Bali, often referred to as the Island of the Gods, is a diver's paradise nestled in the Indonesian archipelago. With its prime location at the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands, Bali offers an unparalleled underwater experience. Divers can explore vibrant coral reefs teeming with life, dramatic drop-offs, and even a few fascinating wreck dives such as the famous Liberty Wreck in Tulamben. Whether you're a novice or an experienced diver, the island caters to all with its diverse range of dive sites, from the calm waters of Sanur for beginners to the exhilarating drift dives around Nusa Penida. Marine life in Bali is both abundant and diverse, making it a hotspot for underwater enthusiasts. The region is renowned for encounters with majestic manta rays, elusive mola mola (oceanic sunfish), and even the occasional whale shark. The waters around Bali are home to a plethora of macro critters, perfect for underwater photographers eager to capture the unique beauty of pygmy seahorses and ghost pipefish. The island's location near the equator ensures warm tropical waters year-round, while the dry season from May to September offers optimal diving conditions with excellent visibility ranging from 30 to 40 meters (98 to 131 feet). Bali is not only a place of natural beauty above water with its lush paddy fields and towering volcanoes but also a sanctuary beneath the waves. Whether opting for shore dives or embarking on liveaboards departing from Bali, divers are treated to a world of wonder and excitement. With so much to explore, Bali remains a top destination for divers seeking adventure and the thrill of discovering one of the most biodiverse marine environments on the planet.
Explore SanurStretching along the South East of Bali is Sanur, a location with ideal conditions for
Explore Padang BaiOn Bali’s east coast lies the small fishing village of Padang Bai, home to idyll
Explore Nusa LembonganAbout thirty minutes from the south-east of Bali lie the Nusa Islands. Nusa Le
Explore Nusa DuaOn the south of Bali, lies Nusa Dua, with idyllic white-sand beaches and easy access
Explore LovinaLovina is a coastal town in the north of Bali consisting of seven villages. Kalibukbuk
Explore KutaKuta, where Bali’s international airport is located, is often tourists first stop on t
Explore Candi DasaCandi Dasa, a small village located on the eastern coastline of Bali, offers adren
Relaxed, bohemian and bathed in glorious nature, the island of Lombok and the three Gili Islands are all bleached white beaches and aquamarine waters.
Many of the dive sites located around Menjangan have shallow reef flats filled with corals, small fish and turtles.
In Bali’s south-east, there is a cluster of three islands, Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan,
Set on the east coast of Bali, Tulamben and Amed, these two beach towns are great for divers.
With so many dive locations on the mainland and surrounding archilpelagos, while scuba diving in Bali you are spoilt for choice. Nusa Dua, Padang Bai and Pemuteran offer beginner divers the chance to enrol in dive courses while there are a number of locations for more adventurous divers.
At the four rocky islands of Gili Tepekong, Gili Biaha, Gili Mimpang and Gili Selang, reached from Candi Dasa, fierce currents will test your buoyancy as you dirft around unusual rock formations. For those who love to drift dive, you will find yourself pushed by the force of the ocean at almost every dive site in Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida. Dive dramatic deep walls at The Drop Off in Tulamben after diving the famous USAT Liberty Wreck or head to Menjangan Island to investigate the long-lost cargo of the Anker Wreck.
Excellent macro sites can be found at Blue Lagoon in Padang Bai, Seraya Secrets at Tulamben or the Secret Bay at Menjangan Island while thriving corals can be found everywhere while scuba diving in Bali. To showcase Bali diving at its best, liveaboards stop at the fantastic dive sites in every region of the Island of the Gods.
Scuba diving in Bali is best during the transition period between the wet and dry seasons. Through April to July and October through to November, the winds are generally weaker, seas calmer and visibility at its peak. At most diving locations diving is possible all year-round but for sites like Candi Dasa, where currents are strong and conditions already rough, it’s best to head out when the sea is calm.
When the water is cooler, from July through to October, there is the peak number of mola mola, hammerhead sharks, manta ray and whale shark. With the wet season from October to April, you can miss the rain while seeing your favourite megafauna.
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
