Northeast Volcanic Coast
Dive the famous WWII USAT Liberty Wreck, vibrant soft corals at Coral Garden, steep volcanic walls at The Drop-Off, and the 2012 Boga Shipwreck with certified dive guides.
Tulamben is a tranquil seaside village on Bali's northeast coast (~2 hours drive from Sanur) that is popular among scuba divers. Home to the USAT Liberty Shipwreck—a 120-meter WWII US Army cargo vessel torpedoed in 1942—Tulamben is widely celebrated as an accessible shore-entry shipwreck dive.
Resting in calm waters just 30 meters off the volcanic pebble beach, the USAT Liberty Wreck spans depths from 5m down to 30m, making it a great dive spot for snorkelers, Discover Scuba beginners, and certified divers alike. The dark volcanic black sand substrate provides a striking contrast that makes colorful soft corals, anemonefish, and macro critters stand out for photography.
While day trips from South Bali are popular, staying overnight in Tulamben lets you experience the breathtaking sunrise dive when giant schools of Bumphead Parrotfish emerge from the wreck, or the quiet night dive when bioluminescence brings the wreck to life.
Tulamben and nearby Kubu feature over 8 specialized macro sites. Search the volcanic seabed for ghost pipefish, harlequin shrimp, Shaun the Sheep nudibranchs, and frogfish alongside schooling trevallies and Great Barracudas.
From WWII shipwrecks to artificial statue gardens, volcanic drop-offs, and macro sites, discover Tulamben's top spots.
Iconic Shore Wreck Dive (5m – 30m)
A 120m WWII cargo ship torpedoed by a Japanese submarine. Draped in colorful soft corals, gorgonian fans, schooling bumphead parrotfish, sweetlips, and Great Barracudas.
Artificial Sculptures & Anemones (2m – 15m)
A shallow coral slope featuring underwater statues, thriving anemonefish colonies, ribbon eels, cuttlefish, and rare harlequin shrimp. Ideal for easy 2nd dives & snorkeling.
Volcanic Wall Plunging 70m+
Created by Mount Agung's lava flow, this steep vertical drop-off features massive gorgonian sea fans, sponges, moray eels, pygmy seahorses, and schooling jacks.
Dutch Cargo Vessel & VW Car (18m – 36m)
Located just 5 minutes north of Tulamben in Kubu. An intact 50-meter vessel with a vintage Volkswagen car parked inside its cargo hold for unique photo ops!
Deep Lava Slope & Pelagic Sightings
Deep offshore lava flow slopes featuring magnificent hard coral fields, crystal-clear water, white-tip reef sharks, and occasional pelagic visits.
8 Specialized Black Sand Macro Sites
Popular black sand muck diving spots packed with rare critters like Shaun the Sheep nudibranchs, ghost pipefish, harlequin shrimp, and frogfish.
Estimated Trip Duration: 07.30 AM – 18.00 PM (Full Day Ocean Experience)
Private AC transport pickup from your hotel in South Bali (Sanur, Kuta, Seminyak, Denpasar, or Ubud). Drive through picturesque East Bali countryside toward Tulamben.
Arrive at Tulamben dive base. Meet your certified Dive Guide, inspect your dive gear, and receive comprehensive wreck & site briefings.
Easy shore entry step into the calm sea. Enjoy your 1st guided dive exploring the iconic WWII USAT Liberty Wreck (5m–30m).
Relax on the beachfront terrace during your surface interval. Enjoy fresh tropical fruits, bottled water, and tea/coffee.
Shore entry for your 2nd dive at Coral Garden, The Drop-Off, or Boga Shipwreck to discover sea turtles, macro critters, or dramatic sea fan walls.
Rinse off with fresh water showers, enjoy a delicious warm Indonesian lunch overlooking the ocean, and relax on your private AC transfer back.
Explore the historical WWII USAT Liberty Shipwreck, coral garden drop-offs, and macro critters.
Contact Exotis Bali Diving team to reserve your spot. Special group discounts, overnight stay arrangements, and custom multi-day dive packages are available upon request.
