Scuba diving in Nusa Penida is one of the best places in the world. The island is home to some of the most beautiful and diverse marine life. There are over 30 dive sites around the island, with something to suit all levels of experience.
The water temperature is usually around 27 degrees Celsius, with visibility in the clear water often exceeding 30 meters. Scuba diving in Nusa Penida is a great way to see a variety of different fish species, as well as turtles, rays, and even sharks like the white tip reef sharks or bamboo sharks.
Scuba Diving Nusa Penida
There are a few things to keep in mind when planning a trip to Nusa Penida for scuba diving. It is important to book your trip in advance. This is because the island is quite remote and there are only a limited number of dive operators.
Also, remember to take out travel insurance before you go. This will cover you in case of any accidents or emergencies while you are on the island.
With these few tips in mind, you should be all set for an amazing scuba diving experience in Nusa Penida!
1. Dive Center Nusa Penida Two Dives Trip
Price: $95 per person
Duration: 5 Hours
Departs From: Ped, Nusa Penida
Rating: 5/5 (130+ reviews) Best Tour
About the Tour: Add an extra dimension to your trip by swimming with (most likely) manta rays, as well as everything from tuna to turtles and eagle rays—and maybe even mola-molas. Certified divers may visit the Ped diving center on their own and participate in two guided small-group boat dives, perhaps one at Manta Point for the mantas and another in East Penida for colorful reefs. The equipment provided in your package is sufficient.
2. Nusa Penida Day Trip for 3 dives
Price: $165 per person
Duration: 8 Hours
Departs From: Free Pickup/Dropoff in Bali
Rating: 5/5 (120+ reviews)
About the Tour: On this 3-dive itinerary to Penida Island, you’ll see beautiful coral reefs and larger pelagics—like manta rays and marble rays—in the summer season. Transfers, lunch, bottled water, tanks and weights (including two free tanks of 32% Nitrox for certified Nitrox divers), and gear hire are all included in the price. Divers must be licensed and have at least 25 dives within the last six months; less experienced divers will require a private guide.
3. Scuba Diving Resort in Nusa Penida – Manta Point
Price: $175 per person
Duration: 6 Hours
Departs From: Free Pickup/Dropoff in Bali
Rating: 5/5 (100+ reviews)
About the Tour: It might be difficult to plan a diving excursion on your own. Take this scuba diving tour of Nusa Penida and go with a guide on a boat to some of the area’s best dive sites, including ocean sunfish, manta rays, snapper, sponges, fusiliers, nudibranchs, moray eels and many more. You’ll also get morning tea, snacks, and lunch as part of this round-trip transportation, towels, and equipment package.
4. Scuba Diving Trip (2 dives) to Nusa Penida from Lembongan
Price: $99 per person
Duration: 5 Hours
Departs From: Free Pickup/Dropoff in Bali
Rating: 5/5 (50+ reviews)
About the Tour: The waters of Nusa Penida are visited by both manta rays and (in season) oceanic sunfish, the world’s biggest bony fish. On this two-dive excursion, which includes scuba gear, transfers, lunch, tea, coffee, and water, certified divers can see them in a group no larger than four led by a PADI divemaster or instructor. Please note that if the weather is right for a dive at Manta Point, a small surcharge is involved.
5. Try Diving in Manta Point – Nusa Penida
Price: $220 per person
Duration: 6 Hours
Departs From: Free Pickup/Dropoff in Bali
Rating: 5/5 (35+ reviews)
About the Tour: For novices, unskilled divers, and Nusa Penida/manta point is the highlight of Bali scuba diving for two reasons: beautiful manta rays and a plethora of aquatic life. Neptune Scuba Diving provides one-on-one training to uncertified individuals in order to improve safety, convenience, and service.
6. Nusa Penida Dive Resorts – Three Dives Trip
Price: $133 per person
Duration: 7 Hours
Departs From: Ped, Nusa Penida
Rating: 5/5 (30+ reviews)
About the Tour: In order to give you the best possible experience, we keep our groups small (4 divers per guide, often less), only allow those of matching levels to join a group, have experienced dive guides and crew, use top-of-the line professionally maintained or new gear, and have our own powerful boat. With more than 10 years experience in diving Nusa Penida and Bali under our belt and safety being our first priority you can be sure that you’re in good hands with us.
7. Nusa Penida Discover Scuba Diving Program
Price: $81 per person
Duration: 3 Hours
Departs From: Ped, Nusa Penida
Rating: 5/5 (20+ reviews)
About the Tour: Why should you choose Discover Scuba Diving for your diving experience in Nusa Penida and Bali? Only up to two people per guide in the ocean; Own training facilities with, perhaps, the best diving pool on the island; PADI instructors that are certified, experienced divers and boat crew; Only professionally maintained or new equipment; Own powerful boat; Chilled vibes throughout; More than 10 years of expertise in NUSA Penida and Bali. We aim to provide the greatest experiences with safety being our first concern.
8. Scuba Diving with Manta Rays at Nusa Penida and Lembongan
Price: $169 per person
Duration: 8 Hours
Departs From: Free Pickup/Dropoff in Bali
Rating: 5/5 (20+ reviews)
About the Tour: If you’re looking to dive into some of the richest underwater life, Nusa Lembongan and Penida Island (Nusa Penida) are excellent places to start. You’ll have great chances of spotting manta rays and, depending on the season, might even see the famous mola mola (oceanic sunfish) or octopus.
This 2-dive package for certified divers gets you there by speedboat, with lunch, fruit, and water included in the price. A typical day begins at Manta Point with a second dive at Crystal Bay or Nusa Lembongan. Please note that equipment rental is not included in this price—additional charges will apply if you need to rent gear.
9. Bali Scuba Diving at Nusa Penida Manta Point For Certified Diver
Price: $168 per person
Duration: 8 Hours
Departs From: Free Pickup/Dropoff in Bali
Rating: 5/5 (15+ reviews)
About the Tour: Come to Manta Point for an up-close look at manta rays in Bali. From a safe distance, watch the mantas swim and feed while certified divers take photos of them. You might also see other marine animals and reef fish like mola-mola during your dives. Your certified dive master will share information on local ecology and history with you too. This tour includes round-trip hotel transfers and lunch, but is only for certified divers.
10. Scuba Diving In Nusa Penida
Price: $250 per person
Duration: 7 Hours
Departs From: Free Pickup/Dropoff in Bali
Rating: 5/5 (5+ reviews)
About the Tour: We are a private, full-service facility dedicated to providing you with the highest level of safety and enjoyment possible during your scuba diving or snorkeling in Bali.
Best Time to Dive in Nusa Penida
April to October is the dry season in Bali, but May to November offers the best diving. April through May are the best months to see Manta Rays, while August through October is ideal for spotting a Mola Mola (oceanic sunfish).
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