

Best for advanced divers, 16-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Batu Pendeta is a submerged pinnacle located off Siladen Island, featuring a combination of reef, wall, and drop-off topography. The site ranges in depth from 16 to 40 metres and offers consistent visibility of 30 metres. Due to strong currents that can shift direction around the structure, this site is strictly for advanced divers with solid buoyancy control and drift diving experience. Access is by boat only. Divers should consult the crew for a briefing on current conditions before entry. Hazards include strong currents, lionfish resting in crevices, and sharks, which should be observed from a distance.
1.67738, 125.17955
Time your dive to hit the site at the turn of the tide when the current briefly eases, giving you a window to descend and get oriented before it picks back up. Confirm current direction with the boat crew before you enter, as it can run in different directions around the pinnacle depending on the tidal phase.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
16-40m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-29°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents and deep terrain.
The site features depths ranging from 16 to 40 metres.
Batu Pendeta is a boat-access-only site.
Visibility is consistently 30 metres, with water temperatures between 28C and 29C. Strong currents are common and can shift direction around the pinnacle.
Divers should be prepared for strong currents, the presence of sharks, and lionfish resting in reef crevices.
Diving at Batu pendeta in Likupang requires the following certifications: Intermediate, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Batu pendeta in Likupang. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Batu pendeta in Likupang are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.