

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Batas Kota is a reef dive site located off Bunaken Island, Indonesia. The site features a depth range of 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. Divers typically experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 20 metres. Access to the site is by boat only, and it is suitable for beginner divers. Night diving is permitted, with typical dive times lasting around 60 minutes. Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, various nudibranchs, scorpionfish, groupers, rays, lionfish, angelfish, reef sharks, moray eels, triggerfish, and sea kraits.
1.49310, 124.84100
Access is fast by boat from the Manado waterfront.
Access by boat from the Manado waterfront.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Chromodoris nudibranchs, Leaf Scorpionfish, Coral Grouper, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Spotfin Lionfish, Regal Angelfish, Bluegirdled Angelfish, Whitetip Reef Shark, Yellow-edged Moray, Indian Lionfish, Titan Triggerfish, Clown Triggerfish, and Sea Krait.
Yes, Batas Kota is suitable for beginner divers.
The site has a depth range of 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
No, a boat is required to access this dive site.
The site is primarily used for diving, and boat access is required.
Diving at Batas Kota in Manado requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Batas Kota in Manado. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Batas Kota in Manado typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Batas Kota in Manado typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.