To minimize the negative side effects of the dive tourism on the marine life of the waters of Bitung, the Government of Bitung city made the following rules of conduct:
Every recreational scuba divers has to have a valid permit issued by the City of Bitung, before he/she is allowed to dive in the waters of Bitung. The dive centre is primarily responsible that their guests, dive guides and boat crew follow the rules of conduct.
• Valid permit of City of Bitung visible present on the boat
• No touching or disturbing the marine life
• No anchoring
• Not more than 4 divers per guide
• Maximum 15 divers including guides per dive site at the same time
Violation of the rules of conduct can be a risk Pidana and Perdata according PERDA KOTA BITUNG NOMOR 10 TAHUN 2009 PASAL 39.
In relation to Bitung Regional Law Number 10, 2009 about Tourism Retribution and Dive Permit; Divers who stay in Bitung City pay permit Rp.50.000,- per person for the time of their continues stay in Bitung during one calendar year. The following year permit is available starting 1 December of the current year. Divers who stay outside of Bitung City pay permit Rp.50.000,- per person per day.
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