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Dive the incredible biodiversity of Indonesia

The warm, clear waters surrounding Indonesia are some of the most biodiverse on the planet, hosting over 25% of the world’s fish species and 75% of the world’s coral species. In fact, this unique country is often referred to as the world’s epicenter of biodiversity. Diving in Indonesia is for all diver levels, and whether you like searching for unusual macro critters or chasing big animals, this thriving archipelago has it all. With over 17,500 islands, liveaboard diving is one of the best ways to explore Indonesia; however, there is no shortage of resorts to fit any budget with day-charter dive boats for those that prefer to stay in one spot. Come explore the most incredible variety of marine life diving in Indonesia.

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Dive sites

Discover the underwater wonders waiting to be explored

PT. BAHARI INTAN ABADI, 80224 Denpasar Selatan

Crystal Bay, Nusa Penida (★4.4)

Located on the west-side of Nusa Penida Island, Crystal Bay has two coral reef formations separated by sand slopes. The combination of slopes and walls that form the topography at this dive site goes down to more than 50 meters and meets with large rock which is an ideal place for a cleaning station for sunfish.
PT. BAHARI INTAN ABADI, 80224 Denpasar Selatan

USAT Liberty Wreck (★4.6)

This is the only historical shipwreck in Bali, ranked #3 in the world for Wreck diving! The wreck is 25 meters form shore at a depth of 4 to 29 meters below the surface with most of it occuring in a shallow area. This dive site does not have strong currents, has clear water, and warm temperatures. Difficult entry!
iDIVE Komodo, 86554 Labuan Bajo

Batu Bolong Komodo (★4.8)

Batu Bolong is a world class dive sites. Suitable for advanced and/or experienced divers due to its strong currents, Batu Bolong offers some huge schools of fish, many pelagic fish, and different kinds of sharks in the deeper parts of the dive.
iDIVE Komodo, 86554 Labuan Bajo

Manta Point , Makassar Reef (★4.6)

Makasar Reef also called Karang Makasar or Manta Point is one of the best meeting sites for manta rays. Beginner divers and snorkelers can navigate this dive spot, offering a gentle drift dive at a depth of 10-15 m. You can dive at Manta Point all year around.
Amed Jepun Divers, 80852 Amed, Karangasem

Tulamben Drop-Off (★4.5)

Drop Off is slope down where on one side is a wall down to a deep water, mostly stay on maximum depth at 30 meters where reef is very nice well covers with soft coral. To dive is here is beach entry, as a diver should always check the SPG how much air left before turn swimming back to exit point.
BALI FUN DIVING, 80224 Denpasar Selatan

Toyapakeh (★4.6)

Large open bays with coral that begins growing in the shallows. As you descend you will meet large rocks covered by amazingly colored coral reefs. Toyapakeh often has strong and sometimes unpredictable currents.
BALI FUN DIVING, 80224 Denpasar Selatan

Menjangan - Eel Garden (★4.6)

One of the most favorite dive spots on the Menjangan Island. Garden Eel dive site offers a different atmosphere where you will be treated to small mounds between sand dunes filled with garden eels.
iDIVE Komodo, 86554 Labuan Bajo

Crystal Rock Komodo (★4.7)

Crystal Rock in the north part of Komodo National Park is a pinnacle in the open sea that is submerged at high tide, and is home to a wide variety of marine life. With its challenging currents, Crystal Rock offers a thrilling experience and great visibility at around 20 m.
PT. BAHARI INTAN ABADI, 80224 Denpasar Selatan

Manta Point, Sekar Kuning (★4.6)

Located in the south of Nusa Penida Island and facing the Indian Ocean, Manta Point can often have big waves. This dive site has large rock mounds which are often visited by manta rays for self cleaning, giving this site it’s name.
BALI FUN DIVING, 80224 Denpasar Selatan

Pyramid Point (★4.6)

Artificial coral reef placed on the sandy bottom with depths varying from 10 meters to 25 meters. The basis of the coral growth is made of rectangular concrete arranged like a small pyramid. It is one of the best places to witness a successful artificial reef.

Marine Life

Encounter these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat

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Grey Reef Shark
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Stingrays
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Pygmy Seahorse
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Pipefish
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Ocean Sunfish
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Moray Eel
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Angelfish
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Turtles
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