Depth range, visibility, drift feel, and reef-macro life.
Batu Abah (Vertigo Point) is a Nusa Penida drift dive for experienced divers.
Batu Abah (Vertigo Point) is a Nusa Penida drift dive for experienced divers.
Plan through a local operator who can handle permits and sea-state checks.
Batu Abah (Vertigo Point) is a remote Nusa Penida dive for experienced divers who want a rougher, more pelagic-leaning site. The underwater profile mixes rocky plateaus, steep slope sections, and reef structure, so the dive can move quickly from sheltered pockets to current-fed blue water. Plan it as a boat-only, condition-sensitive outing with strong currents, possible surge, and seasonal mola-mola plus other big fish when the sea is calm enough for clear water.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 30m
Depth Note
Average depth around 15 m; maximum depth about 30 m.
Best Season
April-November, with Mola-Mola most likely July-October.
Typical Conditions
Strong, variable currents with possible surge and visibility that swings with swell and upwelling.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Strong currents, surge, and limited access make this a conservative experienced-diver site.
Access Restrictions
Access is tightly controlled by reserve rules and sea state, and may depend on operator approval.
Legal Notes
Protected reserve rules may still apply; confirm current authorization requirements before planning.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Recommended for intermediate to advanced scuba divers due to strong currents.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Depth range, visibility, drift feel, and reef-macro life.
Dry-season window and exposed offshore conditions.
Protected-reserve access, surge, and pelagic wildlife.
Protected access, current strength, trip planning, and seasonal wildlife context.
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