Located within West Bali National Park, Menjangan Island offers some of Indonesia's most pristine wall diving experiences. This remote island sanctuary features dramatic vertical drop-offs adorned with vibrant soft corals and teeming with diverse marine life.
About Menjangan Island
Menjangan, meaning "deer" in Indonesian, is a small uninhabited island off Bali's northwest coast. Protected as part of West Bali National Park, these waters have remained largely untouched, creating an underwater paradise that rivals any diving destination in Southeast Asia.
Why Menjangan is Special
- Crystal clear visibility often exceeding 30 meters
- Pristine coral walls with minimal damage from tourism
- Dramatic topography with vertical walls dropping into the depths
- Protected marine environment within a national park
The Wall Diving Experience
Wall Characteristics
The walls at Menjangan are truly spectacular:
- Vertical drops starting from 5 meters and plunging beyond diving limits
- Colorful soft corals creating a living tapestry on the wall face
- Swim-throughs and caverns adding adventure to every dive
- Coral gardens on the reef top providing diverse diving in shallow water
Marine Life Encounters
The walls attract an incredible diversity of species:
- Napoleon wrasse patrolling the deeper sections
- Schools of barracuda creating silvery curtains in blue water
- Reef sharks occasionally spotted along the wall
- Sea turtles feeding on the abundant sponges and soft corals
- Macro life including nudibranchs, flatworms, and colorful shrimp
Top Dive Sites
Pos 1 (Secret Bay)
- Depth: 5-30+ meters
- Highlights: Gentle slope transitioning to wall, perfect for beginners
- Marine life: Large schools of fish, sea turtles, occasional sharks
Pos 2 (Coral Garden)
- Depth: 3-40+ meters
- Highlights: Pristine hard and soft coral formations
- Marine life: Diverse reef fish, hunting trevally, cleaning stations
Anchor Wreck
- Depth: 15-45 meters
- Highlights: Small wreck covered in soft corals
- Marine life: Resident schooling fish, moray eels, occasional pelagics
Best Conditions
Seasonal Considerations
- Dry season (April-November): Best visibility and calmest seas
- Wet season (December-March): Still diveable but with occasional rough conditions
- Year-round diving: Possible due to protection from prevailing winds
Daily Timing
- Morning dives: Calmest conditions and best visibility
- Surface intervals: Enjoy the pristine beaches and snorkeling
- Multi-dive trips: Recommended to fully experience the area
Getting There
Transportation Options
- Day trips from Amed: 2-3 hour boat journey each way
- Pemuteran base: Closest mainland town (1 hour by boat)
- Live-aboard trips: Multi-day options available
- Chartered boats: Private trips for small groups
What to Expect
- Remote location: Limited facilities, bring everything you need
- National park fees: Small entrance fee required
- Pristine environment: Strict no-touch, no-take policies
Diving Requirements
Certification Levels
- Open Water: Suitable for shallow wall sections and coral gardens
- Advanced: Access to deeper sections and drift diving
- Deep specialty: Recommended for exploring the full wall profile
Equipment Considerations
- Reef-safe sunscreen: Required in national park waters
- Surface marker buoy: Essential for safety in open water
- Underwater camera: Crystal-clear water perfect for photography
- Thick wetsuit: Water can be cooler due to upwellings
Conservation Notes
Menjangan Island's pristine condition results from strict protection measures:
- No fishing zones allow marine life to flourish
- Limited diving operators prevent overcrowding
- Mooring buoys protect coral from anchor damage
- Environmental guidelines strictly enforced
How You Can Help
- Follow all no-touch policies
- Use only reef-safe sunscreen
- Don't feed or chase marine life
- Support conservation-minded dive operators
- Take only photos, leave only bubbles
The wall diving at Menjangan Island represents Bali diving at its finest - pristine, diverse, and utterly breathtaking. Book your Menjangan adventure today and experience one of Indonesia's last true underwater frontiers!
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Quick Facts
Planning Your Visit
Perfect for snorkelers with beginner to advanced experience level.
Optimal conditions during april to november season.
Typical visibility ranges 20-40 meters.
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