Alley) Vibrant invertebrates: Sea fans and "Yellow Wall" soft corals
Best months
April to October (Dry Season). This period offers the calmest surface conditions and the highest visibility in the North.	October to April (NW Monsoon). During these months, the South experiences its best visibility and warmest water temperatures.
Difficulty level
High. Strong, unpredictable currents and frequent "negative entries" require excellent buoyancy and current experience.	Moderate to High. While currents can be milder in bays, divers must contend with surge and significantly cooler water temperatures.
Pros
Exceptional visibility (30m+) Warm, tropical water temperatures (27-29ˆC) Iconic, world-class sites (Castle Rock, The Shotgun)	Incredible biodiversity and coral health Fewer boats and a true "expedition" feel Highest density of Manta sightings during peak feeding months
Cons
Can feel crowded at "Standard" sites during peak July/August Currents can occasionally be too strong to dive safely	Cold water upwellings (can drop to 21-23ˆC) Generally lower visibility (10-15m) Rougher sea crossings during the dry season.
Go here if…
You are a "Big Fish" lover or wide-angle photographer who wants clear water, sharks, and high-speed drift diving.	You are a macro enthusiast, a soft-coral lover, or an experienced diver looking for a more rugged and unique underwater world.