Batu Kapal (Nain)
Also known as: Ship Rock, Stone Boat
Best time to dive
Season varies - confirm locally
What you might see
- DolphinLikely
- Hammerhead sharkLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Technical
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - No - deep pinnacle/canyon site, unsuitable for snorkeling
Safety notes
Depth well beyond recreational limits, deep cave systems near 60m, documented history of diving accidents, and significant remoteness ("far away from help") with no nearby chamber
Permits & fees
Bunaken National Marine Park entrance tag/fee applies, as Nain Island is within the park boundary; exact current tag price not confirmed in this pass
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Nain Island
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.