Diving Nusa penida: Frequently Asked Questions

For certified divers, our daily fun dive trips are the ideal choice. Because Nusa Penida’s conditions are dynamic, our expert guides select the best sites each morning. This ensures maximum safety and the best chances to see marine life. You will experience our famous drift dives and have opportunities to encounter the majestic manta ray or the elusive mola-mola. You can find the daily diving price on our Prices page.

We offer a complete pathway from recreational diver to instructor. First, you would complete your Open Water, Advanced, and Rescue Diver courses. After that, you can enroll in our comprehensive SSI Divemaster course. This is an immersive internship where you learn to guide and manage divers. Ultimately, this fully prepares you for the Instructor Training Course (ITC) to become an SSI Open Water Scuba Instructor.

Absolutely! Combining both is a fantastic way to experience the underwater world. Many guests book a diving package and add a Discover Freediving session on a rest day. This allows you to enjoy the vibrant reefs with scuba diving. You can also learn the unique discipline of exploring the ocean on a single breath.

In case you are considering the possibility of coming to Nusa Penida by speedboat in the morning to dive with us – it is possible if you take a 7:00 a.m. boat from Sanur or Kusamba to Nusa Penida.
Speedboats schedules, prices and bookings – www.penidago.com

Manta Rays are definitely one of the main attractions for divers and snorkelers in Nusa Penida. Diving with these majestic animals is an unforgettable experience making it to the bucket list of virtually every diver. Manta Rays are spotted on a regular basis at 2 main dive sites – Manta Bay and Manta Point. We’d say, that with a tiny bit of luck the chances to spot them far exceed average. However the side of the island they are coming to clean and feed is facing an open ocean, thus making diving there very weather dependant. Normally we can tell if we can make it there 3-5 days prior to the trip at the earliest.
Good news is that you can see Manta Rays the whole year round provided the ocean conditions are good and we can actually make it there.

Mola-mola or oceanic sunfish, along with manta rays has been attracting divers to Bali and specifically Nusa Penida for years. There are chances to see a mola-mola on basically any dive and any time of the year, though the best chances are between July-October. Thanks to the upwelling currents this deep-see pelagic dwellers are brought closer to the reefs around Penida where they get cleaned by various species of reef fish.
Most of the sightings take place at depths below 20 meters, so having your Advanced or Deep certification or equivalent is a necessary minimum if you seek to find those elusive creatures.

The primary advantage is total convenience and excellent value. Our diving package options handle all your key logistics. This includes your accommodation, daily dives with lunch, and all necessary transport on the island. Furthermore, these packages offer a better overall diving price compared to booking each component separately, letting you focus entirely on your holiday.

The best way is to visit the Promos and Specials page on our website. We regularly post seasonal discounts on courses and multi-day fun dive packages. Additionally, for the best ongoing value, consider our longer Dive & Stay packages. These have built-in discounts for extended stays.

We are building the accommodation for you at the moment. However, finding accommodation within literally walking distance (1 to 10 minutes strall) from Pure Dive Resort facilities is super easy. We usually recommend Ring Sameton Hotel  to our guests, but there is plenty of other options around. Use one of many available online booking systems to find the one that suits you best or ask us to assist you in booking one.
Another option would be to book your Dive & Stay or Learn & Stay package with us and let us take care of your accommodation, transfer etc.

The two coasts offer very different experiences. The North, as well as East, are famous for their healthy, sloping coral reefs and exhilarating drift dives. This area is perfect for seeing turtles and vast schools of fish. In contrast, the South coast has dramatic cliffs and is home to cleaning stations for the iconic manta ray. During the season (July-October), it’s also a top spot to find mola-mola. Our trips are planned daily to give you the best of both worlds.

Our daily trips focus on the world-class sites surrounding Nusa Penida. These offer the most biodiversity and excitement in the region. While diving Lembongan has lovely sites, they are quite close and often part of our daily itinerary. As for the dive sites in Bali – we do regular boat trips to South East Bali, specifically to Candidasa area to dive at Mimpang, Tepekong, Biaha and the Jetty. For diving Bali sites like the USAT Liberty Wreck in Tulamben or in Amed it’s best to stay in that area. The travel time makes day trips from Nusa Penida impractical.

Visa regulations can change, so getting information from the official source is essential. For the most accurate and up-to-date requirements, we strongly recommend visiting the official Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration website and the E-Visa official site. This will ensure you have the correct information before booking flights.

The journey is straightforward. First, take a taxi from the airport to Sanur Harbour (approx. 45-60 minutes). Then, take a fast boat to Nusa Penida (approx. 45 minutes). We recommend booking your boat ticket in advance through an online portal like https://penidago.com/ to secure your seat. Once you arrive at the harbour in Nusa Penida, a short taxi ride will bring you to our resort.

Nusa Penida is famous for its stunning landscapes. We highly recommend hiring a scooter (for experienced riders only) or a private driver for the day. You can visit iconic spots like Kelingking Beach (the ‘T-Rex’ cliff), the stunning Diamond Beach, and the natural infinity pool at Angel’s Billabong. These locations offer incredible photo opportunities.

Staying healthy is a priority for any traveler. The best practices are to drink only bottled or filtered water, avoid ice in drinks from street-side stalls, and eat at reputable restaurants where food is cooked fresh.

Nusa Penida is a beautiful island with lots of spots that are an absolute must to visit. Roads are quite narrow around Nusa Penida though , so getting around by yourself using scooter is fine if you know how to drive it and have the license. If you are confident driving a motorbike or a scooter it’s easy to rent one right next to any of two harbours (Toyapakeh or Sampan) the boats from Bali are arriving to. Make sure you get yourself a helmet if you rent a bike or a scooter – that’s an absolute must.
Another option is renting a car with the driver to take you around the island which will be more costly, but hey, when was the extra comfort cheap?

We see life as a journey with a possibility of some turbulence.
Indonesia is a stunning country with jaw-drapping nature both on the surface and underwater. However the whole 17,000++ (yes, you’ve read that one right) tropical islands archipelago sits on the so called Ring of Fire, which is a zone of seismic activity.
In order to minimise the impact of the rare but still possible surprises of Mother Nature, we strongly recommend you to have your travel and medical insurance sorted.

Good news! The beach is literally across the road from us.
All beaches in Bali are open to public, you are free to enjoy any beach.
Usage of the facilities on the beach (sun beds, umbrellas, etc.) might be paid though.
Be very careful swimming in the ocean, as there are no lifeguards.

ndonesia is the country where Islam is the major religion.
Bali province, which Nusa Penida is a part of, is populated mainly by Hindus.
Religious ceremonies are integral part of everyday life in Nusa Penida as well as Lembongan, Ceningan and Bali.
Simple respect and understanding towards local cultural traditions will make your travel to Bali easy and stress free.
Do not enter the temples without permission and with your knees and ankles exposed.
Ask permission before you make a picture or video of people.
Be polite and smile! From our experience that’s enough to make your stay in Bali absolutely gorge

There are no existing bans on alcohol in Bali province.
Beers, ciders, wine as well as liquors and cocktails are served at almost every venue on the island.
Import taxes and fees for locally made alcohol are quite high, though.
That’s the reason you should not expect super cheap drinks anywhere on the island.