Have you ever wondered what it’s like to enter a time machine underwater? Or to connect with fragments of the past lying beneath the waves while embarking on a thrilling marine adventure? Wreck diving Bali allows you to experience it all.
As one of the most popular types of scuba diving, wreck diving Bali offers a unique blend of thrilling adventure and a fascinating connection to history. Divers explore not only diverse marine life but also a direct link to historical events by getting up close to sunken ships, aircraft, or even tanks lying underwater.
To be well-known as biggest archipelagic state, Indonesia has strategic location which lying along the historical trade routes between the India Ocean and the Pacific. Thus Indonesia’s water have been the site of many shipwrecks from the era of ancient trading to the tremendous World War II sunken ships or even planes.
In Bali there are some notable wreck diving bali sites, here are some of recommendations :
USAT Liberty Wreck Tulamben
Located in Tulamben, Northeastern Bali, USAT Liberty Shipwreck is the most famous wreck dive in Bali even one of the most popular in the World. The USAT Liberty was US Army Cargo Ship was torpedoed by a japanese submarine while crossing the Lombok Straits in 1942.
The wreck is home for vary beautiful underwater creatures from sponges, coral, schools of trevally, reef fish, and barracuda.
The wreck is easily accesible, just a short swim from the shore. It lied in 5 to 30 meters depth and covered in corals. Its accesible position, making it suitable for divers of all levels.
- Difficulty: Beginner- Advanced
- Depth: 5-30 Meters
Boga Wreck (Kubu)
Boga wreck is another captivating wreck dive spot. You just need short drive from Tulamben, to Kubu Village in the north side.
The Boga wreck is originally an artificial wreck. It’s a cargo ship which was sunk in 2012 to create an artificial reef and new dive site for developing new tourist attraction.
The wreck depth is start from 16 to 30 meters. It was developed by local government and local dive operators to enhance underwater environment in the area. Divers will served with beautiful soft corals, sponges, and schools of small fishes. Divers can also explore various part of the ship such as captain’s cabin and the deck.
Though the wreck has a good visibility over the years, the best time to dive in this site and in Bali generally, is during the dry season from April to October.
- Difficulty: Advanced (Advanced Open Water)
- Depth: 16-30 Meters
Japanese Wreck, Amed
Another popular wreck diving site is Japanese Wreck, stated in Amed, a small fisher village in eastern Bali. The wreck is believed as Japanese Patrol Boat that sunk during the World War II. It’s actually a small but vibrant wreck that has wonderful underwater marine life.
This unidentified wreck lies in relative shallow water start in 6 to 12 meters depth. Makes it accessible for beginner and profesional divers.
It’s encrusted with colorful corals, schools of fish and seahorses make it more enjoyable for both thrilling adventure and fascinating historical dive as well
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Depth: 6-12 meters
Ready for an unforgettable underwater adventure? Dive into the wonders of Tulamben with Tulamben Scuba Dive & Snorkeling! Whether you’re exploring the iconic USAT Liberty wreck or marveling at vibrant coral reefs, your next dive awaits. Book your dive today and experience Bali’s underwater magic like never before! Book Now
