Amed, a charming fishing village situated in the northeast of Bali, is renowned for its serene waters and exceptional wall dives. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced diver, there is a wide range of dive sites in Amed that cater to all skill levels. From fascinating underwater statues to stunning coral reefs, Amed boasts some of the most picturesque diving locations in Bali, including the famous Amed Wall, the Japanese Wreck, and Gili Selang. You can opt for a shore dive with beach entry or explore the sites by taking a traditional wooden boat known as ‘Jukung.’ Here are some of the popular dive sites that you can explore.
What can you explore in Amed?
Jemeluk Bay, located in the heart of Amed village, is an ideal spot for beginner divers and snorkelers. It is the primary training site for most divers. The dive starts in a stunning coral garden, with depths ranging from 3m to 8m. Here, you can observe turtles, parrotfish, and a diverse array of smaller creatures. A moderate current will lead you to the drop-off in about 10 minutes, which descends to a depth of 35m. The drop-off is adorned with an array of soft and hard corals. White and black-tip reef sharks may make an appearance to patrol their feeding grounds. From a depth of 18m onwards, the sandy field is highly populated with blue-spotted stingrays.
The Pyramids are man-made reef structures situated at depths of 10 meters or more, serving as habitats for a diverse range of marine species. It’s the perfect location to witness pygmy seahorses who hide in gorgonian fans or frogfish perched on hard surfaces. Hawksbill turtles are also a common sighting here, and the presence of a wall makes it an excellent spot for night dives.
As you drift along a gentle slope that descends from 5m to 40m, you will encounter an enchanting eel garden and beautiful coral formations in the Bunutan Bay area. As you venture deeper to approximately 28 meters, an intriguing wall awaits you, adorned with an array of stunning hard and soft corals.
Just a few meters from the beach lies a small wooden shipwreck that stretches approximately 10 meters long and rests at a depth of 3 meters. This dive site is surrounded by beautiful coral gardens and adorned with vibrant Christmas tree worms, soft corals, gorgonians, and black corals. Divers can observe a diverse range of big and small reef fish species that have found a home within the wreck, making this site particularly unique.
