Indonesia · Banda Islands
Batu Kapal (Banda)
Also known as: Ship Rock
Best time to dive
September to April; February to May
What you might see
- BarracudaLikely
- Dogtooth tunaLikely
- Grey reef sharkPossible
- Moray eelLikely
- Napoleon wrasseLikely
- Potato codLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - Limited - shallow fringes only when current is slack; not a beginner snorkel site
Safety notes
Strong/unpredictable currents, possible downcurrents around the pinnacles, advanced-only conditions
Permits & fees
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Banda Neira
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.