Cannibal Rock
Also known as: Batu Buas
Best time to dive
January to December; October to April; September to January
What you might see
- FrogfishLikely
- Ghost pipefishLikely
- Grey reef sharkPossible
- Manta rayPossible
- NudibranchLikely
- Pygmy seahorseLikely
- Sea turtlePossible
- SeahorseLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow seamount top (3-6m) is snorkelable
Safety notes
Cold water at depth (extra exposure protection advised), Komodo dragons on nearby beaches (topside caution), occasional passing pleasure-boat traffic
Permits & fees
Komodo National Park entrance ~IDR 250,000/day + conservation ~IDR 100,000 + harbour ~IDR 25,000 + diving surcharge ~IDR 25,000/diver/day
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Labuan Bajo
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.