

Batu Bolong is a rock pinnacle located within the Tubbataha Reefs. The site reaches depths of up to 30 metres. Access to this location is exclusively by boat. Due to the nature of the site, conditions vary and divers should be prepared for changing currents. The water temperature at this location ranges from 28C to 31C throughout the year. This site is suitable for experienced divers capable of managing variable current conditions.
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Ask for the hole dive to see the natural arch light tunnel, which is often omitted from generic itineraries.
Accessible from Labuan Bajo via a day-trip on a Phinisi charter, approximately 2 hours by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site reaches depths of up to 30 metres.
No, access to Batu Bolong is by boat only.
Water temperatures range from 28C to 31C, with the warmest temperatures typically occurring in October.
Due to the potential for variable currents, this site is generally better suited for experienced divers.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Batu Bolong in Labuan Bajo. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Batu Bolong in Labuan Bajo are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.