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    Batu Rufus dive site
    pinnacle
    10-25m
    Raja Ampat, Indonesia
    SUAKA ALAM PERAIRAN KEPULAUAN RAJA AMPAT DAN LAUT SEKITARNYA

    Batu Rufus

    Best months: Dec–Apr

    Protected Area

    SUAKA ALAM PERAIRAN KEPULAUAN RAJA AMPAT DAN LAUT SEKITARNYA

    Why dive here

    With 236+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, manta rays, mobula rays (devil rays), pygmy seahorses and sea turtles - Batu Rufus offers some of Raja Ampat's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 29-30°C, warmest May, November, December.

    Best timeDec–Apr
    WetsuitNo wetsuit needed, or a rash guard
    Marine lifeBlacktip Reef Sharks, Manta Rays, Mobula Rays (Devil Rays), Pygmy Seahorses and Sea Turtles · 236+ species recorded
    Water29-30°C · warmest May, November, December
    CharacterPinnacle dive · max 10-25m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Batu Rufus is a classic Raja Ampat site, offering the kind of soft coral blanket we’ve come to expect. Keep an eye out for wobbegong sharks tucked under ledges and plenty of pygmy seahorses camouflaged on gorgonian fans. The currents can pick up here, so it’s best suited for divers comfortable in drift conditions. It’s a rewarding dive, especially for those who enjoy a slower pace to spot the smaller stuff.

    Typical Batu Rufus Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m10m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Strong currents typical this month (avg 35 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.

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    Papua Explorers Resort

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    Mangkur Kodong

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    Lumba Lumba

    42km away
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    Delvin

    42km away
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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Batu Rufus

    Batu Rufus Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Batu Rufus, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-0.5, 130.6) (0km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 29.2–30.9°C

    Current Speed

    34.71 cm/s

    Direction: NW (311.5°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.138 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    34.33 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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