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Batu Kapal

3.2 — based on 5 community signals
4.1 4 especies 9 colaboradores

Batu Kapal is an Indonesian dive site accessible year-round with documented marine biodiversity and active community documentation.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Actividad
dive
Vida marina
Tortuga verde, Tortuga carey

Mapa

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Mapa de ubicación de Batu Kapal © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
4.7 kn
Olas
0.26 m
Agua
29.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (20%)
Now: SSE (162°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.76m

Próxima: Baja a las 04:00 (+0.22m)

+1.4 m0 m-0.3 m
▼ 04:00 · +0.22m ▲ 09:00 · +0.53m ▼ 14:00 · +0.22m ▲ 21:00 · +0.91m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9.3 · very high Aire PM2.535 · moderate 05:31 17:38
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 12.1 0.32 9 0mm
09-20 11.6 0.24 9 0mm
09-21 12.9 0.22 9 0mm
09-22 13.1 0.3 9 0mm
09-23 11.9 0.32 9 0mm
09-24 8.2 0.26 9 0mm
09-25 12.4 0.24 9 0mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Batu Kapal lies in Indonesian waters and offers diving throughout the year. The site has generated four species observations and three community videos, indicating active visitation and wildlife documentation by divers. Local conditions and marine life vary, so reviewing community content before your visit is worthwhile. The site sits outside a Marine Protected Area, which may influence management and access rules. Current coral bleaching monitoring suggests the area warrants attention—check recent reports before planning your trip. Community-generated videos provide real footage of conditions and wildlife, offering better insight than general descriptions alone. Dive operations, local guides, and seasonal logistics require direct research with regional operators. Reach out to established dive shops in the nearest major port or tourism hub for current depth data, visibility averages, water temperature, and difficulty assessments. These details shift seasonally and year to year, so on-the-ground intel is essential for safe planning.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Indonesia: 323 sitios, mantas y microfauna

Vida marina

Tortuga verdeTortuga carey

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 12990km · ~2988kg · €54

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 54/100
  • Visado: Visado a la llegada · 30 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 12h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 12h este · 8 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

Can I dive Batu Kapal year-round?

Yes, Batu Kapal is diveable year-round. However, sea conditions, visibility, and marine activity vary by season. Check with local operators for optimal windows and any seasonal restrictions.

What difficulty level and depths should I expect?

Depth and difficulty ratings are not currently documented for this site. Contact local dive operators or review community videos to assess requirements before booking.

What marine life is there?

Four species observations have been recorded at Batu Kapal. Community videos (three available) show real footage of fauna. Review these videos and consult local guides for current wildlife encounter odds.

Do I need permits or special access?

Batu Kapal sits outside a Marine Protected Area, so standard Indonesian dive permits and operator licensing apply. Confirm all local requirements with your dive operator before departure.

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Scuba diving in Batu Kapal - Maluku Islands - Banda Sea - Indonesia - Buceo en Islas Molucas

Lolo viajero y buzo

Dive Banda Neira, Batu Kapal, Indonesia 251016 1

dpitadive

Chapter 37 - Snorkeling Batu Kapal and Lava flow, Banda Islands, Maluku, Indonesia 2022

DoneSolo - Solo traveling vlog
💬 1 top comments
  • see you on tomia island bro..

    @BauAmisSpearfishing · 👍 0
wind peaks Feb-Mar-Jan, calmest Jul-Jun-Aug.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: May (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (80/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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