Waves breaking below the cliffs of Nusa Lembongan, Bali

Nusa Lembongan

Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan, joined by the Yellow Bridge, are about 30 minutes by fast boat from Sanur and look across a narrow channel to Nusa Penida. Most of the islands' dive shops are on Lembongan, in Jungutbatu village and at Mushroom Bay, and they dive Penida's sites as well as their own.
Best time
Apr to Nov
Dive sites
4
Dive shops
17
Places to dive:Blue CornerCeningan WallLembongan BayMangrove Point

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Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November.

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About diving in Nusa Lembongan

Lembongan Bay is a sheltered, shallow bay from 3 to 18 m, used for training and night dives. Mangrove Point, off the mangrove forest in the north east, is a gentle drift over dense coral. Blue Corner and Ceningan Wall are for experienced divers, with strong currents and mola mola in season.

Manta Point and Crystal Bay on Nusa Penida are 15 to 30 minutes away by boat. Mola mola come up to the channel walls from about July to October, when the water cools.

Questions about diving in Nusa Lembongan

When is the best time to dive Nusa Lembongan?

April to November, when most of Nusa Lembongan's dive sites are at their best.

How many dive shops are there in Nusa Lembongan?

Scubalo lists 17 dive shops in Nusa Lembongan. Each listing shows the shop's certifications and languages, and you can send it a booking request from there.

Is Nusa Lembongan good for beginner divers?

Yes. 2 of its 4 dive sites suit beginners, including Lembongan Bay and Mangrove Point.

What can you see diving in Nusa Lembongan?

Divers most often report mola-mola, white-tip reef shark, nudibranch and scorpionfish here.

Where else can you dive near Nusa Lembongan?

Nusa Penida, Bali, Gili Islands and Lombok are close enough to fit in the same trip.

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