Batu Gosoh 1
Also known as: Batu Goso, Batu Gosok
Best time to dive
January to December; March to June; September to October
What you might see
- Dogtooth tunaLikely
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Moray eelLikely
- Napoleon wrassePossible
- Sea turtleLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Technical - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - Limited - shallow pinnacle top can be snorkeled in calm conditions but the site is prone to current, so it's a minor add-on rather than a dedicated snorkel stop
Safety notes
Unpredictable moderate-to-strong currents and surge on the exposed pinnacle face, occasional downcurrent, depth/overhead exposure in the cracks and small cave - carry an SMB
Permits & fees
No official park fee - Bangka/Gangga lies outside the Bunaken National Park boundary (per Wikivoyage); ask your dive operator about any local village/conservation contribution
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Bangka
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.