BAWEAN EXPRES

Good diving all year

Protected Area

PKK-003 Bangkalan

Why dive here

With 515+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue-spotted stingrays, bull sharks, giant moray eels and manta rays - BAWEAN EXPRES offers some of Bali's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, November.

Best timeYear-round

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeBarracuda, Blue-Spotted Stingrays, Bull Sharks, Giant Moray Eels and Manta Rays · 515+ species recorded

Water29-31°C · warmest April, May, November

CharacterWreck dive · max 7m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

The Bawean Expres isn't your typical Bali dive. For a start, it’s shallow, really shallow, topping out at 7m, which makes it perfect for longer bottom times and less air consumption. We love it for its unusual history; a steamship that ran aground, now broken into sections and scattered across the seabed. You can poke around the boiler, engine parts, and hull plates, all encrusted with sponges and soft corals. It feels like an archaeological dig sometimes. Visibility here can be a bit hit or miss, so pick your day carefully; we’d suggest late morning after the initial boat traffic has settled down. We’ve had some truly fantastic encounters here with schools of snappers and bannerfish darting through the wreckage, and if you’re patient, you might spot a stonefish or two camouflaged against the rust. It’s a site that rewards slow exploration, especially for photographers looking for unique wide-angle opportunities. Not a deep thrill, but a wonderfully atmospheric wreck dive for anyone who enjoys a bit of maritime history.

Typical BAWEAN EXPRES Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

Safety Notes

Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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BAWEAN EXPRES Wreck History

Vessel Type

passenger ship

Cause

unknown

The Bawean Expres is a mysterious and exciting wreck located in the shallow waters off Bali. Little is known about the history of this old steamship or the circumstances of its sinking. Today, it lies in just 7 meters of water, making it an incredibly accessible site for divers of all levels. The shallow depth means the wreck is bathed in bright, natural light, allowing the colors of the encrusting corals and sponges to truly pop. However, the site is classified as a 'Dangerous Wreck,' and divers should exercise caution, watching for sharp, collapsing sections of the hull and potential entanglement hazards. For the careful diver, the Bawean Expres offers a thrilling exploration of a historic vessel teeming with the vibrant marine life that makes Bali a world-class diving destination.

Nearest Dive Centres to BAWEAN EXPRES

Dive shops near BAWEAN EXPRES

Sekolah Selam Indonesia

18km away

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Surabaya Diving

21km away

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BAWEAN EXPRES

BAWEAN EXPRES Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for BAWEAN EXPRES, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-7.5, 113.18) (20km away)