Located along the same coastline as Batu Niti, Batu Belah is a shore access macro dive site shaped by volcanic activity and defined by its broken rock formations. The name “Batu Belah” means split rock, referring to the large volcanic boulders and fractured rock slabs scattered across the slope. The dive begins on a black sand bottom, gradually descending into deeper water.
As you move along the slope, the seabed alternates between sand, rubble, and split rock formations, creating a rugged underwater landscape. These cracked rocks and coral covered boulders form natural crevices, ledges, and shaded pockets, adding structure to an otherwise open slope. Small coral patches grow between the rocks, softening the volcanic terrain and adding texture to the site.
Batu Belah is well known as a macro focused dive, rewarding divers who slow down and carefully examine the rocks, rubble, and sandy areas. The varied terrain provides plenty of hiding places, and the site is popular with photographers due to its calm conditions and uncluttered background. Because it is less visited than many Tulamben sites, Batu Belah often feels quiet and undisturbed, allowing for relaxed exploration.