The 15 Best Discover Scuba Diving in Indonesia

1.2 Days Discover Scuba Diving in Nusa Lembongan – Scuba Initiation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 506 reviews · from $151Our pick

Spend two days learning scuba with Dive Concepts Bali in Nusa Lembongan. You’ll begin with a briefing and pool practice, then descend with an instructor to Manta Point and Crystal Bay, reaching up to 40 feet. Guides such as Hugo, Sara, Romane, Valentine, and Lorine are praised for patient support, though manta access costs extra.

“Had such a great time. We saw mantas, turtle, octopus, box puffer. The team were great and fun to hang out with. Thank you to Valantine and Lorine for looking after us!”

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2.Discover Scuba Diving in Tulamben – Diving Initiation in Bali best diving sites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 353 reviews · from $89

Spend about seven hours learning scuba in Tulamben with a private instructor. Start with shallow-water skills, then visit Coral Garden and the Liberty shipwreck. Equipment, wetsuit, facilities, and pickup around Amed and Tulamben are included. Instructor Budi has earned special praise for clear, patient instruction, though your assigned guide may differ.

“Was really great experience! Our instructor did an amazing job in explaining and supporting us first time divers. Seeing the shipwreck was great and was a highlight of the trip.”

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3.Padi Discover Scuba Diving In Amed Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $185

Spend about six hours learning scuba basics and completing two open-water sessions in Amed, Bali. No Fear Diving customizes the pace for beginners, including people with water anxiety. PADI instructors such as Oliver, Wayan, Jonas, and Ben provide instruction, equipment, lunch, drinks, and towels. The experience can also lead into a PADI Open Water course.

“Do yourself a favor and book a dive or certification with the team at No Fear. When you see 687 five-star ratings for a dive shop, you know that it's not a typo. Oliver, Jonas, and Amanda run a professional operation; so there's never a doubt that things will go as planned. Read more”

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4.Nusa Penida Try Scuba Diving Program – for Non-Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $120

At Pure Dive Resort, you begin with a 30 to 40-minute safety briefing, then complete a 200-meter swim and 10-minute float test before practicing scuba skills in a training pool. An instructor then leads you by boat to a coral reef in the Indian Ocean. Open-water groups are limited to two people per instructor.

“I did my discovery dive with Pure Dive Resort last week, and it turned out to be one of the most unforgettable experiences I’ve ever had. As a first-time diver, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the whole team made me feel completelRead more”

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5.Discover Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $120

Start with tea or coffee, learn basic scuba rules, practice in a pool, then make one ocean descent at Coral Garden or the USAT Liberty wreck in Tulamben. Bali Dive Trek supplies equipment, towels, refreshments, and photos or video. Pickup is offered, but confirm arrangements because the listed start point is in Amed.

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6.Manta Dive Gili Trawangan: Discover Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 5 hours · from $96

Spend five hours learning scuba basics at Manta Dive Gili Trawangan, practicing in the pool, then exploring the Gili Islands with an instructor. No prior scuba experience is needed, but you must swim. Instructors such as Daniel and Eli have helped beginners feel calm and safe. Small groups are limited to four people.

“It was the first time me and my friends tried scuba diving. Although we were very excited we were also scared. Our instructor was Daniel and he was very professional and kind. He helped us to feel more comfortable during the whole activity. We definitely recommend the the scuba diving with this company. We also got some good shots for extra fee.”

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7.Try Diving in Manta Point – Nusa Penida

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $220

Start at Neptune Scuba Diving in Sanur with theory, equipment practice, and private pool training. Then travel to Nusa Penida for two or three guided ocean sessions at Manta Point, Crystal Bay, and a north drift site. A PADI instructor stays with each beginner, with lunch, snacks, insurance, and hotel transfers from select areas included.

“The company and the team made it very comfortable the whole time. I couldnt have asked for more ticking this off my bucket list. They even handed out sea sick pills which I was thankful for. The spots we went to were great the manta rays were awesome i even found nemo. I would definitely recommend this to others”

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8.Gili Trawangan : Discovery Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 38 reviews · 5 hours · from $96

At Manta Dive Gili Trawangan, you learn basic scuba skills in a pool before taking a boat to a beginner-friendly site, where you descend to a maximum of 12 meters with an English-speaking instructor. Groups are limited to four, and guides such as Robi, Simo, Linda, and Clara have helped first-timers feel calm and secure.

“Simo was my instructor and he was fabulous. So calm and at ease, he really made us feel relaxed and trusting that we were 100% safe. I was in a group of two with another girl on her own and whilst we started out terrified, we both eased into it and decided we loved it so much we went on to our open water qualification! Cannot fault the Manta Five team and would recommend anyone thinking they might want to try to definitely do it. One warning, do not do this if you don’t want to fall in love with diving!”

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9.Discover Scuba Diving in Pemuteran – Diving Initiation in Bali (Menjangan Park)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $110

Start at Dive Concepts Pemuteran with a safety briefing and shallow-water practice, then head to Menjangan Island for two supervised scuba sessions to 12 meters. You receive equipment, use the center’s facilities, and have time for lunch on the island. The program suits beginners age 10 and up.

“The experience is great, giving it’s my first dive. Given a brief explanation however the diver is next to me all the time to ensure I am safe while still able to enjoy the dive. A mask is misplaced/lost however upon understanding the situation they didn’t charge us. We are grateful for their understanding. Overall it’s a good experience”

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10.Try Scuba Diving for Beginners with manta rays (Non – Certified)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · from $122

Meet Sanctum Dive Center at 8:30 am for 45 minutes of pool training, then head out from Nusa Penida for two beginner scuba sessions where manta rays are likely. Your IDR 1,600,000 fee covers equipment, boat, instructor, lunch, snacks, fruit, and drinks. You need swimwear, reasonable fitness, and a good attitude.

“Very inexperienced coachs and as my first diving experience this was very terrible place to learn. The coach has a bad attitude and very unfriendly dangerous to go with him in the water.”

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11.Try Diving in Nusa Lembongan – Penida. For beginners (with 2 ocean dives)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $125

Learn scuba skills in a pool, then join an instructor for two guided ocean dives around Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida. The day includes equipment, a lunch box, water, hot drinks, and a small group capped at eight people. Manta rays, turtles, coral, and seasonal Mola Mola sightings are possible, but never guaranteed.

“The dive company used the Bali Dive Academy was excellent, with passionate instructors who wanted us to have a great time while not having any negative effects on the creatures or coral. Saw manta rays and turtles plus a great lunch, great value for money.”

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12.Discover Scuba Diving Tulamben Bali For Non-Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $206

You’ll travel from Kuta to Tulamben for pool training and two guided ocean descents at the USAT Liberty, a World War II wreck close to shore. A PADI professional handles the basics, equipment, and safety, while lunch, towels, transport, and underwater activity insurance are included. Devin, Phoebe, and other Blue Season Bali instructors have helped first-timers feel at ease.

“The staff at Blue Season is extremely professional, attentive and caring. We did the PADI certification class with them. The class was super fun and they also made us feel safe. Highly recommended.”

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13.Full-Day Discover Scuba Diving Tour for Beginners in Tulamben

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $154

Spend about 11 hours learning scuba with a certified instructor in Tulamben. After shallow-water practice, you visit Coral Garden and the USS Liberty wreck. Equipment, lunch, tea or coffee, Wi-Fi, showers, lockers, and hotel pickup from Ubud and parts of south Bali are included. Photos and video cost extra.

“One of the greatest experiences of my life thanks to these guys. No issues with pick up or drop off. Friendly and funny staff. Instructors know what to do and how to make you feel at ease and confident even if you’re a beginner.”

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14.Try Scuba Diving at Padang Bai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $99

Spend a full morning learning basic scuba skills before two boat sessions at Padangbai. Bali Diving supplies equipment, safety gear, towels, lunch, drinks, transfers, and a leader for every two beginners. Pickup covers Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Sanur, and Nusa Dua. No certification is required, but you must be comfortable in the water.

“Geweldige excursie! Het personeel is vriendelijk en kundig. Er is de mogelijkheid om na het duiken te douchen. De lunch was heerlijk.”

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15.Discover Scuba Diving ( beginners) Combined With Jet Ski

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $70

Learn basic scuba skills, then spend 20 to 30 minutes underwater near Tanjung Benoa with an instructor close by. Follow it with a 15-minute jet ski ride along the beach. Hotel pickup, drop-off, equipment, guide, and air-conditioned transport are included. Drivers Joe and Ketut are praised for friendly, prompt service.

“Had any amazing experience with Bali Sun tours, my guide Joe was incredible. He was so nice, and extremely helpful, He's was able to provided me with a device to but my phone in and a way to secure my glasses. Ensuring all of my belongs stayed safe while in the water.”

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