Batu Bolong
Dive into the captivating depths of Batu Bolong, a dive site renowned for its world-class offerings. Suited for advanced and experienced divers, the site's dynamic currents provide an exhilarating experience, unveiling a plethora of marine wonders.
Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring underwater world of Batu Bolong, where massive schools of fish, pelagic species, and various shark species reside in the depths. Encounters with giant trevally, nudibranchs, moray eels, hawksbill sea turtles, tuna, scorpionfish, reef sharks, shrimps, Napoleon wrasse, and groupers are common, astounding divers with their vibrant presence.
Although Batu Bolong may appear as a modest surface rock, it conceals an enormous structure plunging into the abyss, reaching an impressive depth of 70 meters. This rock formation teems with a diverse array of marine life, surrounded by captivating hard and soft corals. Depending on the current's direction, divers have the opportunity to explore either the site's northern or southern side.
With optimal diving conditions available throughout the year, Batu Bolong invites enthusiasts to embark on unforgettable underwater adventures. Enhanced by a visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, this dive site promises an exceptional and immersive journey into Indonesia's aquatic wonders.
Batu Bolong stands as a remarkable addition to the vibrant dive spots in the Komodo region. Located in Manggarai Barat, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, it offers unparalleled opportunities for divers seeking extraordinary encounters beneath the surface. Discover the allure of Batu Bolong and unravel the secrets of its enchanting aquatic realm.
Diving Conditions Score for Batu Bolong
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Batu Bolong
Depth
23m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Batu Bolong
Wave Height
0.44m
Wind Speed
5 m/s
Water Temp
28.7°C
Visibility
2.18km
Cloud Cover
9%
Wave Period
5.1s
Air Temperature
27.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Batu Bolong
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.78128299319728/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 5.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.20820544217687/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Batu Bolong are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.46m (4.9s), Wind: 5.1 m/s
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.48m, Wind: 5.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Batu BolongAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Batu Bolong
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Batu Bolong
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Batu Bolong
Ideal Conditions for Batu Bolong
Water Temp
20.9°C / 69.6°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Batu Bolong
Batu Bolong follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.9°C) and December the coldest (16.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026