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Menjangan - Bat Cave

Located on the south end of Menjangan Island in Indonesia, Bat Cave is a popular dive site known for its impressive wall that reaches a maximum depth of 60 meters. The wall features large gaps, creating abundant spots that act as shelters for various species of fish.

Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life at Bat Cave, including anthias, banner fish, pigmy seahorse, angel fish, flathead crocodile fish, lion fish, scorpion fish, jaw fish, and other types of reef fish.

Menjangan Island itself is a small, uninhabited island situated on the western tip of Bali. The island's extraordinary coral diversity and abundant fish species have led to its designation as part of the West Bali National Park, which ensures strict conservation measures for its long-term preservation. The surrounding waters boast flat areas approximately 25 to 30 meters from the beach, adorned with vibrant soft corals that make it an ideal destination for snorkeling activities.

For divers, the wall beyond the flat area offers an incredible opportunity for wide-angle photography. It is adorned with impressive coral formations, including giant-sized sea fans and various other types of corals. The visibility at Bat Cave is around 17 meters, allowing divers to fully appreciate the underwater beauty. With a maximum depth of 21 meters, the dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced.

To reach Menjangan Island, divers can embark on a boat journey lasting approximately 30 to 45 minutes. This remote location, coupled with its ecological importance, makes Bat Cave and Menjangan Island a must-visit destination for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater experience.

Diving Conditions Score for Menjangan - Bat Cave

7.8
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Menjangan - Bat Cave

Depth

21m

Visibility

17m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Menjangan - Bat Cave

Wave Height

0.3m

Wind Speed

12.2 m/s

Water Temp

29.5°C

Visibility

21.58km

Cloud Cover

6%

Wave Period

4.2s

Air Temperature

29.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Menjangan - Bat Cave
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Dive Score Chart for Menjangan - Bat Cave

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.319949019607844/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.4m, Wind 2.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.9285164609053504/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Menjangan - Bat Cave: 06:00
Sunset at Menjangan - Bat Cave: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Menjangan - Bat Cave 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.

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Best Overall
11:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.4m (4.25s), Wind: 2.6 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.26m, Wind: 2.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Menjangan - Bat Cave
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Menjangan - Bat Cave

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 Menjangan - Bat Cave

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Menjangan - Bat Cave

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Menjangan - Bat Cave

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.2m / 40.0ft

April

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.2m / 3.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Menjangan - Bat Cave

Menjangan - Bat Cave follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.0°C) and January the coldest (22.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.2m 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). July 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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