Batu Putih dive site

Sekotong

Batu Putih Diving

Mild to moderate drift along the slope and reef edge. The guide selects the route and profile for the group, tide and surface conditions.

Depth range
5–27 m
Access
Boat
Environment
Reef slope, Boulders, Soft coral, Macro, and Drift
Experience level
Beginner to Intermediate

About Batu Putih

Batu Putih is a reef slope, boulders, soft coral dive in East Gili Rengit, Sekotong, with a working depth range of approximately 5–27 m. The site is known for feather stars, ghost pipefish, glassfish, nudibranchs, and shrimp. Conditions remain variable, so the route, maximum depth and suitability are confirmed by the local guide on the day.

Site highlights

  • Reef slope, Boulders, Soft coral, Macro, and Drift profile
  • Usable depth range from approximately 5 to 27 m
  • Potential encounters include feather stars, ghost pipefish, glassfish, and nudibranchs
  • Mild to moderate drift along the slope and reef edge

Before you dive

Recommended certification

Open Water or equivalent with basic drift procedures

Local guide recommended

Explore with a local guide familiar with the site and its entry and exit points.

Diving conditions & best time to visit

Water temperature
27–29 °C
Visibility
5–25 m

Mild to moderate drift along the slope and reef edge

Best months to dive

April–October commonly brings drier weather; sheltered Sekotong sites remain diveable at other times when daily conditions permit.

Recreational diving is offered year-round when wind, swell and tidal current permit. April–October often brings drier weather, but site choice remains condition-dependent.

Conditions may change

Typical conditions can vary on the day of your dive. Confirm current conditions with the dive team before entering the water.

Marine life & activities

  • Feather stars
  • Ghost pipefish
  • Glassfish
  • Nudibranchs
  • Shrimp
  • Cuttlefish
  • Moray eels
  • Turtles

Access & safety

Entry & Exit

Local boat dive from Gili Gede, Gili Asahan or the Sekotong coast

Boat departure point
Local Southwest Lombok dive-centre departure
Boat travel time
5–30 min

Safety notes

Follow the current-dependent direction, keep clear of fragile soft coral and deploy an SMB if surfacing away from the boat.

Dive tips

  • Follow the local guide’s site- and tide-specific briefing.
  • Agree a maximum depth within certification limits; the published site range is 5–27 m.
  • Maintain neutral buoyancy and avoid contact with coral, artificial structures and the seabed.
  • Follow the current-dependent direction, keep clear of fragile soft coral and deploy an SMB if surfacing away from the boat.
  • Treat wildlife encounters as possible, never guaranteed, and give animals space.

Underwater photography

A flexible setup works best: use a macro lens for small subjects on sand, rubble and coral, or wide angle for the broader reef structure. Maintain stable trim, avoid stirring sediment and never move or touch wildlife for a photograph.

Site map & location

Batu Putih dive site planning map

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