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Pemuteran

Sheltered waters, year-round calm conditions, and 7 dive sites including the world's largest Biorock coral restoration — all steps from your hotel.

Biorock coral restoration reef, Pemuteran Bay shore site, North West Bali

What Makes Pemuteran Bay Special

Sheltered from the strong currents that affect other parts of Bali, Pemuteran Bay is accessible to every level of diver — from first-time try-divers to seasoned deep-divers. Year-round visibility, calm conditions, and seven named local sites make it the perfect base for diving holidays in North West Bali.

Most of our local sites are five to ten minutes from shore by boat. Beyond the bay, you'll also find the world-renowned Menjangan Island walls about thirty minutes away.

Pemuteran Dive Sites

Seven sheltered sites — from the world’s largest Biorock restoration to deep coral plateaux 1km offshore.

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Type
Biorock coral restoration site, Pemuteran Bay shore
0–20m All Levels Reef Macro
— Pemuteran Bay (shore entry)

Biorock / Karang Lestari

A globally recognised coral restoration site in Pemuteran Bay, run by Yayasan Karang Lestari and established in the early 2000s. Karang Divers offers shore dives and snorkeling visits to the Biorock structures, where coral grows on electrified frames in shallow water.

Jetty dive site, Pemuteran Bay — sea turtle silhouette with surface light
5–15m All Levels Reef Macro
— Pemuteran Bay

Jetty

Shallow shore-accessible site off Pemuteran beach. Prime for night dives, beginner training, and macro photography — frogfish, octopus, nudibranchs.

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Bio-Wreck dive site, Pemuteran Bay, North West Bali
5–30m All Levels Reef Wreck
— Pemuteran Bay

Bio-Wreck

Two Bio-Wreck structures sunk in 2005 and connected to solar panels. Beside the largest single coral species in Bali (povaris sp.), believed to be over 1,000 years old. Features the Bio-turtle structure. Great for snorkeling too.

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Close Encounters dive site, Pemuteran Bay, North West Bali
5–28m All Levels Wall Macro
— Pemuteran Bay

Close Encounters

Named because something always turns up — eagle ray, whale shark, reef shark, school of tuna, jacks or fusiliers. Steep slope and drop-off, with splendid coral gardens at 3–5m. Also great for snorkeling.

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Napoleon Reef dive site, Pemuteran Bay, North West Bali
5–35m All Levels Reef Wall
— Pemuteran Bay

Napoleon Reef

About 1km offshore — a chain of reefs and underwater islands from an extinct volcano. 25+ reef sites ranging from 35m walls to shallow coral garden plateaux, with an enormous variety of marine life.

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Middle Reef dive site, Pemuteran Bay — diver exploring sponges and coral
10–25m All Levels Reef
— Pemuteran Bay

Middle Reef

Offshore coral garden between the shore and the deeper sites. Schools of jacks, sweetlips, batfish; rich soft coral cover; relaxed reef profile.

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Deep Reef dive site, Pemuteran Bay, North West Bali
12–38m Advanced Reef Macro
— Pemuteran Bay

Deep Reef

Discovered in 1996. Steep sides rise from 38m to a plateau at 12m — amazing table corals, giant leather corals, sponges, nudibranchs, and red “flaming scallops.” Eagle rays, fusiliers and jacks.

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FAQ

Common questions about diving Pemuteran Bay.

What's included in the dive price?

All prices include a full equipment set (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins), air tank, and a certified guide. Boat dives include the boat trip. The National Park entrance fee (IDR 200,000 weekdays / IDR 300,000 weekends & public holidays) is included in all our Menjangan dive packages. See our full price list.

What is Biorock and why is Pemuteran famous for it?

Biorock is the world's largest coral reef restoration project, located in Pemuteran Bay just steps from our dive centres. Submerged steel structures carry a low-voltage electric current that accelerates coral growth and helps damaged reef recover. Started in 2000 by the local community, the project now spans more than 70 structures and has become a global model for reef restoration. You can dive or snorkel directly from the beach to see them — lobster, garden eels, frogfish, and rare critters live among the structures, and night dives here are exceptional.

What wetsuit thickness do I need for Pemuteran and Menjangan?

Water temperature stays warm at 27–30°C (81–86°F) year-round. A 3 mm shorty wetsuit is comfortable for most divers and is included in our equipment package. Divers who feel the cold easily, or those doing multiple dives per day, may prefer a 3 mm full-length suit — just request one when you arrive. We carry a full range of sizes including children's wetsuits.

Can I see whale sharks, manta rays or mola mola in Pemuteran?

Yes — though these are seasonal and never guaranteed. Whale sharks are most often spotted around Menjangan Island and Pemuteran Bay between October and November, occasionally year-round. Manta rays and devil rays pass through during the rainy season (December–March). Mola mola sightings are rare but happen at deeper Menjangan dive sites such as Pos 2. Reef sharks (white-tip and black-tip) and eagle rays are seen far more reliably — almost weekly during peak season.

Are there any wrecks to dive in Pemuteran?

Yes — the Anker Wreck, a mysterious wooden shipwreck at 35–50m, is one of the deepest dives in the area. The Biorock structures in front of our centres also make a unique dive. Tulamben (USS Liberty) is reachable as a day trip.

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