Indonesia · SE Asia

Nusa Penida

Manta Point · Crystal Bay Mola Mola · cold thermoclines

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Dive trips to Nusa Penida

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Courses you can take in Nusa Penida

19 canonical courses bookable through iDive partner schools · all SSI+PADI certified · zero agency fee.

Discover Scuba course in Nusa Penida
Discover Scuba

Discover Scuba in Nusa Penida

1 · PADI-certified

Open Water Diver course in Nusa Penida
Open Water Diver

Open Water Diver in Nusa Penida

3 · PADI-certified

Advanced Open Water course in Nusa Penida
Advanced Open Water

Advanced Open Water in Nusa Penida

2 · PADI-certified

Enriched Air (Nitrox) course in Nusa Penida
Enriched Air (Nitrox)

Enriched Air (Nitrox) in Nusa Penida

1 · PADI-certified

Deep Diver course in Nusa Penida
Deep Diver

Deep Diver in Nusa Penida

2 · PADI-certified

Wreck Diver course in Nusa Penida
Wreck Diver

Wreck Diver in Nusa Penida

2 · PADI-certified

Underwater Navigation course in Nusa Penida
Underwater Navigation

Underwater Navigation in Nusa Penida

On request · PADI-certified

Night Diver course in Nusa Penida
Night Diver

Night Diver in Nusa Penida

1 · PADI-certified

Peak Performance Buoyancy course in Nusa Penida
Peak Performance Buoyancy

Peak Performance Buoyancy in Nusa Penida

On request · PADI-certified

Specialty Courses course in Nusa Penida
Specialty Courses

Specialty Courses in Nusa Penida

Varies · PADI-certified

Snorkelling course in Nusa Penida
Snorkelling

Snorkelling in Nusa Penida

1 · SSI-certified

Fun Dives course in Nusa Penida
Fun Dives

Fun Dives in Nusa Penida

1 · PADI / SSI-certified

Rescue Diver course in Nusa Penida
Rescue Diver

Rescue Diver in Nusa Penida

3 · PADI-certified

Divemaster course in Nusa Penida
Divemaster

Divemaster in Nusa Penida

4-6 · PADI-certified

Instructor / IDC course in Nusa Penida
Instructor / IDC

Instructor / IDC in Nusa Penida

10 · PADI / SSI-certified

Adventure Diver course in Nusa Penida
Adventure Diver

Adventure Diver in Nusa Penida

On request · PADI-certified

Adaptive Support Diver course in Nusa Penida
Adaptive Support Diver

Adaptive Support Diver in Nusa Penida

On request · PADI-certified

Conservation & AWARE course in Nusa Penida
Conservation & AWARE

Conservation & AWARE in Nusa Penida

On request · PADI / SSI-certified

Diver Propulsion Vehicle course in Nusa Penida
Diver Propulsion Vehicle

Diver Propulsion Vehicle in Nusa Penida

On request · PADI-certified

When to dive in Nusa Penida

Peak months mean clearest visibility, best marine sightings and stable weather. Shoulder is still good. Off-season often has rough conditions or monsoon.

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Peak Shoulder Off-season
Best months: Apr–Nov. Book at least 6-8 weeks ahead — peak season fills early.

What you'll see in Nusa Penida

Marine life you can spot diving here. Click any creature to find trips that target sightings of it.

About diving in Nusa Penida

Nusa Penida sits across the Lombok Strait from Bali — manta cleaning stations year-round and Mola Mola in season.

What pulls divers to Nusa Penida: Manta Point · Crystal Bay Mola Mola · cold thermoclines.

Diving conditions are typically strong currents, with water temperatures around 24-28°C.

It's a particularly strong fit for manta seekers, photographers, advanced divers.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to dive in Nusa Penida?
Peak season is Apr–Nov — clearest visibility, calmest seas, best marine sightings. Shoulder months (Mar, Dec) are still good with thinner crowds. Avoid Jan–Feb unless you are chasing specific seasonal species.
Do Indians need a visa for Indonesia?
Visa on arrival. Always confirm latest requirements with the embassy before booking flights.
How long is the flight from India and what does it cost?
Flights from major Indian cities are typically 7-9 hours, with one-way fares around ₹20K-32K. We can help you find the cheapest dates around your dive trip.
What can I see underwater in Nusa Penida?
Year-round you will see Reef Manta Ray, Mola Mola (Ocean Sunfish), Hawksbill Turtle, Green Turtle, Whitetip Reef Shark. Seasonal highlights: Mola Mola (Ocean Sunfish) (Jul–Oct); Scalloped Hammerhead (Jun–Nov); Thresher Shark (Jul–Oct).

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