Scuba Diving in Jinn Caves, Gorontalo

Jinn Caves Dive Site makes a lasting impression on even the most experienced of divers. Some call it dramatic. The main cavern backs 33 meters into the rock ending in a tiny cove. A cascading slope with huge drops at depths of 10, 17 and 20 meters form its back and bottom. The back and steep bottom are covered with mud mixed with sand. The roof of the main cavern is split, letting in sunlight. It measures only five meters wide at its narrowest point. At this narrowest part, the two inner-facing walls form complementary overhangs. While cavern diving here, be sure to look up for a stunning view. The coral reef rises to the surface here. The split gives access to a narrow cove. In this arid section of Gorontalo, rain rarely produces runoff. Over time, water has drained down from the mountains. Its erosive force has carved the split in the soft limestone. It also created numerous caverns inside the main one. Inside the main cavern, two deep pinnacles block access to a cavern eroded back into the eastern wall.

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