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Diving in Bali

Explore diving in Bali

Experience the best scuba diving in Bali, a top destination for diverse underwater landscapes and vibrant marine life. For diving with manta rays, head to Nusa Penida, known for Manta Point, Mola Mola, and thrilling drift dives. Explore Bali’s north coast for stunning wall and reef dives at Menjangan Island, Secret Bay, and Pemuteran. On the east coast, discover Tulamben’s Liberty Wreck, Amed, Candidasa, and Padang Bai. Enjoy excellent muck diving at Seraya and shore dives over volcanic rocks for a truly unforgettable Bali diving experience.

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When to dive in Bali

The best time to go diving in Bali is from May to November, during the dry season (April–October) when conditions are calm and visibility is excellent. This is the ideal scuba diving season in Bali for exploring reefs and wrecks across the island. For incredible manta ray diving in Bali, visit Nusa Penida in April and May. To spot the famous Mola Mola (Oceanic Sunfish), plan your dives between August and October. Whatever your level, Bali offers amazing dive experiences year-round.

Where to dive in Bali

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Common marine life sightings for Bali

More Information

Getting to Bali is easy, with regular international flights to Bali arriving at Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) in Denpasar, the island’s main gateway. Major airlines connect Bali with hubs like Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Sydney, Dubai, and Tokyo, making it accessible from anywhere in the world. Visitors from many countries can enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry, perfect for short holidays or scuba diving trips in Bali. From the airport, it’s about 30–60 minutes to popular areas like Kuta, Seminyak, Ubud, and Sanur, and around two hours to Tulamben or Pemuteran for diving. Domestic flights and fast boats also connect Bali to nearby islands such as Nusa Penida, Lombok, and the Gili Islands. Whether you’re coming for diving in Bali or cultural adventures, reaching and exploring the island is simple and convenient.

Time Zone
UTC+08:00
Phone
+62
Currency
IDR
Voltage
220V
Pressure
Bar (bar)
Plug
C, F
Languages
English, Indonesian
1st Stage
INT / Yoke / K
Domestic airports
Bali Ngurah Rai Intl. (DPS)
International airports
Bali Ngurah Rai Intl. (DPS)
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Bali: top locations for diving

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