The 11 Try Dives in Indonesia Worth the Boat Ride

1.2 Days Discover Scuba Diving in Nusa Lembongan – Scuba Initiation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 506 reviews · from $151Our pick

Spend two days learning scuba with Dive Concepts Bali in Nusa Lembongan. You will begin with a briefing and pool practice, then make two supervised ocean descents, usually at Manta Point and Crystal Bay. Instructors such as Hugo, Sara, Valentine, and Romane are known for calm beginner support. Gear is supplied, while photos, videos, accommodation, and the Manta Point fee cost extra.

“Great diving centre, and an amazing experience with Valentine and the team. World class dive spots saw load of sea life like manta rays, dolphins and more. Would highly recommend!”

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2.Discover Scuba Diving in Tulamben – Diving Initiation in Bali best diving sites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 353 reviews · from $89

Spend about seven hours learning scuba skills in Tulamben with a private instructor, then explore Coral Garden and the USAT Liberty shipwreck. Budi is one instructor named in guest feedback, and the gradual format suits first-timers. Equipment, wetsuit, transfers around Amed and Tulamben, showers, lockers, and Wi-Fi are included.

“Was really great experience! Our instructor did an amazing job in explaining and supporting us first time divers. Seeing the shipwreck was great and was a highlight of the trip.”

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3.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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4.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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5.Manta Dive Gili Trawangan: Discover Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 5 hours · from $96

At Manta Dive Gili Trawangan, you learn basic scuba skills in a pool before heading by boat to the Gili Islands for an ocean session down to 12 meters. English instruction is always available, with other languages sometimes offered. Guides such as Eli and Daniel focus on calm, careful support. The five-hour program suits confident swimmers aged 10 and up.

“It was just perfect. From the beginning till the end I felt comfortable, safe and well guided. Our instructor was so friendly and calm that all my anxiety from before just went away as soon as we were in the ocean. And seeing the ocean for the first time from a divers perspective is just magical and unforgettable. But just to be safe before I left the place I booked another discover diving for the next day :)”

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6.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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7.Gili Trawangan : Discovery Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 38 reviews · 5 hours · from $96

At Manta Dive Gili Trawangan, you learn basic scuba skills in a pool before taking a boat to a beginner-friendly Gili site. An English-speaking instructor guides no more than four people, with a maximum depth of 12 meters. Turtles, reef sharks, clownfish, and colorful fish may appear, but comfort comes first.

“Our guide Robi was awesome. He was clear in the explanation, friendly and calming when needed..the experience was 10/10”

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8.Discover Scuba Diving in Pemuteran – Diving Initiation in Bali (Menjangan Park)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $110

Start at Dive Concepts Pemuteran with a short briefing, shallow-water practice, and full scuba gear. With an instructor beside you, explore Menjangan National Park at depths up to 12 meters, rest for lunch on Menjangan Island, then return underwater for a second session. The minimum age is 10.

“The experience is great, giving it’s my first dive. Given a brief explanation however the diver is next to me all the time to ensure I am safe while still able to enjoy the dive. A mask is misplaced/lost however upon understanding the situation they didn’t charge us. We are grateful for their understanding. Overall it’s a good experience”

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9.Discover Scuba Diving Tulamben Bali For Non-Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $206

You’ll travel from Kuta or nearby areas to Tulamben for pool training and two guided ocean sessions at the USAT Liberty wreck. Blue Season Bali supplies transport, equipment, lunch, towels, insurance, and a PADI guide. The day runs about 11 hours, with pickup from 6:30 to 7:15 am.

“The staff at Blue Season is extremely professional, attentive and caring. We did the PADI certification class with them. The class was super fun and they also made us feel safe. Highly recommended.”

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10.Gili Meno: Discover Scuba Diving for the first time

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours · from $86Best value

Meet Divine Divers on Gili Meno at 8:00 for a beginner-friendly scuba session. You’ll learn equipment use and safety, practice in a pool, then spend about 90 minutes underwater among fish, turtles, and coral. Groups are limited to four, with instruction available in English, French, German, Indonesian, or Spanish.

“Divine Divers was definitely the most beautiful experience I’ve had in Gili Meno. I originally booked only a discovery dive and wasn’t planning to go any further… but the professionalism and kindness of the entire team changed everything. A special shout-out to Lois, the best instructor you could ever hope for. Her passion for diving is contagious, her energy is through the roof, and she instantly makes you feel safe and excited to explore the underwater world. Because of her (and the whole team), I didn’t hesitate for a second to continue with my Open Water Diver certification. I just wanted more dives, more learning, and more fun with them.…”

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11.Bali: Try Scuba Diving day trip to Nusa Penida pool+2 dives

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 8 hours · from $221

You’ll start with pool training at Bali Diving Academy, then travel from Sanur to Nusa Penida for two guided ocean descents. The small group, English-speaking PADI instructor, included transfers, gear, lunch, and snacks make this a practical first scuba experience. Manta Point is possible when sea conditions allow, but the captain chooses the final sites.

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