Is Amed good for beginners?

Very. Amed has gentle entries, mild currents, and shallow coral gardens, so it is one of the most forgiving places in Bali for Open Water divers and anyone returning after a break.

What will I see at Amed?

Healthy coral gardens, the artificial Pyramids reef, and a shallow Japanese wreck. Amed is a macro paradise — expect nudibranchs, frogfish, ghost pipefish, garden eels, and turtles, with visibility often above 20 metres.

Can snorkelers enjoy Amed too?

Yes. The Japanese wreck and Jemeluk reef sit close to the surface, so snorkelers and freedivers see plenty without going deep. It is a great spot for mixed groups.

Is Amed a boat or shore dive?

Mostly shore dives — you walk in from the beach. We can add a short boat hop to reach the Pyramids or quieter reefs, and local porters help carry the tanks.

Amed, East Bali

Diving in Amed: Calm Coral Gardens and Macro Heaven

Amed is the gentle side of Bali diving — sheltered bays, healthy coral gardens, and an easy shallow wreck, all with mild currents and visibility that often tops 20 metres. It is ideal for newer divers, macro lovers, and snorkelers, and pairs perfectly with a Tulamben wreck day.

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Dive sites in Amed

Site	Depth	Level	Highlight
Jemeluk Bay	5–25m	Open Water	Coral garden and wall, beginner-friendly
The Pyramids	5–30m	Open Water+	Artificial reef teeming with fish
Japanese Wreck	3–12m	Open Water / Snorkel	Tiny shallow wreck covered in coral

Best time to dive Amed

Apr–Oct (dry)

Visibility 20–30m

Calmest seas and the clearest water

Nov–Mar (wet)

Visibility 12–20m

Still gentle; great for macro hunting

Year-round

Macro all season

Nudibranchs and frogfish any time of year

Why dive Amed?

Amed is calm, shallow, and easy — a string of sheltered bays with healthy coral and gentle currents. It is the place for newer divers to build confidence, for macro photographers to slow down, and for snorkelers to join the day. Visibility regularly tops 20 metres.

What will you find underwater?

Coral gardens, the fish-packed artificial Pyramids reef, and a shallow Japanese wreck close to shore. Amed is a macro paradise: nudibranchs, frogfish, ghost pipefish, and garden eels, with turtles cruising the reef and good light all the way down.

Can you combine Amed with Tulamben?

Easily — they are neighbours. Pair Amed’s gentle reefs with the USAT Liberty wreck at Tulamben for a relaxed two-area day, or build a multi-day package across east Bali. It is the unhurried way to see the best of the coast.

Local tips

Most sites are easy shore entries straight off the beach.
Bring a macro camera — Amed is full of tiny critters.
Combine with Tulamben for a two-area east-Bali day.
Great for nervous or returning divers easing back in.

Experiences in Amed

Certified divers only

Full day · max 6

Amed Dive Day Trip

Two relaxed dives on the calm coral gardens of Amed, from Rp 1.500.000 for certified divers. Easy shore and boat entries at Jemeluk Bay, the Pyramids, and a Japanese wreck, with great visibility and macro life. A gentle day of diving, max 6 per guide.

Rp 1.500.000 · $98 Details →

All levels welcome

Half day · max 8

Freediving & Snorkeling Trip

A half-day on the calm reefs of Amed for snorkelers and first-time freedivers, from Rp 700.000. Glide over coral gardens and a shallow wreck with a guide, learn simple breath-hold technique, and stay as relaxed as you like. All levels, max 8 people.

Rp 700.000 · $46 Details →

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