The 15 Scuba Diving Trips in Bali Worth the Boat Ride

1.Bali: Padangbai Blue Lagoon Beginner’s Dive Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 202 reviews · 8 hours · from $112Our pick

Spend about eight hours learning scuba in Padangbai’s shallow water before two guided underwater sessions at Blue Lagoon. A small group, patient English-speaking instructors, equipment, lunch, marine fees, and hotel transfers are included. You may see rays, turtles, octopus, moray eels, and colorful reef fish. The experience can count toward PADI Open Water training.

“There were two of us and we had no diving experience at all. Everyone was very friendly and helpful with us. We had an excellent guide who explained everything to us in detail and was able to take away any fears or panic we had. The introduction in the water was super quick and we were able to start diving straight away and discover so much. We saw clownfishes(&babies :,D), rays, starfishes, coral reefs and many other fishes. Our highlight of the day was seeing a sea turtle. In summary, I can recommend it wholeheartedly, my mum and I couldn't have imagined a better guide!”

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2.Scuba Diving in Nusa Penida – Manta Point

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 198 reviews · from $175Top rated

Join Neptune Scuba Diving for a certified-only day from Kuta, Sanur, or Seminyak to Nusa Penida. You’ll travel by speedboat, complete two or three underwater sessions, and may see manta rays, mola mola, turtles, coral, and reef fish. Guides such as Gede, Jaya, Agus, Rei, and Noé are praised for careful briefings and personal attention.

“Great equipment and the package include equipment. I regret bringing my own equipments after seeing the equipment that was provided in the service. Experience divemaster, although not able to go to the manta point due to high tide still enjoy the drift dives along nusa peninda”

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4.Day Trip certified divers – 3 Dives in Tulamben (pick-up & drop-off included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · from $149

You’ll leave South Bali around 7am for Tulamben, about two hours away, then make three scuba descents: the USS Liberty wreck plus two sites such as Coral Gardens or Tulamben Drop Off. Instructors including Komang, Yoko, and Rifki have helped guests with patient briefings, marine-life spotting, and underwater photos.

“The master diver explained everything and would point out all the sea-life so we didn’t miss anything!”

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5.Nusa Penida Day Trip for 3 dives

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 127 reviews · from $190

Leave South Bali early for three boat-based scuba sessions around Nusa Penida. You may see manta rays, turtles, reef sharks, mola-mola, nudibranchs, and more. Bali Scuba provides tanks, weights, lunch, transfers, and two Nitrox 32% tanks for certified Nitrox users. Expect currents, cooler water, and a maximum four-to-one guide ratio.

“I have been with BaliScuba since I started my discovery diving last Oct 2024 and taken my Padi open water Diving course in April 2025. It was a fantastic experience with my instructor Mr Farish and his teammates Mr Sila and the rest ! Each diving and snorkeling makes a different experience in different locations .”

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6.Bali Diving Day Trip-Manta Point/Tulamben Shipwreck-Fun Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · from $95

Leave south Bali early for Tulamben and two guided shore entries at the USAT Liberty, a World War II wreck covered in coral and fish. Your package includes gear, tanks, lunch, water, transport, and a small guide ratio. Allow about nine hours, plus an 18-hour wait before flying or hiking.

“Absolutely awesome experience for non-divers, everything is explained and it is very easy for a beginner to experience a great dive on a stunning ship wreck site. We felt safe and are happy we did this on our vacation here in Bali.”

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7.Bali: 3-Days PADI Open Water Diving Course

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 98 reviews · 3 days · from $409

Learn scuba skills in a small group of up to four, then complete four ocean training sessions at Padang Bai and Tulamben. English-speaking instructors such as Ari, Eka, Ketut, and Tunas guide you through pool work, equipment use, safety skills, and the USAT Liberty wreck. Transfers, meals, equipment, fees, and PADI certification are included.

“Best thing ive ever done and Eka made it even more enjoyable. He was a brilliant instructor and made you feel safe. Hope to come back and do my advanced open water.”

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8.2 Days & 1 Night – 2 Dives in Lembongan/Penida (for certified divers)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $222

Trade a short stay in south Bali for one night on Nusa Lembongan and two guided scuba sessions at Manta Point and Crystal Bay. Certified instructors such as Ratno, Dadi, Kiff, and Silvere lead small private groups, with hotel pickup, speedboat tickets, equipment, lunch, and lodging included.

“The diving experience was really good. Although I had swollen knee due to accident but our Guide Caca & their team really did helped me out. It was amazing experience & worth it. Well experienced team. Kudos to Dive Concepts team.”

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9.Bali: Tulamben Bay Beginner’s Dive Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 9 hours · from $119

Spend nine hours learning scuba with a small group of up to two people at Tulamben Bay. Practice in shallow water, then take two guided underwater sessions near the USAT Liberty wreck. Guides such as Yoda, Toto, Erwin, Dewa, and Nyoman help first-timers stay calm and safe. Lunch, equipment, marine fees, and transfers are included.

“It was very good!! The diving experience was great and the guide also. The conditions were perfect also ! Very good for a peaceful day diving experience and great for beginners!! Thanks again we will recommend you.”

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10.Padi Discover Scuba Diving In Amed Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $185

Spend about six hours learning scuba with No Fear Diving in Amed, Bali. You get two open-water sessions, personal instruction, equipment, towels, drinks, and lunch. Oliver, Wayan, and the team tailor the pace for beginners, including people nervous about breathing underwater. The experience is not a certification, but it can lead into a PADI Open Water course.

“We would like to thank Jonas soo much for teaching us and supporting us to successfully complete our Padi Open Water Diving Licence as a couple! This was my very first diving experience, Jonas was a wonderful, kind and patient teacher! I was soo nervous and sometimes Read more”

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11.Bali: Tulamben Bay and the USAT Liberty Wreck Dive

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · 9 hours · from $109

Travel from your Bali hotel to Tulamben for two guided scuba sessions around the USAT Liberty, a World War II cargo ship now covered in coral. With equipment, lunch, marine park fees, and transport included, this small-group outing suits certified participants aged 10 and up. Expect a long road journey, rocky beach entry, warm water, and excellent marine life.

“Im from Australia , so was very impressed with there grasp of the Aussie language. They even got my dad jokes. I didn’t have my Padi dive ticket with me , but no problem as they could look it up. Nothing was too difficult for them or me. I hadn’t dived for years , so we ran through the underwater hand signals as a refresher. Dive spot was excellent & amazing. I was very impressed indeed, Good visibility & so much to see , including a wide variety of fish & corals. The best dive I’ve ever had. Staff friendly and helpful. Nothing was a problem , not pushy at…”

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12.Discover Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $120

Begin with tea or coffee, learn scuba basics, practice in a pool, then make one guided ocean descent at Coral Garden or the USAT Liberty wreck near Tulamben. Bali Dive Trek supplies gear, towels, water, fruit, and photos. The group is limited to four, with pickup offered, though the listed meeting point is in Amed.

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13.Try Diving in Manta Point – Nusa Penida

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $220

Start with hotel pickup, coffee, theory, equipment setup, and private pool training at Neptune Scuba Diving in Sanur. Then head to Nusa Penida for two or three guided ocean sessions at Manta Point, Crystal Bay, and a north drift site. No certification is required, and each beginner has a private PADI instructor.

“The company and the team made it very comfortable the whole time. I couldnt have asked for more ticking this off my bucket list. They even handed out sea sick pills which I was thankful for. The spots we went to were great the manta rays were awesome i even found nemo. I would definitely recommend this to others”

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14.Scuba Diving Nusa Penida Manta Point 3 dives for certified divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $233

Join Zero Gravity Diving from Kuta for a full day around Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan. A PADI-qualified guide leads no more than four certified participants, with manta rays likely at Manta Point and mola-mola possible at Crystal Bay in season. Hotel transfers, speedboat transport, lunch, fruit, water, and towels are included.

“Had a brilliant time today. Small group but packed with enjoyment! No nonsense approach, has a 'safely first' image. Modern van and own boat used. Pickup and drop off included. So much better than the other diving company I used last week! Happy to recommend no doubt!”

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15.PADI Open Water Course

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $530

You’ll complete PADI knowledge work, pool skills, and four open-water sessions at Padang Bai and Tulamben over three days. Neptune Scuba Diving provides hotel transfers, meals, refreshments, and a professional instructor. Past course instructors include Gede Ariawan, Muli, Sia, and Julian, though assignments can vary.

“We visited Bali from New York. My wife and I did the Open Water Course with Julian and the Neptune Scuba team in July 2023 and it was a fantastic experience! Our dive master Gede Ariawan was kind, personal, passionate, and knew exactly Read more”

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