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Manta Point
Year-Round Manta Cleaning Station
Located beneath limestone cliffs on South Penida. Watch Reef Manta Rays (4–5m wingspans) circle gracefully above cleaning rocks in shallow water.
Nusa Islands
Nusa Penida & Lembongan
Scuba Diving Bali
Immerse in Bali's iconic Nusa islands marine realm. Swim alongside gentle Reef Manta Rays at Manta Point, encounter giant Oceanic Sunfish (Mola Mola) at Crystal Bay, and glide over coral drift slopes guided by experienced dive guides.
Pelagic Marine Life & Coral Reefs
Discover Ocean Giants in Nusa Penida & Lembongan
Separated from mainland Bali by the deep waters of the Badung Strait, the trio of islands—Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, and Nusa Ceningan—represents Bali's island diving destination. Nusa Penida, the largest island, contains an array of dive sites renowned for healthy coral topographies, drift currents, and mega-fauna encounters.
Rich ocean currents and nutrient-packed thermoclines rising from the deep trench (ranging from 17–20°C / 62–68°F) clear away particles, nourish the reef, and maintain water visibility reaching up to 15–30 meters. This unique marine sanctuary is popular for swimming with resident Reef Manta Rays year-round and encountering the giant Oceanic Sunfish (Mola Mola) during the season between July and October.
Year-Round Manta Ray Encounters at Manta Point
Nestled beneath the limestone cliffs of Nusa Penida's southern coast, Manta Point features a submerged cleaning station. Watch Reef Manta Rays (with wingspans up to 4–5 meters) hover peacefully in shallow waters while cleaner wrasses groom them.
Crystal Bay & The Season of Oceanic Sunfish (Mola Mola)
During the cool water season (July to October), cold upwellings carry the prehistoric-looking Mola Mola up to shallower cleaning stations at Crystal Bay, Toya Pakeh, and Gamat Bay, creating memorable diving encounters.
Top Dive Sites in Nusa Penida & Lembongan
From giant Manta cleaning stations to clear sunfish bays and coral drift reefs, discover the best of the Nusa islands.
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Crystal Bay
Mola Mola Hotspot & Coral Garden
Famous site for Oceanic Sunfish (Mola Mola) in cool thermoclines (July–Oct). Features clear water, healthy shallow coral gardens, and a dramatic bay islet.
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Toya Pakeh
Deep Wall & Rich Biodiversity
One of Penida's richest dive sites. A steep coral slope with giant bommies, schooling trevally, sweetlips, hawksbill turtles, and occasional Mola Mola in clear water.
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Penida Northern Drift (SD & PED)
Fast Coral Drift
A continuous healthy coral reef stretching across Northern Penida. Enjoy drift diving over fields of hard corals, giant sponges, turtles, and reef fish.
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Mangrove (Nusa Lembongan)
Shallow Coral Slope & Gentle Drift
A picturesque sloping reef off Lembongan's mangrove forest. Overflowing with colorful reef fish, sea turtles, marble rays, and healthy staghorn corals in gentle currents.
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Blue Corner & Gamat Bay
Advanced Drift & Wall Treasures
Blue Corner is an intense drift dive for experienced divers seeking marble rays and sharks, while Gamat Bay offers a secluded coral wall filled with macro treasures.
Program of the Day
Estimated Trip Duration: 07.30 AM – 17.00 PM (Full Day Ocean Experience)
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07.00 AM – Pick Up
Hotel Pick-Up
Transportation hotel to dive site / Sanur harbor transfer.
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08.00 AM – Speed Boat Cruise
Diving Speed Boat Cruise
Board our diving speed boat for an exciting ocean cruise to Nusa Penida.
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09.30 AM – Dive 1
Dive 1: Manta Point
Submerge at Manta Point for your first guided ocean dive to swim alongside majestic giant reef Manta Rays.
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10.30 AM – Break Time
Surface Interval & Break Time
Relax on board during surface interval with mineral water & soft drinks.
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11.30 AM – Dive 2
Dive 2: Crystal Bay
Second guided dive at Crystal Bay exploring crystal clear waters and rich marine life.
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12.30 PM – Lunch On Board
Picnic Lunch Box Onboard
Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch box onboard surrounded by scenic ocean views.
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13.30 PM – Dive 3
Dive 3: Northern Penida
Third guided ocean dive exploring the vibrant drift reefs of Northern Penida.
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14.30 PM – Return Transfer
Transfer Back to Sanur & Hotel
Speed boat transfer back to Sanur and return transportation to hotel.
What is Included in Your Nusa Penida Trip?
Package Includes:
- 3x Guided Ocean Dives
- Diving Speed Boat
- Transportation Hotel - Dive Site - Hotel
- Picnic Lunch Box Onboard
- Drinks (Mineral water & soft drinks)
- Dive Equipment
- All Local Fees, Porter and Tickets
- Nusa Penida Marine Park Fee
What to Bring:
- Logbook & Diver Certification Card (Advanced Open Water recommended)
- Swimwear, rashguard & change of dry clothes
- Windproof jacket or hoodie for speedboat ride
- Reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses & hat
- Personal underwater camera / GoPro (optional)
Nusa Penida & Lembongan Gallery
Explore Manta Rays, Mola Mola encounters, dramatic ocean drop-offs, and vibrant coral reefs.
Book Your Nusa Penida Scuba Diving Trip Today!
Contact Exotis Bali Diving team to reserve your spot. Special group discounts and custom multi-day dive packages are available upon request.