Batu Kelebit is an exposed reef dive site located just offshore from Tulamben and accessed by traditional jukung boat. Marked by two large rocks visible above the surface, it is known for depth, current and dramatic underwater terrain.
The dive begins along a sloping reef before opening into a series of steep ridges and channels. The terrain changes quickly as you move through the site, creating a dynamic and engaging dive profile.
Batu Kelebit is dived for its reef structure and current. The ridges provide natural shelter points where divers can position themselves, while the moving water often attracts larger marine life.
This is a site for divers who enjoy deeper profiles and open water movement. When conditions align, it offers a powerful and memorable dive experience.
It is one of Tulamben’s more exposed sites, and that exposure is part of its appeal for experienced divers.
Marine life at Batu Kelebit is closely tied to current and conditions. Divers commonly encounter:
On days with favourable current, schooling fish and larger pelagic species may move through the blue beyond the reef.
The interaction between terrain and current makes each dive here slightly different.
To kick start our honeymoon we decided to get our scuba diving certifications. We managed to do the open water and the advanced open water in 6 days (including 1 rest day). We did night dives, sunrise dives, shipwreck, drift and deep and lots more. Really good fun and Amed has enough to explore for both courses.
Wow, Wow, Wow! Could not recommend any other place to go if you are looking at diving in Amed. Myself and my friend completed our Advanced Open Water course (followed by a number of fun dives), with Wayan and the team at Bali Dive Cove. The whole experience was seamless!
At Bali Dive Cove, we typically organise two to three dives per day. Batu Kelebit is accessed by boat and is selected when conditions are suitable. Dive plans are adapted carefully to current strength and group experience. After two dives, we usually finish around lunchtime, while three-dive days generally conclude around 2pm.
When conditions allow, Batu Kelebit may be incorporated into Specialty dives.
Dive times at Batu Kelebit typically range between 40 and 60 minutes depending on the chosen depth, current conditions and individual air consumption. Deeper dives may be shorter due to depth limits and dive planning considerations.
It can be an excellent site for wide-angle underwater photography when visibility is good. The reef structure, schooling fish and occasional pelagic sightings can create dramatic underwater scenes, although current conditions may influence how easily photographers can position themselves.
Batu Kelebit is generally deeper and more exposed than many of the sheltered reef sites around Tulamben. Its underwater terrain includes ridges, channels and rocky formations that create a more dynamic dive profile and can attract larger reef fish.
Yes. Batu Kelebit is accessed by traditional jukung boat from Tulamben. Boat access allows divers to enter the water directly above the reef and begin the dive without a long surface swim.
Yes. When current is present, Batu Kelebit can be enjoyed as a drift dive along the reef ridges and channels. On calmer days the dive may be conducted as a more controlled exploration of the reef structure rather than a full drift.
The reef at Batu Kelebit typically begins around 10 metres before sloping down to approximately 40 metres and deeper. Most recreational dives remain within safe limits, with divers choosing a depth profile that matches their certification and experience level.
No. Batu Kelebit is recommended for Advanced Open Water certified divers or those with similar experience. The combination of depth, exposure and potential current makes it better suited to divers who are comfortable managing buoyancy and depth in changing conditions.
Yes. Batu Kelebit is an exposed dive site and currents are common. The presence of current often brings larger pelagic species and active reef life, which is part of what makes the site exciting. However, it also means dives must be carefully planned and guided.
Interested in diving Batu Kelebit? Contact us to check availability. If Batu Kelebit sounds like a good match for your experience level, get in touch and we can advise whether conditions are suitable during your stay.
