The Refrigerator
A site defined by the cold water welling up from the deep straits, where temperatures can plunge into the low 20s within a few metres. The same cold water draws mola and other pelagics, mostly in the September-November season.
Depth
5–40m
Current
Strong
Diver level
Advanced open water
Entry
Boat
Unique features
- Cold upwelling site named for its sharp thermoclines
- Chance of ocean sunfish (mola) and thresher sharks in the pelagic season
Sources & last checked
Checked July 2026
This is a researched draft, not yet human-verified. The seasonality and logistics are drawn from the sources below — confirm specifics (permits, fees, closures) with an operator before you book.
- Scuba diving in Alor — ZuBlu
Note on the data: Coordinates are approximate; not surveyed dive-site GPS.