Hippo Diving Bali

Hippo Diving Bali is a professional dive centre situated in Sanur, Denpasar. It serves as a base for divers looking to explore the waters of Bali, offering everything from introductory dives to advanced professional training.

The centre is designed to be a complete hub for divers, providing not just instruction but also on-site accommodation and dining. With a focus on safety and well-maintained equipment, it caters to those looking to build their skills or simply enjoy the local marine life through fun diving and snorkelling.

The centre is run by an experienced team of instructors dedicated to PADI standards. They manage a variety of programmes, including certification courses, refresher dives, and guided fun diving sessions.

For those who prefer instruction in their own language, the team is proficient in both English and Korean. This makes the centre a popular choice for international divers looking for clear communication during their training or guided outings.

As a PADI affiliated centre, Hippo Diving Bali offers a comprehensive curriculum. Beginners can start with the Open Water Diver course, while those looking to expand their experience can progress through the Advanced Open Water Diver and Rescue Diver programmes.

For divers pursuing a professional career, the centre provides training up to the Divemaster level. A variety of PADI specialties are also available to help you fine-tune specific skills in the water.

The centre provides a full range of rental kit that is kept clean and well-maintained for every diver. You can hire complete sets or specific items such as masks, fins, and wetsuits.

On-site facilities include a large swimming pool with depths ranging from 1.3 to 4.5 metres, which is equipped with a filtration system. This pool is an ideal space for conducting PADI theory sessions or performing refresher dives before heading out to the open water. The site also features changing rooms, showers, a classroom for theory, and a restaurant.

The local waters are home to a variety of familiar species, including turtles, clownfish, and starfish. These can often be spotted during reef dives or while snorkelling.

For those looking for larger pelagics, the area offers the chance to encounter Manta rays and the colourful Black Manta. Depending on the time of year, you may also be lucky enough to see the Mola mola (sunfish) passing through the region.