11-Day Bali Diving Safari – All-Inclusive Dive Trip with Culture & Top Dive Sites

Experience 20 dives, iconic sites, and rich Balinese heritage, all in one full-board diving holiday.

Why Choose Our 11-Day Bali Diving Safari?

Explore Bali’s most iconic dive zones with an itinerary designed for discovery, comfort, and cultural immersion. The 11-day safari offers a perfectly balanced holiday for divers who want more than just underwater thrills, including temples, volcano views, and scenic transfers across Bali’s East Coast.

Highlights of the 11-Day Safari:

  • 20 guided dives across Bali’s top sites
  • Explore USAT Liberty Wreck, Amed, Padang Bai, and Nusa Penida
  • Full-board diving holiday with quality hotels
  • No long transfer days, optimized for diving and relaxing
  • Cultural visits and optional snorkeling for non-divers
  • Small dive groups with a max of 4 divers per guide for safety and comfort
  • Personalized guidance based on experience and dive preferences
  • Airport pickup and drop-off included, start your holiday stress-free
  • All logistics handled: transport, equipment, porters, entrance fees, and more

This isn’t just a dive trip. It’s a seamless full-board scuba holiday blending Bali’s best dive sites with handpicked cultural highlights along the East Coast.

Wrecks, Coral Gardens & Drift Dives
Discover East Bali’s Signature Dive Sites on an 11-Day Safari
20 Dives with Culture, Comfort and Adventure

11-Day Bali Dive Safari: Itinerary Overview

This all-inclusive 11-day dive safari takes you through Bali’s eastern and central coasts with a perfect balance of underwater exploration and cultural discovery. While slightly shorter than our 13-day version, it still features hand-picked land visits during transfers, avoiding long drives while immersing you in the island’s spirit. From sacred temples to volcanic views and traditional Balinese life.

Arrival at Denpasar International Airport. You’ll be greeted by our team and transferred to your hotel in South Bali. In the evening, meet your dive guide and fellow travelers for a welcome dinner and safari briefing.

Non-Diver Program: Same as diver

After breakfast, we head east to Padang Bai, a charming coastal village known for its white-sand beaches and calm blue waters. You will enjoy two relaxed boat dives, Blue lagoon and another one depend on condition. Macro creatures and vibrant coral gardens await. These sites offer a perfect balance of marine life and underwater scenery.

After the dives, we continue our journey to Tulamben, taking in beautiful views of Bali’s coastline and landscapes. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and enjoy a peaceful evening. Dinner will be at a nearby local warung.

Same program for non-divers. You can accompany the divers on the traditional “Jukung” boat and learn to snorkel

We begin the day with two morning dives using a traditional jukung boat to access Tulamben’s beautiful reef sites.

  • Dive 1: Batu Kelebit
    A deeper slope featuring colorful corals, barrel sponges, and the chance to see reef sharks or bumphead parrotfish.
  • Dive 2: Alamanda
    Known for its vibrant reef life. Keep an eye out for moray eels, ribbon eels, nudibranchs, and garden eels swaying in the sand.
  • Lunch is served at the hotel, followed by a relaxing afternoon with nap or pool time.
  • Dive 3: Coral Garden (Night Dive)
    At night, Coral Garden becomes a haven for nocturnal creatures including lionfish, crabs, nudibranchs…

Dinner will be enjoyed in your hotel.

Non-divers: a superb visit to the temple of Ponjok Batu, then the Yeh Mampeh waterfall with its beautiful scenery. Lunch in Warung Seni. You can visit the traditional Tejakula salt farm on the way back.

Today is packed with three unforgettable dives exploring Tulamben’s wrecks and surrounding reef.

  • Dive 1: USAT Liberty Wreck
    Start the morning with a dive on Bali’s most famous wreck, teeming with fish life and coral growth.
  • Dive 2: Kubu Wreck & Coral Garden
    A short ride north brings us to this second wreck, deeper than the Liberty, resting near a colorful coral garden rich in macro life.

Lunch will be at hotel and enjoying a relaxing afternoon, take time to rest, swim, or have a walk in Tulamben area.

  • Dive 3: USAT Liberty Wreck (Night Dive)
    We return to the Liberty wreck after sunset to witness its transformation. Spot flashlight fish, hunting lionfish, and sleeping parrotfish tucked in coral pockets.

Dinner will be at a local restaurant in Tulamben.

Non-Diver Program:
While divers explore Bali’s underwater wrecks, you’ll head inland for a cultural and scenic day in the heart of Bali. Your local guide will take you to Besakih Temple, known as Bali’s Mother Temple, majestically perched on the slopes of Mount Agung. Continue to Kintamani for lunch with panoramic views of the Batur volcano and lake. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful drive back through lush rice fields and traditional villages before returning to the hotel for a relaxing evening.

Tulamben is one of Bali’s richest areas for macro and muck diving, and today is focused on small, rare, and fascinating marine life.

  • Dive 1: Seraya Secret
    A top macro site known for its volcanic sand slope and rare critters like harlequin shrimp, frogfish, and nudibranchs.
  • Dive 2: Sidem
    We explore another macro-rich site, offering different terrain and the chance to see ghost pipefish, mimic octopus, and other unusual finds.

Lunch is served back at the hotel with time to relax by the pool.

  • Dive 3: Tulamben Drop-Off
    In the afternoon, we dive along this beautiful wall-like reef that offers excellent coral formations and a variety of marine life, a great way to end the day.

Dinner will be enjoyed at a local warung in Tulamben.

Non-Diver Program:
Today, you’ll explore the serene Sidemen Valley, one of Bali’s most picturesque rice terrace regions. Begin with a short, guided hike through the emerald-green fields, taking in the tranquil scenery. Enjoy a traditional mountain lunch with a panoramic view over the valley. In the early afternoon, dive into Balinese culture by learning to craft canang sari, the daily offerings made by locals. Your guide will explain the symbolic meanings behind each element. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon for a well-deserved rest.

We spend the day diving around Amed, a laid-back fishing village with access to diverse and colorful underwater sites. All dives are done from a jukung, the traditional Balinese outrigger boat.

  • Dive 1: Bunutan Drift
    A scenic drift dive with vibrant coral slopes and frequent sightings of turtles, jackfish, and reef sharks.
  • Dive 2: Amed Wall
    A beautiful drop-off teeming with soft corals, sponges, and reef life. A great site for spotting macro and wide-angle subjects.

Lunch at a local beachfront warung with views over Amed Bay.

  • Dive 3: The Pyramids
    A well-known artificial reef made of submerged structures that attract a wide range of marine life — perfect for relaxed exploration.

Dinner will be enjoyed on the beach in Amed, with a perfect view of the sun setting behind Mount Agung.

After dinner, return to your hotel in Tulamben.

Non-Diver Program:
Your day begins with a scenic drive to Pura Lempuyang Luhur, one of Bali’s most revered temples, often referred to as the “Gateway to Heaven.” For those feeling adventurous, a short 10-minute uphill walk offers breathtaking views from the upper terrace. Afterward, continue to the Taman Ujung water palace near the sea, a peaceful site blending royal history and beautiful architecture. Enjoy lunch in a local seaside restaurant before returning to Amed via the stunning coastal road. End the day with a sunset dinner on the beach alongside the group.

Today we take a break from diving and enjoy one of the most scenic and culturally rich travel days of the safari, moving from Tulamben to Nusa Penida. Along the way, we’ll explore some of Bali’s most iconic inland attractions.

Morning: Tirta Gangga Water Palace
Stroll through this beautifully landscaped royal water garden, filled with koi ponds, stone sculptures, and tiered fountains.

Rice Field Trek & Flora Discovery
Enjoy a short guided walk through Bali’s rice terraces while learning about the island’s Subak irrigation system and local plant life.

Lunch: Local Warung by the Sea in Candi Dasa
A relaxing break with a traditional meal and coastal views before continuing your journey.

Afternoon: Visit Tenganan Village
Explore one of Bali’s oldest villages, home to the Bali Aga people. This cultural stop reveals centuries-old weaving techniques and ancestral traditions.

Late Afternoon: Speedboat Transfer to Nusa Penida
We board a fast boat across the Lombok Strait and arrive on Bali’s neighboring island, Nusa Penida. Check in at your hotel near the dive center.

Evening: Dinner Nearby
Unwind with dinner near the hotel and get ready for the next day’s underwater encounters.

Same itinerary for non-divers.

Today’s diving takes us along Bali’s southeast coast and into the dramatic waters between Candidasa and Nusa Penida. Expect varied terrain, rich coral, and the potential for both macro critters and large pelagics.

Dive 1: Gili Tepekong
Located off the coast of Candidasa, this site is famous for its underwater canyon, rugged topography, and encounters with reef sharks and schooling fish.

Dive 2: Gili Mimpang
Just minutes from Tepekong, this site features rocky ridges and strong currents. It’s known for vibrant coral, large sea fans, and the occasional mola mola in season.

Lunch: Back at the Dive Center in Nusa Penida
We return to base for a relaxing lunch and to prepare for the third dive.

Dive 3: Nusa Penida North Shore Drift
We finish the day with a drift dive along the north coast reef of Nusa Penida. Expect excellent visibility, thriving coral gardens, and a colorful mix of reef life.

Evening: Relax & Dinner
Return to your hotel in Nusa Penida. Dinner will be served in a nearby restaurant.

Non-Diver Program:
Today is a full day of discovery on Nusa Penida. Begin with a visit to Goa Giri Putri, a sacred temple hidden inside a vast limestone cave, a unique spiritual and cultural experience. Continue to the island’s east coast to explore two of its most iconic sites: Atuh Beach and Diamond Beach, offering dramatic coastal views and striking cliffs. After lunch at a local spot, take in the panoramic views from the Raja Lima (Five Kings) jungle viewpoint. On the return journey, pass through the picturesque Teletubbies Hills, a fun and surreal landscape perfect for photos.

This is one of the most anticipated days of the safari, featuring some of Bali’s most legendary dive sites. Big marine life, dramatic underwater scenery, and exhilarating drift dives await.

Dive 1: Manta Point
Start the morning with a chance to meet Nusa Penida’s famous resident manta rays. This cleaning station is set against a dramatic limestone backdrop, and sightings are frequent year-round.

Dive 2: Crystal Bay
Known for its crystal-clear visibility, this site offers a mix of reef, sandy slope, and drop-off. In season, it’s one of the best places to spot the elusive mola mola.

Lunch: Back at the Dive Center in Nusa Penida
Take a break and recharge before the final dive of the day.

Dive 3: North Coast Drift
Glide along vibrant coral walls and reef terraces with the current. Schools of fusiliers, turtles, and a wide variety of tropical fish accompany your drift over lush underwater landscapes.

Evening: Final Dinner in Nusa Penida
Enjoy a relaxing last evening on the island with a group dinner at a local restaurant near your hotel.

Non-Diver Program:
Today offers an unforgettable mix of sea and scenery. Join the divers by boat for a snorkeling session at Manta Point, a rare opportunity to swim alongside graceful manta rays in their natural habitat. After returning to shore and a relaxing lunch, head out on a guided tour of western Nusa Penida. Highlights include the dramatic archway at Broken Beach, the emerald tide pools of Angel’s Billabong, and the breathtaking cliffside vista at Kelingking Beach, one of Bali’s most iconic viewpoints. A perfect balance of marine and land-based exploration.

As the diving portion concludes, today is devoted to exploring Bali’s spiritual heartland and cultural traditions. From jungle temples to historic sites and artisan markets, this is a rewarding and peaceful final chapter.

Morning: Gunung Kawi Temple
Descend into a lush river valley to explore this ancient temple complex carved into stone cliffs. The site is peaceful, spiritual, and steeped in history.

Tirta Empul Sacred Springs
Just a short distance away, visit Bali’s most famous water purification temple. Watch locals perform cleansing rituals and learn the meaning of this powerful site.

Lunch: Babi Guling in the Ubud Region
Enjoy Bali’s most iconic dish — slow-roasted suckling pig — in a traditional warung south of Ubud, popular with locals.

Afternoon: Sukawati Traditional Market
Browse Bali’s largest craft and souvenir market. From incense and sarongs to handmade wood carvings and paintings, this is your chance to bring home unique gifts and local artistry.

Evening: Final Group Dinner in Sanur
Return to the south coast and enjoy a final dinner together, reminiscing about your favorite dives, encounters, and moments from the safari.

Same itinerary for non-divers.

After an enriching journey filled with diving adventures, cultural discoveries, and scenic beauty, it’s time to close this chapter of your Bali experience.

Morning at Leisure
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Sanur. Whether it’s a walk along the beach, a final dip in the pool, or browsing for a few last souvenirs, this quiet time is yours to enjoy.

Airport Transfer
Our team will arrange your transfer to Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport based on your flight time, ensuring a smooth and timely departure.

Need a Late Check-Out or Extra Night?
If your flight leaves later in the day, we’re happy to assist with arranging a late check-out, additional activities, or an extra hotel night. Just let us know your preference when booking.

Same itinerary for non-divers.

Certification & Dive Experience Requirements

This 11-day Bali dive safari includes a wide variety of dive environments, from calm coral gardens to deeper walls and sites exposed to current. Our itinerary is designed to suit a range of diver profiles, from freshly certified divers to more experienced Advanced divers.

Here’s how we ensure safety and enjoyment for all levels:

  • Most dive sites are accessible to certified Open Water divers with recent experience.
  • A few sites (like Gili Tepekong, Mimpang, and certain Nusa Penida locations) may have strong currents or require drift diving experience. These are generally scheduled later in the safari, giving you time to warm up and get comfortable.
  • We adapt group sizes and dive profiles depending on the group’s overall experience level.
  • Our dive guides are highly experienced and know how to adjust dive plans to match diver comfort and skill.
  • If needed, additional dive guides or assistants are assigned to smaller groups or photographers for maximum safety and personal attention.

Whether you’re an adventurous beginner or an experienced diver looking to explore Bali’s diverse underwater terrain, this safari ensures the right balance of challenge, excitement, and comfort.

From Coral Reefs to Rice Fields
A Dive Trip That Immerses You in Bali’s Land & Sea Wonders

11-Day Bali Dive Safari – Price, Inclusions & Booking Info

Price: 28,500,000 IDR per diver

Minimum 2 divers

Based on twin/double room sharing

Not a diver? No problem!

  • Non-diver Safari: 24,300,000 IDR 

Group & Dive Center Bookings

  • Planning a group/family trip or traveling with a dive club? We offer custom options and private departures for groups. Contact us to discuss your ideal safari setup.

What’s Included in the 11-Day Bali Dive Safari

Our 11-day safari is a comprehensive, stress-free experience. From the moment you land in Bali to your final airport transfer, we handle everything so you can focus on diving, relaxing, and discovering the island.

✅ Airport pick-up & drop-off
✅ Comfortable accommodation near each dive location (10 nights, twin or double room, AC, pool)
✅ 20 dives with certified, experienced local dive guides
✅ Full board: breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
✅ All land and sea transfers in air-conditioned vehicles or boats
✅ Land tours, entrance tickets, and cultural visits during transfers
✅ Program for non-divers with dedicated tour guide
✅ National park fees, dive site access fees, and porters
✅ Daily towel service
✅ Mineral water, coffee, and tea available daily

What’s not included

❌ International flights
❌ Travel and dive insurance (recommended optional short-term coverage available)
❌ Dive computer and torch
❌ Personal expenses, alcoholic beverages
❌ Tips for guides & drivers

Optional Extras

➕ Nitrox for entire safari: 1.500.000 IDR
➕ 15L tank upgrade: 1.500.000 IDR
➕ Single room supplement: 5.000.000 IDR
➕ Underwater camera rental: 400.000 IDR/day

How to Book Your 11-Day Dive Safari Bali

Booking your 11-day Bali diving adventure is easy:

Booking is simple: just send us your preferred dates, number of participants, and any optional add-ons you need.
We’ll respond with availability, payment instructions, and helpful planning advice.

Need help choosing between our dive safari or BOB packages?

Reach out: we’re here to help match you to the best itinerary based on your dive level, interests, and schedule.

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11 day Safari schedule

2025 & 2026 Departure Dates for Our 11-Day Bali Diving Safari

Join a scheduled departure or contact us to organize a private safari for your dive group. Our 11-day safari programs run every two weeks, departing Tuesdays from South Bali. Custom dates are available for private groups, just ask!

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Safari 11 day – 2025

15 Jul – 25 Jul

29 Jul – 08 Aug

12 Jul – 22 Aug

26 Aug – 05 Sep

09 Sep – 19 Sep

23 Sep – 03 Oct

30 Sep – 10 Oct

07 Oct – 17 Oct

21 Oct – 31 Oct

04 Nov – 14 Nov

18 Nov – 28 Nov

December

Safari 11 day – 2026

06 Jan – 16 Jan

20 Jan – 30 Jan

03 Feb – 13 Feb

17 Feb – 27 Feb

03 Mar – 13 Mar

19 March NYEPI

24 Mar – 03 Apr

07 Apr – 17 Apr

21 Apr – 01 May

05 May – 15 May

19 May – 29 May

02 Jun – 12 Jun

16 Jun – 26 Jun

30 Jun – 10 Jul

14 Jul – 24 Jul

28 Jul – 07 Aug

11 Aug – 21 Aug

25 Aug – 04 Sep

08 Sep – 18 Sep

22 Sep – 02 Oct

06 Oct – 16 Oct

20 Oct – 30 Oct

03 Nov – 13 Nov

17 Nov – 27 Nov

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FAQs – Bali Diving Safari 11 Days package

Most of the dive sites on this itinerary are accessible to certified Open Water divers with recent experience. However, several locations, such as Gili Tepekong or Nusa Penida, may require Advanced Open Water certification or equivalent. If needed, we can arrange for certification or upgrade before or during the safari.

The program includes 20 guided dives, covering Bali’s most iconic underwater locations: wrecks, walls, reefs, and drift sites.

We keep group sizes small and personal. Typically, one certified dive guide is assigned for every 4 divers. This allows us to adapt to individual skill levels and dive preferences.The total number of participant per safari will be at around 10 divers. Private safari we can adapt from 6 to 30+ diver/non diver.

Yes, non-divers are welcome. A dedicated cultural land tour program runs in parallel, offering daily excursions with a local guide while divers are underwater. Snorkeling is also available on selected days like Nusa Penida.

Absolutely, Bali is one of the most diverse diving destinations in the world. From world-famous wrecks like the USAT Liberty, nice reef in Amed, to manta rays and mola mola (seasonal) in Nusa Penida, our 11-day itinerary covers it all. The bonus? without long drives or logistical hassles!

All hotels are hand-selected for comfort, proximity to dive sites, and Balinese charm. Rooms include air conditioning, hot water, private bathrooms, and access to pools or gardens.

Yes, this is a full-board safari. All meals are included, breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and served in a mix of local warungs and hotel restaurants. Vegetarian and vegan options are available.

You can bring your own gear or rent high-quality Tusa equipment from us for an additional fee. Torch, computer, and camera rentals also available. Just let us know in advance.

This is a scheduled group safari, so the route and dive sites are planned in advance. However, our guides regularly adapt daily site choices based on conditions and diver profiles. Traveling with a group or club? Private safari dates can be arranged.

Yes. We strongly recommend having travel and dive insurance that covers decompression treatment and evacuation. DAN short-term coverage is available as an optional extra.

You can book online or contact us directly. A deposit secures your spot. Group bookings, private departures, and club rates are available on request.

Once your dates are confirmed, we will send an invoice with a 50% deposit to secure your spot. We offer multiple payment methods to make the process convenient, ensuring you can pay securely in your preferred currency

The remaining balance is paid upon arrival at our dive center in Sanur, by card, transfer or cash. You may also pay the full amount in advance if you prefer.