Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) in Banda Aceh is the main gateway. Common flight options include:

• International: Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) via AirAsia or Firefly.
• Domestic (from Jakarta): Daily direct flights via Garuda Indonesia, Batik Air, Pelita Air, or Citilink.

You can take an overnight Luxury Bus from Medan to Banda Aceh. The journey takes approximately 10-12 hours.

• Bus Operators: Popular companies include PMTOH, Sempati Star, and Putra Pelangi.
• Terminal: Buses depart from Medan (typically around Pinang Baris or private pools) and arrive at Terminal Batoh in Banda Aceh.
• Tip: We recommend booking a "Sleeper" or "Non-Stop" bus for maximum comfort. Most buses depart between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

The easiest way is to take a taxi from Banda Aceh Airport or the Bus Terminal to Ulee Lheue Harbour (30-45 mins). From there, take a Fast Ferry (45 mins) or Slow Ferry (2 hours) to Balohan Harbour in Sabang.

Current Ferry Schedule:

* Schedules are subject to change based on weather conditions. Arrive 45 mins early.

We can arrange a taxi to pick you up at Balohan Harbour and bring you straight to our center in Iboih.

Once you arrive at Balohan Harbour in Sabang, you have several options to reach our center in Iboih:

• Private Car/Taxi: The most comfortable and fastest option (approx. 30-40 minutes). We can pre-arrange a driver to meet you at the pier holding a sign with your name.
• Public Minibus: The most budget-friendly option. These vans wait for ferry arrivals and travel to Iboih, but they usually wait until they are full before departing.
• Motorbike Sidecar (Becak): A local experience suitable for solo travelers with light luggage.

Yes, we provide transfer services. For guests booking our "Stay & Dive" packages, transfers are often included. For individual bookings, we can arrange a private car at a standard local rate.

Absolutely! Many of our guests are solo travelers. You don't need to bring a partner to dive with us:

• Buddy System: We will pair you with another diver of similar experience or you will dive directly with one of our professional guides.
• Social Atmosphere: Our dive center is a great place to meet fellow ocean lovers from all over the world.
• No Minimum Guests: We run our daily boat trips even if you are the only diver booked for that session (subject to weather and schedule).

Safety and personal attention are our priorities. Our standard ratio is:

• Maximum 4:1 — We keep a maximum of 4 divers per professional guide to ensure everyone is well-supervised.
• Small Groups — We often group divers based on experience levels so you can enjoy the dive at a comfortable pace.
• Private Guide — Private 1-on-1 guiding is available upon request for those who prefer extra assistance or specific underwater photography needs.

One of the best things about Rubiah Tirta Divers is our location. Most of the world-class dive sites are just 5 to 15 minutes away by boat. The furthest sites take no more than 20-30 minutes, allowing us to return to the center for comfortable surface intervals.

Yes, Pulau Weh offers dive sites for all experience levels.

• Beginners (Open Water): We have many calm sites like Iboih House Reef, Gapang, and Rubiah Sea Garden which are perfect for relaxed diving with minimal current.
• Experienced Divers: Sites like Batee Tokong and The Canyon are famous for stronger currents, which attract schools of big fish.

Our guides always check the current conditions before every dive and will only take you to sites that match your certification level and comfort zone.

While nature is unpredictable, certain months offer higher chances for megafauna encounters in Pulau Weh:

• Whale Sharks: Most frequent between November and February, following plankton blooms.
• Manta & Devil Rays: Best chances are during the transition of seasons, typically January to April.
• Mola-Mola (Sunfish): Rare deep-water visitors, occasionally spotted during colder upwellings between July and October.
• Sharks: Blacktip and Whitetip reef sharks can be seen all year round at sites like Shark Plateau.

Pulau Weh is famous for its incredible biodiversity and healthy reefs. Some highlights include:

• Macro Life: Nudibranchs, ornate ghost pipefish, frogfish, and various rare shrimps.
• Big Fish: Reef sharks (Blacktip & Whitetip), Giant Moray eels, and schools of Bigeye Trevallies.
• Volcanic Activity: Unique underwater Hydrothermal Vents (Hot Springs) where you can see bubbles rising from the sea floor.
• Wrecks: The famous Sophie Rickmers, a 134-meter long German cargo ship for technical divers.

Diving is possible all year round. The best visibility (up to 30m+) usually occurs from March to November. During the December-February period, we might experience more wind, but many dive sites remain accessible and beautiful.

Yes. For your safety and comfort, if your last dive was more than 12 months ago, we require a Scuba Review. This short session helps you regain confidence with gear and basic skills before heading to deeper sites.

Yes, there is a functional hyperbaric decompression chamber located at the Navy Hospital in Sabang City, about 40 minutes from Iboih.

We highly recommend all divers to have valid dive-specific insurance (such as DAN or DiveAssure). While we maintain strict safety standards, having insurance ensures you are covered for any unforeseen medical or evacuation costs.

Yes, in accordance with the local Panglima Laot tradition in Aceh, all sea activities (diving, snorkeling, and fishing) are suspended from Thursday 6:00 PM until Friday 2:00 PM. We also observe these breaks during specific religious holidays. Diving activities resume every Friday afternoon.

Pulau Weh is part of Aceh, which observes Sharia law. While swimwear is perfectly fine on the boat and at dive sites, we kindly ask you to dress modestly (covering shoulders and knees) when walking through the village or public areas to respect local culture.

Pulau Weh is part of Aceh Province, which observes Sharia Law. Please take note of the following:

• Alcohol Ban: The sale and public consumption of alcohol are strictly prohibited in Aceh. You will not find alcohol sold in local shops or restaurants in Iboih.
• Respect Local Culture: We kindly ask our guests to respect local laws and traditions by refraining from bringing or consuming alcohol in public areas.
• Diving Safety: For safety reasons, we maintain a 100% sober policy. Any diver suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or suffering from a severe hangover will not be permitted to dive.

You can book directly via our WhatsApp or Email. For peak seasons (July-August and December), we recommend booking at least one month in advance to secure your spot and preferred accommodation.

We accept Cash (IDR), Bank Transfers, and Credit Cards (Visa/Mastercard) at our dive center. Please note that credit card transactions may incur a 3% bank surcharge. There are also several ATMs available in Sabang City and Iboih.