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Cauldron (The Shotgun)
Extreme current channel dive — the most thrilling underwater ride in Komodo.
Harbour Dist.
45 km
Max Depth
35m
Current
Extreme current pinnacle near Batu Bolong for expert divers with big shark encounters.
44km
From Harbour
18m
Avg Depth
30m
Max Depth
Rescue
Min. Certification
Be prepared for extreme — washing machine currents with unpredictable surges and down currents, for expert divers only currents at this dive site. Check conditions before diving and follow your dive guide's instructions.
Batu Sabun is a treacherous rock sitting just one metre below the surface near the famed Batu Bolong. Reserved for the most experienced divers, this site delivers extraordinary big fish action with grey reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks, and large schools of trevally. The extreme currents create a washing machine effect that concentrates marine life around the pinnacle. This is one of the most adrenaline-fuelled dives in Komodo.
Visibility
15m avg
Current
Extreme — washing machine currents with unpredictable surges and down currents, for expert divers only
Max Depth
30m
Best Season
4, 5, 6 +4
Avg Depth
18m
-8.329000, 119.572000
View on Google MapsThe required certification depends on the difficulty level. Beginner sites are suitable for Open Water divers, while Advanced and Expert sites require Advanced Open Water or higher with significant dive experience. Check the difficulty badge for this site.
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