

Best for advanced divers, 3-35m, boat entry, strong current.
Batu Gosoh, located off Siladen Island, is a complex site featuring a wall, reef, pinnacle, and cave system. Divers can explore depths ranging from 3 to 35 metres. The site is accessed by boat and is suited for advanced divers due to strong currents and significant depth. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres, with water temperatures remaining between 28 and 30C. Marine life recorded at the site includes wrasses, unicornfish, groupers, threespot angelfish, checkerboard wrasse, fire dartfish, tilefish, grunts, soldierfish, midnight snapper, emperor, pixy hawkfish, and dusky surgeonfish. Night diving is available at this location.
1.80005, 125.18904
The challenging currents make this site strictly for advanced divers.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-35m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, unicornfish, groupers, threespot angelfish, and various other species including soldierfish, midnight snapper, and pixy hawkfish.
No, Batu Gosoh is intended for advanced divers due to the presence of strong currents and deep water.
The site offers a depth range of 3 to 35 metres.
Batu Gosoh requires a boat for access.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 35 metres and strong currents, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Batu Gosoh in Bangka Island requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Batu Gosoh in Bangka Island. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Divers at Batu Gosoh in Bangka Island should be aware of sharks, blue ringed octopus. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Batu Gosoh in Bangka Island can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Batu Gosoh in Bangka Island typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.