NUSA PENIDA DIVE SITES

have the best chance to see a Mola Mola. The dive site is around a small island placed in the middle of the bay. The dive begins and ends inside the bay with around 5-8m depth. Protected from currents it is perfect for beginners and snorkeling. As you move forward along the coral reef into the west part of the small island, there is a deep drop off that can have strong down currents and is where the cleaning stations for the Mola Mola can be found from June till October. This dive site can be extremely overcrowded during the high season and there are many other dive sites around Nusa Penida where you can find the Mola Mola in a more enjoyable way

also high and Manta Rays can be spotted all year round but they are of a smaller size than the ones in Manta Point. The bottom is mainly sand in the feeding area where you can observe the Manta. However, if you get away from their playground you will be able to explore a small reef where can be spotted Wobegon sharks and spinner dolphins.

is covered by white sand with several coral patches and bommies full of marine life and crystal clear waters, making it a perfect dive site for macro life, photographers and snorkelers. The bay normally provides shelter from the strong currents in the channel but as you move towards the outside of the bay, you will find a colourful descending slope at 15m. The Thermo climes can be extreme, making the water temperature drop to less than 20º C within just a few meters of depth, however, if you are lucky, you might bump into a Mola Mola (Oceanic Sunfish) between June – October, or any other big pelagic. You don’t want to adventure yourself too much on the slope as the currents in the channel are unpredictable and can suddenly become very strong, turning in to a whirlpool.

the conditions here can vary from being calm to being extreme. Consequently, this dive site is only recommended for experienced divers. All in all, its mainly knows for its school of white tips reef sharks a very good place to see sharks and the very rare wobbegong shark. During the months of August till October, you can also expect to see there the world famous Mola Mola in the deepest area of the dive site.