Bali Diving

Diving is available onsite, from all the resorts featured in Bali.

Siddhartha Resort & Spa is situated in the north-east of Bali and has an easy access house reef, and near Tulamben's Liberty Wreck.

Alam Batu is close by to Siddhartha. With its own superb house reef, access to local sites by boat and car, along with a well-equipped camera room, it's an ideal dive resort for any diver.

Alam Anda Resort & Spa is also situated in north-east Bali, with an extensive house reef and access to local sites by boat and car.

Naya Gawana Resort & Spa is in north-west Bali, close to the Menjangan marine park, for everything from macro to reef sharks. 

Karang Divers facilitate diving at the Teluk Karang Resort, in the north-east of Bali. They pride themselves on a stunning house reef and providing an intimate experience. 

Siddhartha Dive Centre

This SSI dive centre offers a high level of service and is ideally located on the seafront with direct access to its house reef with a dedicated entry point to overcome the volcanic terrain. Boat and shore dives depart to a good range of local sites in the morning and the afternoon, including Tulamben’s Liberty Wreck and Seraya Reef. Additional trips to further flung dive sites by boat and land are available to book on the spot, according to numbers and local conditions, including Padangbai and Nusa Penida.  

Options available at Alam Anda include six and ten dive packages. A 10-dive package typically costs £260, excluding marine park fees. 

A range of equipment and 15L tanks are available for hire locally, nitrox is available at supplement cost. A variety of SSI diving courses is available for those looking to learn to dive. Please enquire for details.

Alam Batu Dive Centre

The on site dive centre at Alum Batu is ideally located to allow you to explore the 800m-long house reef. Plus, in under 20 minutes, many more dive sites are waiting to be explored. Watch for dolphins and whales as you transfer to sites looking for everything from sharks to harlequin shrimps. The sites in Tulamben are accessible in 15 minutes by boat, which means you can dive the wreck of The Liberty and other notable sites in the area. The centre offers night diving and fluro night diving. The special lights and mask filters allow you to see those creatures that glow at night. This is a superbly different experience. 

The dive centre can offer up to four different boat dives daily, allowing you to explore this region's rich diversity, as well as unlimited access to the house reef. Dive packages are available for 1–10+ house reef dives, or 5–10 days unlimited, unguided house reef diving with a local supplement cost for boat dives. A pack of 10 house reef dives is typically £270, excluding marine park fees. 

The dive centre is fully equipped with everything you need and enough room for your kit. If you’re participating in a PADI course, you’ll appreciate a dedicated classroom. Photographers have access to the well-designed camera room, nitrox is complementary for qualified divers and equipment hire is available at supplement cost. 

Alam Anda Dive Centre

The dive base is an SSI instructed centre offering a high level of service. The centre is located directly on the beach, giving direct access to their wonderful house reef. Boats depart in the morning and the afternoon to a great range of dive sites including Coral Strais, Angel's Canyon and Tembok. Additional trips to further flung dive sites by boat and land may be available to book on the spot, according to numbers and local conditions, including Tulamben’s Liberty Wreck, Amed, and Kubu. 

Dive package options available at Alam Anda include 6, 8, 10 and 20 dive packages, all of which include two guided boat/shore dives per day. There's also the option to book five days unlimited, unguided house reef diving package. For a 10-dive package the cost is typically £310, excluding marine park fees.  

A range of equipment and 15L tanks are available for hire locally, and nitrox is complementary for certified divers. A variety of SSI diving courses is available for those looking to learn to dive. Please enquire for details. 

Extra Divers Naya Gawana Resort & Spa

Extras Divers run the dive centre at Naya Gawana Resort & Spa in north-western Bali. Daily boat diving is offered to around 30 local dive sites, including Menjangan Island and Secret Bay. Diving is usually conducted from local boats, with dive sites just five to 50 minutes from the resort. Two tank morning dives are offered, along with two tank afternoon dives on demand. Early morning and night dives can also be arranged locally, in addition to diving from the resort jetty.  

Options available at Extra Divers Naya Gawana Divers include 6 or 10 guided boat dives, with 2 dives per day, with supplement cost for certain dive sites. A 10-dive package typically cost £280, excluding marine park fees.  

A range of equipment and 15L tanks are available for hire locally, nitrox is available at supplement cost. A variety of SSI diving courses is available for those looking to learn to dive. Please enquire for details. 

Karang Divers

Sitting on the sea front of the Teluk Karang Resort & Spa, Karang Divers is a small dive base run by a German and Balinese team. This SSI dive centre has built a reputation as an exceptionally small, friendly and professional dive service provider. Its pretty house reef offers the ultimate in flexible diving, now a marine protected area it's a haven for corals, reef fish, and macro life. Local dive sites are accessed by Zodiac, a rare vessel in these waters. A range of superb sites reached further away by boat and car, including Menjangan Islands, Kubu, and the Liberty wreck. 

Options available at Karang Divers include 1-7 house reef dive packages, with supplement cost for boat and car dives. Five house reef dives typically cost £130, excluding marine park fees. 

A range of equipment and 15L tanks are available for hire locally, and nitrox is complementary for certified divers. A variety of SSI diving courses is available for those looking to learn to dive. Please enquire for details.

There is a lot for visitors to enjoy in Bali, whether it is trekking in the island's interior, visiting historic temples or witnessing one of the many festivals that are a feature of Balinese life.

Climate

Bali has a tropical climate, with day-time temperatures averaging 30°C (mid-80s°F) throughout the year. The wet season falls between October and March, and humidity can be high during this period.

The dry season, between April to October is the best time to visit, peak season is June to September. The dry season is generally sunnier and less humid. However, downpours can occur at any time.

Water Temperature

Average water temperature is 22–28 °C. 5mm suit recommended.

Time

Bali is +8 hours ahead of GMT.

Currency

Indonesian Rupiah (IDR).

The best hard currencies to carry are Euro and US Dollars. It is recommended to change a small amount of IDR before you travel and then change more locally, where you will likely receive a better exchange rate.

Visa and Mastercard are also accepted in all the resorts; some also accept American Express. Card transactions are billed in Rupiah.

You can draw cash in Rupiah from the ATMs at the local banks. Local banking hours may vary; most close early afternoon.

Guests should note that traveller's cheques may not be accepted at resorts.

Tipping

Although entirely voluntary, tipping is a recognised part of life in this region of the world. Some local staff may look to guests for personal recognition of particular services offered.

Flight Information

Flights are with Singapore Airlines, via Singapore, into Bali's Denpasar International Airport. Singapore offer a Manchester departure (touchdown Munich) - supplement may apply.

Alternative flights with Emirates, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways or Thai Airways are also available.

Stopovers can easily be added on to your package in most cases.

Flight duration:

London - Singapore 12 hours and 40 minutes
Singapore - Denpasar 2 hours and 30 minutes

Visas

Entry requirements vary from country to country, and it’s important to check the latest visa information well before you travel. Some destinations may allow visa-free entry for a limited period, while others require an eVisa or a visa obtained in advance. To ensure you have the correct documentation for your trip, we recommend checking the official advice from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or contacting the relevant country’s embassy or consulate. Other nationalities should check with their own consulate/embassy.

Passports

Before you travel, make sure your passport is valid for the full duration of your trip and meets the entry requirements of your destination. Many countries require at least six months’ validity beyond your planned return date, while others may have different rules. For the most reliable and up-to-date information, visit the UK Government’s passport guidance or the official travel advice pages for your destination. Other nationalities should check with their own consulate/embassy.

If you’re planning to travel to or via an EU country (with certain exceptions) your UK passport must meet two key requirements, it must be less than 10 years old on the day you enter the country and it must be valid for at least three months after your planned departure date.

Vaccinations & Health Advice

Health and vaccination requirements differ depending on where you're travelling. Some destinations may require proof of specific vaccinations or recommend certain precautions to protect your wellbeing.

We’re not qualified to provide you with specific advice on vaccinations and strongly recommend that you contact your healthcare professional before you travel to discuss the inoculations you may need to consider.

For trusted guidance on health and vaccination advice, refer to the NHS Travel Vaccination Advice, Masta Travel Health or Travel Health Pro websites.