Dive sites

Dive sites

The 40 dive sites near Amed that we are going to include an extraordinary variety.

The topography, fauna, flora, combining superb drop-offs, plateau beaches of black/white/yellow sand, coral fields, coral heads, gorgonians, fish, nudibranchs, crabs, sharks…

This region is ranked number 3 in the world for Macro and if you like photography it will be hard to get you out of the water.

The marine life of Amed Bali is considered one of the richest due to its diversity being placed in the area of the Coral Triangle / Wallace Line / On the border between the Indian & Pacific Oceans.
Added to all this are the sites on Nusa Lembongan & Penida, Candidasa, Menjengan…

The most famous sites in the Amed region:

Jemeluk Bay & Wall: Amed’s Underwater Treasure.

Located in the heart of Bali’s east coast, Jemeluk Bay in Amed is much more than just a dive site: it’s an invitation to a varied and accessible underwater exploration that will delight both beginners and more experienced divers.

Accessibility and Versatility:
Jemeluk Bay stands out for its easy access from the beach. Its gentle sandy slope makes it an ideal starting point for introductory dives, first dives after a long break, and even for snorkeling sessions. The depth varies gradually from 0 to approximately 20-25 meters, offering incredible flexibility for all levels.

A World of Underwater Exploration:
This site is a true mosaic of underwater environments:

The Vibrant Reef: Much of the bay is covered in healthy and colorful coral reefs, home to a rich array of macro and pelagic life. You’ll encounter an incredible diversity of reef fish: clownfish in their protective anemones, elegant angelfish, schools of fusiliers, damselfish, parrotfish, and many more.
The Wall: On the east side of the bay, an impressive rock face descends to the depths, covered with giant gorgonians, barrel sponges, and black corals. This is an excellent spot to look for more discreet creatures like nudibranchs, decorator crabs, and shrimp.
The Underwater Temple and Statues: One of Jemeluk’s most fascinating features is its submerged “sculpture garden.” Several Buddhist and Balinese statues, as well as a small man-made temple, were sunk to create an artificial reef and provide unique points of interest. These structures are now beautifully colonized by coral and serve as a refuge for a multitude of fish, creating a mystical and photogenic scene.
The Pyramids: Artificial pyramid-like structures, designed to encourage coral growth, are also present. They attract a concentration of fish and are perfect for slower exploration dives.
Marine Life:
The biodiversity at Jemeluk is remarkable. Beyond the usual reef fish, with a little luck, you can spot sea turtles, moray eels, rays, cuttlefish, octopuses, and even the occasional blacktip reef shark or passing pelagics. It’s also a paradise for macro photography, with a multitude of small creatures hiding.

Ideal for Training and Photography:
Thanks to its generally excellent visibility and lack of strong currents, Jemeluk is a prime location for diving courses, from Open Water to specialty courses. Its visual richness also makes it a favorite spot for underwater photographers, who will find fascinating subjects with every fin.

Jemeluk Bay & Wall is a must-do dive during your stay in Amed. It’s a site that never ceases to amaze with its beauty, diversity, and tranquility. Prepare for a magical immersion!

USAT LIBERTY

The 120 meter long ship is now lying on its side, just 25 meters from the shore. Over the years, the Liberty has transformed from a barren pile of wreckage to an ecosystem teeming with life. The ship itself is covered in soft and hard corals, sea fans, sponges, sea anemones, crinoids, providing the perfect sanctuary for all types of marine animals.

The Liberty is one of the most accessible wreck dives in the world. Because it sank just offshore, divers can enter the water directly from the beach. The shallowest part of the ship is just 2.5 meters below the surface and the deepest is around 27 meters deep. This makes the Liberty an excellent wreck dive for all levels of divers, even beginners.

Marine fauna:
The Liberty Wreck is an underwater wonderland that is home to a wide range of marine animals. A huge school of bigeye trevally (or trevally) is often seen swirling around the wreck, while reef fish like sweetlips, angelfish, batfish, surgeonfish find shelter among the nooks and crannies of the ship. The turtles, Napoleon wrasses and large barracudas are also frequent visitors to the wreck. On the way back to shore, you can spot a group of garden eels emerging from the sandy seabed and swinging around. Night dives and sunrise dives offer the chance to see the resident school of humpback parrotfish that make the wreck their roost.

BOGA WRECK

Ideal for “penetration”, the Boga wreck now rests on a sandy slope about 60 meters from the shore, almost 45 meters long. Although not as massive as the Liberty, the Boga has its own charm that is worth exploring.

One of the main differences you’ll notice between the two wrecks is that the Boga wreck is still largely intact. It is easy to distinguish the different parts of the ship, with the bow facing the shore and the propeller extending out to sea. Some of the interesting features divers will see include a wooden steering wheel on the upper deck of the ship, as well as Buddha statues and a car inside.

Located between 14 and 38 meters deep, the Boga wreck is reserved for experienced divers. However, it is an ideal place for deep training dives. As a relatively young wreck, the Boga is not yet colonized by corals. However, many fish have already settled there and can be observed during a visit to the site. Barracudas, octopuses, surgeonfish, riflefish, angelfish, batfish, damselflies, nudibranchs and triggerfish are just some of the sea creatures that can be found there.

SERAYA SECRET

Seraya Secrets is a true paradise for macro lovers. It’s virtually impossible to list all the different creatures you can see! In a single dive, you can expect to see many different species and colors of nudibranchs, like donut and pikachu nudibranchs… just to name a few. The rare spotted harlequin shrimp is perhaps Seraya’s most famous resident.
Other species of shrimp can also be found here, including the Coleman shrimp and tiger shrimp. Boxer crabs, frogfish, ghost fish, and pygmy seahorses are just a few of the other tiny marine inhabitants that Seraya Secrets is best known for.
In addition to looking for the many small creatures hiding at this site, also keep an eye out for blue-spotted stingrays burrowing into the sandy slope. If you’re lucky, you might also spot an octopus during your dive here! The Seraya Secrets “cleaning stations” are an intriguing natural phenomenon to observe. Here you can watch tiny cleaner shrimp remove parasites from moray eels, coral groupers and sweetlips, even inside their mouths.

PYRAMIDES

This dive site can be approached by drift diving where the underwater landscape presents a natural coral reef on the slope with pyramidal structures on the sandy plateau at approximately 18 meters. The artificial reef was created by fishermen in the mid-90s and is located less than five minutes from our center. When diving at Pyramids, you can choose to do it from the shore or use the fishermen’s boats called “Jukung”, which allows more flexibility on the exit point.

The pyramids are for several reasons one of the main diving attractions in Amed. With more than 20 pyramids, the depth of this dive site allows Open certified divers to also enjoy the magic of the place. It is also ideal for introducing beginner divers to drift diving or even for experienced divers to encounter wonderful creatures such as the pygmy seahorse, leaf scorpion or frogfish.

Dive into the Pyramids and you will discover a wide variety of marine life both in the artificial and natural reef but also between the waters because the current carries a large quantity of plankton. Starting the dive by spotting a huge valley of garden eels, blue spotted stingrays will accompany you during the dive. While generally green or hawksbill turtles and large puffer fish like to shelter along the slope, schools of fusiliers or even giant trevally prefer to swim between the waters. Reef sharks can be seen as well as exceptionally the Whale shark.

The Drop Off, Tulamben :

Living Wall Diving
Located just east of the famous U.S.A.T. Liberty wreck in Tulamben on the east coast of Bali, The Drop Off is an iconic dive site that offers a radically different experience from its neighbor, yet is equally spectacular. It’s the perfect spot for divers who appreciate wall diving and the richness of a vertical ecosystem.

Site Features:

Access and Topography: Easily accessible from the shore, after a short walk across the black pebbles of Tulamben, The Drop Off owes its name to its dramatic topography. The site begins with a gentle slope covered in rocks and coral, but quickly transitions into a sheer wall that drops to over 60 meters, creating a “blue diving” experience along a living wall. Visibility and Current: Visibility is generally excellent, often exceeding 20-30 meters. Currents are usually weak to moderate, allowing for pleasant drifting along the wall, but they can occasionally intensify, making the site more suitable for experienced divers.
A Vibrant Wall Ecosystem:

What makes The Drop Off so captivating is the abundant life that clings to and gravitates around this giant wall:

Giant Corals and Gorgonians: The wall is literally carpeted with an explosion of colors and shapes. You’ll discover immense fan corals, black thread corals, barrel sponges, and soft corals of every imaginable hue, creating a vertical garden of striking beauty. These structures serve as shelter and food for a multitude of creatures. Abundant Marine Fauna: Along the wall, macro life is omnipresent: colorful nudibranchs, shrimp, spider crabs, and frogfish hide in the crevices. Looking up at the blue, you’ll regularly encounter large schools of fusiliers, goatfish, sweetlips, and barracudas.
Unexpected Encounters: The Drop Off is renowned for its pelagic passages. It’s not uncommon to spot blacktip and whitetip reef sharks patrolling the wall, and tuna, jacks, and even hammerhead sharks or eagle rays in the depths. Sea turtles are also regular visitors.
The Dive Experience:

A dive at The Drop Off is a dynamic experience. Divers typically drift along the wall, observing the coral formations, searching for hidden macro reefs, and keeping an eye out for pelagics. It’s an excellent site for photographers, offering a variety of subjects, from wide-angle landscapes to detailed close-ups.

The Drop Off at Tulamben is a must-do dive for anyone looking to marvel at the power and beauty of wall reefs. Its rich biodiversity and potential encounters make it a memorable site for any diver visiting Bali.

– Emerald
– Batu Niti
– Gerombong

Not far from Amed diving center/school in Bali
– Jemeluk bay / Wall: The best place to learn to dive in Amed with its statues, temples, corals, structures, Nemo fish, moray eels, seahorses, ghost pipe fish, nudibranchs, shrimps, sharks…
– Bunutan

Lipah Bay (Lipah Beach), Amed:

Serenity and Biodiversity of an Enchanting Reef
Located a few kilometers south of the center of Amed, Lipah Bay (also known as Lipah Beach) is a hidden gem on Bali’s east coast. Less crowded than some of its famous neighbors, it offers an exceptionally tranquil and rich diving and snorkeling experience. It is an ideal site for divers of all levels, from beginners to macro photographers.

Accessibility and Topography:
Access to Lipah is remarkably easy. The water is entered directly from the black pebble beach, which quickly leads to a gentle, sandy slope. This configuration makes the site perfect for progressive dives, introductory scuba dives, and first-time underwater explorations. The depth increases gradually, reaching approximately 25-30 meters further offshore, allowing for dives at varying depths depending on certification and preferences.

A Thriving Coral Garden:
What sets Lipah apart is its remarkably healthy and well-preserved coral reef. Spanning a vast area, it is composed of a fascinating mix of hard and soft corals, forming a colorful and complex underwater landscape. You’ll discover impressive formations of table corals, massive brain corals, vibrant fire corals, and elegant gorgonians. The reef’s good health is an indicator of the rich marine life it supports.

Rich and Diverse Marine Life:
Lipah is a true paradise for macrofauna and teems with reef fish:

Abundance of Reef Fish: The reef teems with life with schools of fusiliers, intricately patterned butterflyfish, majestic angelfish, colorful parrotfish, and a multitude of protective clownfish in their anemones. Dazzling Macro: This is a favorite spot for macro enthusiasts. With careful exploration, you might spot nudibranchs of all colors and shapes, cleaner shrimp, hidden crabs, and even pygmy seahorses (rarer but possible) on the giant gorgonians.
Larger Encounters: Although rarer, it’s not unusual to encounter sea turtles peacefully grazing on the corals, moray eels, cuttlefish, or octopus. Schools of jacks or tuna may occasionally pass by.
Ideal for Relaxation and Photography:
The currents at Lipah are generally very weak, making it a perfect site for slow, relaxing dives, conducive to detailed observation and underwater photography. Visibility is constant and often excellent, providing optimal conditions for capturing the beauty of this underwater world.

Lipah Bay is a charming getaway for those seeking underwater beauty without the crowds. Its lush reef and abundant marine life make it a serene and incredibly rewarding diving experience, a must-do for any diver visiting Amed.

The Japanese Wreck, Amed:

A Hidden Gem for Macro Lovers and History Enthusiasts
Nestled just off the coast of Lipah Bay in Amed, a short boat ride or shore entry away, lies the enchanting Japanese Wreck. Often overshadowed by the more famous USAT Liberty, this smaller, more intimate wreck offers a completely different, yet equally captivating, underwater experience, making it a favorite among macro photographers and those seeking a tranquil dive.

A Glimpse into the Past:
The exact origins of this small patrol boat remain a subject of local lore, but it is believed to be a Japanese patrol vessel from World War II. Measuring approximately 20 meters in length, the wreck rests gracefully on a gently sloping reef, with its stern at around 12 meters and its bow extending to about 25 meters, making it accessible to a wide range of certified divers, from Open Water onward.

An Oasis of Marine Life:
What the Japanese Wreck lacks in size, it more than makes up for in its incredible biodiversity. Decades under the sea have transformed its structure into a thriving artificial reef, completely encrusted with a vibrant tapestry of hard and soft corals.

Macro Paradise: This site is a true haven for macro photography. Every nook and cranny of the wreck, as well as the surrounding reef, teems with an astounding array of tiny, fascinating creatures. Keep your eyes peeled for:
Nudibranchs: A spectacular variety of colorful nudibranchs in all shapes and sizes.
Pygmy Seahorses: With a keen eye (or the help of your guide), you might spot these minuscule masters of camouflage on the gorgonian corals.
Ghost Pipefish: Often found drifting subtly among crinoids or soft corals.
Frogfish: Masters of disguise, they blend perfectly with their surroundings.
Various species of crabs, shrimps (including cleaner shrimps and squat anemone shrimps), and juvenile fish.
Resident Fish: The wreck is home to numerous resident fish species, including lionfish, scorpionfish, moray eels, pufferfish, and triggerfish, all seeking shelter and sustenance within its structure.
Surrounding Reef: Beyond the wreck itself, the surrounding reef continues to offer beautiful coral formations and a healthy population of reef fish, perfect for extending your dive.
Dive Experience:
Diving the Japanese Wreck typically involves a relaxed pace, allowing ample time to explore its details and search for hidden gems. The currents are generally mild, making it a comfortable and enjoyable dive for all. Its relatively shallow depth also means longer bottom times, giving you more opportunity to marvel at the marine life.

The Japanese Wreck in Amed is a testament to the magic of artificial reefs. It’s a must-visit for macro enthusiasts, underwater photographers, and anyone looking for a peaceful and incredibly rewarding dive experience away from the crowds. Prepare to be amazed by the intricate beauty found within this charming historical relic.

– Deep Blue

Golden Rock, Amed:

A Vibrant Pinnacle of Discovery
Nestled along the beautiful coastline of Amed, Bali, the Golden Rock dive site offers a truly unique and diverse underwater experience. Easily accessible by a short boat ride from Lipah or Amed, this site is a favorite for its stunning coral formations, abundant fish life, and the ever-present chance of exciting encounters.

The Pinnacle’s Charm:
Golden Rock gets its name from a large, prominent rock formation that breaks the surface at low tide, often appearing golden in the sunlight. Underwater, this rock plunges down, forming a vibrant pinnacle adorned with a breathtaking array of corals. The topography ranges from shallow coral gardens near the surface to deeper sandy slopes and small bommies (isolated coral heads), offering varied environments for exploration. Depths typically range from 5 meters down to over 30 meters, making it suitable for all levels of certified divers.

A Kaleidoscope of Corals:
What truly sets Golden Rock apart is its exceptionally healthy and diverse coral ecosystem. The pinnacle is teeming with:

Hard Corals: Massive brain corals, intricate table corals, and branching staghorn corals create a robust framework, providing shelter for countless creatures.
Soft Corals: A riot of colors unfolds with various species of soft corals, including vibrant dendronephthya corals, elegant sea fans (gorgonians), and delicate whip corals, swaying gently with the current.
Anemones: Numerous anemones host resident clownfish families, always a delightful sight.
A Haven for Marine Life:
The rich coral structure attracts an astonishing variety of marine life, making every dive at Golden Rock a dynamic discovery:

Reef Fish Abundance: Schools of fusiliers, bannerfish, butterflyfish, angelfish, triggerfish, and parrotfish are constant residents, adding a vibrant energy to the reef.
Macro Wonders: For those with an eye for detail, Golden Rock is a macro paradise. Look closely among the corals for colorful nudibranchs, various species of shrimp (including cleaner shrimp and transparent squat anemone shrimp), ornate ghost pipefish, and fascinating flatworms.
Larger Encounters: While not guaranteed, the open water surrounding the pinnacle offers the chance to spot larger pelagic species. Divers frequently encounter reef sharks (blacktip and whitetip), impressive turtles (green and hawksbill) gracefully gliding by, and sometimes even barracudas or jacks patrolling the deeper waters.
Unique Critters: Keep an eye out for unique sightings like robust ghost pipefish, or even the occasional frogfish camouflaged on a sponge.
The Diving Experience:
Diving at Golden Rock typically involves exploring the pinnacle and its surrounding coral gardens. Currents are generally mild to moderate, allowing for a comfortable drift dive around the structure. The excellent visibility (often exceeding 20-30 meters) provides clear views of the vibrant reef and its inhabitants, making it an ideal site for underwater photography and videography.

Golden Rock in Amed is a testament to the incredible biodiversity of Bali’s underwater world. It offers a memorable and rewarding dive for every level of diver, promising vibrant corals and a captivating array of marine life in a picturesque setting.

Secret Pascal 1 : Deep wall 25 – 49m
Secret Pascal 2 : Deep wall 31 – 65m
Secret Pascal 3 : Secret dive site from 0 to 45m

– kusambi ( niveau expert )
– Gili Selang ( niveau expert ++ )

And so many other secrets to come and discover!!!

– Nusa Penida & Nusa Lembongan

We offer our explorers dive packages for those who want 10 dives and more.