amed Bali dive - Bali Explorers Diver PADI & SSI Dive center

Located in the village of Banyuning, Bali Explorers Diver is a family-operated boutique centre positioned on the edge of Amed. Its proximity to the coast allows for immediate access to some of the area's most famous sites, making it a convenient base for those looking to explore the reefs of East Bali.

The centre operates with a focus on small groups and tailored experiences, ensuring that every diver receives individual attention. This approach is particularly suited to those who prefer a more personal connection to their guides and a less commercialised diving environment.

The centre is run by a local family, with direct access to the owner, Iju. This structure ensures a high level of accountability and a personalised service that larger, more corporate operations often lack.

Instruction is provided in English, catering to the international diving community. The team is experienced in handling a range of diver profiles, from those undertaking their first discovery dive to seasoned divers looking for specific specialties like Nitrox or night diving.

Bali Explorers Diver offers a comprehensive curriculum through both PADI and SSI affiliations. Beginners can start with the Open Water Diver course, while those looking to progress can work towards their Advanced Open Water Diver certification.

For more experienced divers, the centre provides the Rescue Diver course and the Nitrox specialty. This allows you to build a solid foundation of safety and technical knowledge as you continue your training.

Local jukungs are used to reach dive sites, providing an authentic experience of Amed's traditional maritime culture. These boats are suitable for local excursions and allow for a close connection to the water.

The centre provides a full range of rental kit for divers who do not wish to carry their own equipment. Nitrox is available for those looking to extend their bottom times or manage decompression limits more effectively.

For those staying in the area, the centre can assist in organising personalised dive trips in conjunction with partner hotels nearby.

The reefs are vibrant with life, featuring a wide array of corals, soft corals (Alcyonacea), and sponges (Porifera). You will find various reef fish, including butterflyfish (Chaetodon), angelfish (Pomacanthidae), and colourful schooling fish that move in unison across the reef top.

Larger species are also present, with whitetip reef sharks (Triaenodon obesus) and blacktip reef sharks (Carcharhinus melanopterus) occasionally patrolling the area. You may also encounter various species of turtles, including the hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) and green turtle, alongside groupers (Epinephelinae) and various snapper species (Lutjanus).

For those with an eye for detail, the macro life is exceptional. The seabed and reef crevices host nudibranchs (Nudibranchia), various species of shrimp (Caridea), and crabs (Brachyura). Keep a sharp lookout for the ornate ghost pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus), frogfish (Antennariidae), and various species of seahorse (Hippocampus).

Diving in Amed is subject to local tides and sea conditions. The guides monitor these variables closely, choosing the safest and most suitable itinerary for each dive based on the current state of the sea.