Nusa Penida Diving: Sekolah Dasar (SD)

SD, short for Sekolah Dasar (“primary school” in Indonesian), is a popular dive site on the north coast
of Nusa Penida. It is located roughly 50 meters (164 feet) from the shoreline, opposite a school.

This is one of the more approachable sites in the area and can work well for divers building experience, especially when conditions are calm.
There are sandy areas where instructors can review basic skills, and the reef slope drops progressively to deeper water.

Once in the water, divers often explore shallow coral gardens before following the slope. Many profiles stay around
12 meters (39 feet), though the site itself descends much deeper.

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Nusa Penida Diving: Manta Point

Manta Point is one of the most famous dive sites in Bali. Located in the southeast of Nusa Penida, it is reached by boat
in around 40 minutes from the port of Toyapakeh, depending on sea conditions.

Manta rays: pure grace underwater

This is the place where manta rays come to visit cleaning stations. Two coral formations are especially well known for attracting them.
Watching mantas circle slowly overhead is one of the most beautiful underwater experiences in Bali.

• Currents can be strong, and divers often consume more air than expected while watching mantas.
• Always check your pressure gauge and monitor the remaining air in your tank.
• Ascents require particular care because the site is very popular and there are often many boats above.

Sampalan

Named after the port of Sampalan, this site has moderate current, rich coral patches, large barrel sponges, and plenty of reef life.
It is a rewarding site for photographers and macro lovers too.

• Level: Beginner to expert
• Max depth: 30 m (98 ft)
• Visibility: Good to average
• Temperature: 19–29°C (66.2–84.2°F), average 25°C (77°F)
• Current: None to strong

Karang Sari

A little more sheltered than some other drift sites, Karang Sari has a broad plateau and a gentler slope that can work well for less experienced divers,
while still offering blue-water surprises for advanced divers.

• Level: Beginner to expert
• Max depth: 35 m (114 ft)
• Visibility: Very good to average
• Temperature: 18–29°C (64.4–84.2°F), average 24°C (75.2°F)
• Current: Low to high

Batu Abah

Batu Abah is one of the most coveted dive sites in Nusa Penida. It is difficult not only because of sea conditions,
but also because the site lies in a highly protected area of the marine reserve.

Strong and shifting currents, undertow, and exposed conditions make this a site for highly experienced divers only.
The reward can be exceptional: large pelagics, sharks, giant trevally, tuna, oceanic mantas, and Mola Mola.

• Level: Expert / research / conservation
• Max depth: 35 m (114 ft)
• Visibility: Good to average
• Temperature: 18–29°C (64.4–84.2°F), average 24°C (75.2°F)
• Current: None to strong, with undertow

Malibu

Malibu is one of the wildest sites on the east coast of Nusa Penida. It is famous for sudden changes in current and conditions,
and should be reserved for seasoned divers with strong buoyancy control and situational awareness.

The drop-off is spectacular, coral colonies are beautiful, and the blue water can deliver almost anything:
Mola Mola, eagle rays, blacktip sharks, and more.

• Level: Good to expert
• Max depth: 35 m (114 ft)
• Visibility: Very good to average
• Temperature: 18–29°C (64.4–84.2°F), average 24°C (75.2°F)
• Current: Weak to very strong