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Dive centre · Amed · Indonesia
5.0244 Google reviewsExplore the iconic USAT Liberty wreck and vibrant coral gardens with a local team in the heart of Amed.
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Rainbow Dive Bali is a local dive centre situated in the heart of Amed, in the eastern part of Bali. This area is renowned for its striking underwater landscapes, ranging from vibrant coral gardens to significant wreck sites.
The centre operates as a local hub for divers looking to explore the unique topography of the Amed coastline. Whether you are looking to complete your first certification or are an experienced diver seeking reef exploration, the focus remains on small group sizes and personalised attention.
The centre is run by an experienced local team that combines traditional Balinese hospitality with a deep understanding of the local waters. They operate as a PADI affiliated centre, ensuring that all training and dive activities meet international standards.
Instruction is delivered in English, making it accessible for international divers. The team prioritises small groups, which allows for better guidance and a more controlled environment during both training sessions and recreational dives.
Rainbow Dive Bali offers a range of PADI courses designed for different stages of your diving career. For those just starting, the Open Water Diver course provides the foundational skills required to begin exploring the underwater world.
They also provide the PADI Scuba Refresher, a vital course for divers looking to regain confidence or update their skills before heading back into the water.
The centre provides well-maintained rental equipment for those not travelling with their own kit. This includes essential items such as wetsuits, fins, and masks.
For divers looking to extend their underwater time or explore different environments, the centre also offers various rental options to ensure you have the appropriate kit for your specific dive profile.
USAT Liberty Wreck: This is the area's most iconic wreck site, offering an incredible opportunity to explore a large vessel teeming with life. It is accessible to all certification levels and serves as a cornerstone of the local diving scene.
Amed Coral Gardens: The surrounding reefs are characterised by vibrant coral structures and a high density of reef fish. These sites offer varied terrain suitable for divers of all levels to enjoy the local marine biodiversity.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
The reefs around Amed are home to a vast array of colourful reef fish and diverse coral life. You will find an abundance of hard coral (Scleractinia) and soft corals (Alcyonacea), alongside various sponges (Porifera) and sea fans (Gorgoniidae). Schools of fish, including jacks (Carangidae) and fusiliers (Caesio), move through the water, while larger residents like groupers (Epinephelinae) and various snapper species (Lutjanidae) can be seen near the reef structures.
Pelagic species and larger predators occasionally pass through the area. It is not uncommon to spot various sharks, including whitetip reef sharks (Triaenodon obesus) and blacktip reef sharks (Carcharhinus melanopterus), as well as rays and tuna (Thunnus). You may also encounter sea turtles (Cheloniidae) patrolling the reef flats.
For those interested in macro life, the area is exceptionally rich. Divers can find a wide variety of nudibranchs (Nudibranchia), seahorses (Hippocampus), and various species of shrimp (Caridea). The complexity of the reef provides ideal habitats for octopus (Octopoda), mimic octopus, and various species of scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae) and frogfish (Antennariidae).
The diving in Amed is generally characterised by calm waters, making it an accessible location for a wide range of divers. The local topography allows for varied dive profiles, from shallow reef flats to deeper wreck explorations.
While conditions are typically stable, divers should always be aware of local conditions on the day of the dive to ensure optimal safety and enjoyment.
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