Bali is overlooked by divers who avoid "popular" dive destinations, what many divers are unaware of is that Bali, the Island of Gods, has also been blessed with some of the finest diving in the world! Bali is an underwater photographer's paradise, if you want, you could also just go for the scuba diving, depending on what you like... Around Tulamben macro and black water diving is terrific. For those who prefer wide angle there is Menjangan's colorful reefs and walls. For lovers of large creatures, Nusa Penida offers manta rays, sharks and seasonal mola mola. And for that, Cruising Indonesia offers you a very special dive trip: Bali Diving Safari in The Island of Gods.
Last update: November 30, 2022
BALI DIVE SAFARI
Scuba diving in Bali, the Island of the Gods
1. BALI DIVING SAFARI IN THE ISLAND OF GODS
6. BALI VILLAS BY CRUISING INDONESIA
1. BALI DIVING SAFARI IN THE ISLAND OF GODS
Bali Diving Safari is a proposal of Cruising Indonesia, which includes stays+dives in Tulamben, Nusa Penida, Menjangan -Pemuteran-, and any other destination you wish include. On our dive safari 2-3 or more days of diving are dedicated to each destination, with excursions organized on the days of transfer from one location to another to visit the main attractions of the Island of the Gods: traditional temples and villages, waterfalls and terraced rice fields, volcanos and lakes. The price of the Island of the Gods tour is included in the Bali dive trip.
Bali is a dive destination in itself and when you do a Bali dive safari in two, three, or more locations, the scuba diving can be more varied and you can stay in fantastic villas or dive resorts with dives at your doorstep or from a ride on speed boat.
In our Bali Diving Safari there are no pre-defined number of days or locations, everything is decided with you based on your diving preferences and time available. Every trip tailor-made for you. Book a Bali Diving Safari by Cruising Indonesia now!
2. DIVE LOCATIONS
The many and varied dive sites in Bali offer splendid thrills to divers of all skill levels. From quiet, well-protected bays that are home to exotic scorpion fish, octopus and nudibranchs to deep dives with sharks, manta rays and mola mola, as well as the famous Liberty shipwreck in Tulamben and the less known Japanese wreck in Amed.
Menjangan & Secret Bay dive sites
Menjangang, a small island in northwest Bali, is part of the Bali Barat National Park, it was known as Bali's first international diving destination.
Menjangan - Wall dives
Menjangan is famous for wall diving, with excellent visibility conditions and pleasant temperatures. The walls sink in some points up to more than 60 meters, they are rich in ravines and crevices with soft corals, sponges and gorgonians. Good variety of reef fish.
On the north coast of Bali there are other sites that complete the diving offer for those who decide to stay in the area:
Secret Bay - Gilimanuk
Secret Bay is located in Gilimanuk Bay, near the departure of the ferries to Java, on the black sand seabed at 10-12 meters depth you can find nudibranchs, Banggai cardinal, scorpion fish, dragons, pipe fish, mimic octopuses and many other marine creatures. Excellent place also for night dives.
Puri Jati - Seririt
Diving in black sand, excellent macro. Octopus, scorpion fish, toad fish, mantis lobster -stomatopoda-, great variety of pipefish, blue-ringed octopus, many nudibranchs.
Dive stay in Menjangan
There is no accommodation on Menjangan Island, diving centers and hotels are located in Pemuteran and Banywedang. Diving in Menjangan is done by boat -20-30 minutes of navigation-, while in Secret Bay and Puri Jati it is done from land.
From the Bali airport and the tourist areas to the south of the island -Kuta and Sanur-, it takes about 2-3 hours by private car. On the way we offer stops and excursions to visit the terraced rice fields and the island's temples, taking the opportunity to photograph some of the most picturesque landscapes of the Island of the Gods.
Menjangan can be included in a diving tour of Bali, along with other destinations, using transfers to visit the main attractions of the island and some less touristy places, which allow you to know the true culture of Bali.
Tulamben & Amed dive sites
The small town of Tulamben offers volcanic sand beaches with the best macro on the island and the wreck of the Liberty, a 120-meter ship sunk during World War II.
USAT Liberty
The USAT Liberty shipwreck is located 20 meters from the coast of Bali and offers an extraordinary density and variety of marine life.
Although not intact, the wreck is encrusted with coral and is a haven for many species of fish. There are often schools of carangidae -jack fish-. The black sand seabed is home to garden eels, frogfish, nudibranchs, harlequin shrimp, and other macro creatures.
Seraya Secrets
Seraya Secrets offers the best macro in Bali, on the black sand seabed at 20-25 meters you can find everything! It is the favorite place of great photographers. Nudibranchs, shrimp of all kinds, crabs, scorpion fish, all species of juveniles, rhinopias. In addition, the "clean station" or cleaning station where diverse marine life congregates, to receive the cleaning service of solicitous polishing shrimp, is very famous.
The area dedicated to diving in Tulamben is expanding rapidly along the north coast. Alamanda, Batu Kelebit, Emerald Point, Tianyar. More and more dive sites are being mapped. The whole area is ideal for the macro and quiet for a relaxing holiday.
Cruising Indonesia is always active in the search for new dive sites, there may be interesting news very soon.
Diving in Amed
A series of fishing coves nestled between the hills that descend to the sea, Amed has become in recent years the vacation alternative to the busy destinations in the south of the island.
Amed offers good diving: Amed Reef, Amed Wall and Gili Selang. Lots of macro, but also reef and pelagic sharks.
Diving stay in Tulamben & Amed
Tulamben and Amed are 120 km from Bali airport and can be reached in 3 hours by private car. Many small resorts with dive centers and guest houses offer stays in the area. The area of Tulamben and Amed is very quiet, black beaches, lined with coconut trees, the great Agung volcano rises in the immediate interior..
It is possible to organize excursions to the Besakih temple, the most important of the island, to some beautiful waterfalls, and to the Water Palace of the Raja in Tirta Gangga and Taman Ujung. Tulamben is one of the destinations included in our Bali Diving Safari.
Candidasa dive sites
Located on the east coast of Bali, overlooking the Lombok Strait, washed by strong currents, Candidasa offers some of the best sites in Bali.
Mimpang
Three rock pinnacles emerging on the surface, corals, abundance of fish and the possibility of spotting pelagic.
Tepekong
A 300 meter long rock, cold water, strong currents. A canyon with white tip sharks, large schools of fish, in season Mola Mola. Diving only for experienced divers.
Biaha
Beautiful dives, lots of fish, pelagic, walls with excellent coral.
Dive stay in Candidasa
Candidasa is 80 km from Bali airport, can be reached in 90 minutes by car. Many accommodation options, from small locally run guesthouses to some luxurious 5 star hotels. Virgin Beach, a hidden beach of white sand, has become Candidasa's seaside resort that is worth a visit.
Nusa Penida & Nusa Lembongan dives sites
The two islands are located in the center of the Lombok Strait, in one of the main currents between the Pacific and the Indian Ocean. Cold waters, with a minimum of 19 degrees, strong currents that provide nutrients and marine life.
Manta Point
Near the west coast of Nusa Penida there are 2 manta points, the landscape is dominated by the imposing limestone cliffs, which plunge into the sea.
Crystal Bay
Crystal Bay is famous for the sighting of Mola Mola during the season from July to October. You can also see sea eagles. Colorful schools of reef fish and excellent corals.
Malibu Point
In the southeast of Nusa Penida it is the best place to see different varieties of sharks, big trevallies and large schools of rainbow runners.
Batu Abah
Optimal site for stingrays and Mola Mola. Little frequented by the distance from Bali and from the ports of Lembongan and Penida.
Toyapakeh
Lots of soft and hard coral, excellent visibility. Moray eels, sea snakes, turtles and nudibranchs. One of the most popular dive sites in the zone.
SD, Pet and Sental
Three dive sites on the north coast; lots of soft coral, schools of sweetlips, stone fish, moray eels, scorpion fish, and reef sharks.
Diving stay in Nusa Penida & Nusa Lembongan
You have two options:
1. Staying in Sanur or Kuta, on the south coast, for those who want to have trendy restaurants and clubs in their spare time. In this case it is necessary to take into account longer times for transfers to the port of Sanur and the boat trip to the islands.
2. Staying on one of the two islands. Nusa Lembongan offers an excellent variety of hotels and villas, while Nusa Penida has recently been preparing to welcome tourism. Here the pace of life is much more relaxed than in the rest of Bali.
In the second case, the cost of diving is lower due to the proximity of the dive sites.
3. DIVING SEASON
Diving season: From April to November. But it is possible dive Bali all year around. Rainy season: From November to March. Water temperature: 27-30°C. A 3mm shorty should be more than enough. If you feel the cold easily a 5mm shorty is advisable. Visibility: 5-30m. Depths: 5- >40m. Currents: Can be very strong. Surface conditions: Can be rough. Dive conditions vary with the tides, throughout the day. Diver level experience: All levels. Dive sites: >60. Length of stay: Recommended 7-14 days of safari diving.
4. HOW TO GET THERE
Airport: Denpasar International Airport, Ngurah Rai Internatioal Airport. Weather: 27-32°C. The dry season runs from April to October and the wet season runs from November to March. Time zone: Lesser Sunda Islands GMT +8. Transit night & connecting flight: You may need to spend one night in transit in Indonesia before and/or after your cruise, depending on your domestic and international flight schedules. We have the most competitive airfares with the most convenient flight timetables, and hotels for all budgets.
Does it seem complicated? Contact an operator who speaks your language and who can assist you in Indonesia. Feel free to contact us now!
5. DIVE CRUISES IN BALI
Some dive cruises depart from Bali to Komodo, with stops along the route at Moyo, Satonda, Bima, Sangeang, and Banta to finish at Labuabajo.
Oceanic Liveaboard
Oceanic Liveaboard dives in Moyo, Satonda, Bima, Sangeang and Banta passing through the Bali-Komodo and Komodo-Bali routes
Adelaar Liveaboard
Adelaar Liveaboard is a historic 39m Ducth Schooner that operates on the Bali-Komodo-Bali route, with a Bali-Komodo dive trip with a very special bonus: whale sharks!
Samata Liveaboard
Samata's private charter cruises are ideal for families and groups of friends looking for a luxury experience on a liveaboard holiday with a great value for money.
6. BALI VILLAS by CRUISING INDONESIA
A very special sojourn
For those who wish to extend their stay in Bali, we can organize stays in the beautiful villas on the island. Bali has become the center of elegant tourism, the value for money reaches levels of excellence, not even imaginable in Europe or Western countries in general. At an affordable cost, you can stay in luxurious villas surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens, sumptuous swimming pools, and managed by a staff of 3-4 dedicated to making your stay as easy and relaxing as possible. Depending on the number of guests, we have villas that vary from 1 to 5 or more rooms. We offer personalized estimates according to your needs and budget.
If you have a group of friends traveling or diving together, or perhaps you run a dive club or center, Cruising Indonesia can organize a dive safari to meet all your personal demands in Bali, combining dive sites and travel days, the possibilities are endless. If you have a particular interest, lead a group or have special needs to satisfy, contact us and we will work with you to build an itinerary that suits your wishes and those of the group.
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