DIVING

General Information

Temperature :
The water temperatures vary from 24 to 26 DegreeC (75 - 79 DegreeF). During the peak day seasen (July and August) temperatures can drop to 21 DegreeC (70 DegreeF) and have even been as low as 16 DegreeC (69 DegreeF) at the sites of Nusa Dua, Nusa Penida, Padang Bai and Tepekong.
Wikisite: Nusa Penida, Nusa Dua, Padang Bai


Under water Hazards :
In Indonesia the currents are known to be some of the most unpredictable and swiftest in the world. You should check with an experienced guide or diver who is familiar with the waters around Bali. There is an abundance of sea life so potentially dangerous fish are very unlikely to attack divers if not harassed. It is not recommended to spear-fish or use dive lights in the vicinity of the following. Stingray, Barracuda, Seasnake, Scorpionfish, Tigershark and especially Stonefish which are estremely venomous.

Equipment :
Mostly all your diving needs can be rented from major hotels and all dive operations. Protective wear - at least a 1 mm Lycra - is advised against stinging hydroids. During the months of July and august at the above mentioned sites or if you plan more than 2 divers a day or night diving at 3 mm suit is recommended gloves are essential especially during drift to protect againts the rough coral. Some sites require diving boots.