Blue Corner - Bali

Blue Corner is pure adrenaline. We love this site not just for the bigger stuff, but for how it makes you feel like you’re truly part of the ocean’s wild pulse. Dropping in, you're immediately hit with the unmistakable scent of the deep sea. The current here can be a serious ride, which is exactly why we come back. The real show begins when you hook into the reef. You’ll spend most of your dive watching the blue. Schools of Yellowstripe Monocle Bream drift past, almost oblivious to the powerful flow. Look out for the tiny Yellowskin Dwarfgoby flitting amongst the Staghorn coral, a stark contrast to the big pelagics that might cruise by in the distance. We’ve had incredible encounters here, from the distant shadows of mola mola in season to the constant stream of eagle rays gliding against the current. It’s an advanced dive, no question, best for those comfortable with strong drifts and willing to spend time suspended, just observing. Our advice? Go with a guide who knows the currents inside out and don’t forget your reef hook.

Location
Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-8.100424, 114.520510

Marine Protected Area: Bali Barat

Best Time to Dive in Bali

The warmest water temperatures in Bali occur in December, averaging 30.9°C. The coolest conditions are in August at 29.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 30.1°C
  • February: 29.7°C
  • March: 30.1°C
  • April: 30.7°C
  • May: 30.6°C
  • June: 30.2°C
  • July: 29.4°C
  • August: 29.1°C
  • September: 29.3°C
  • October: 30.1°C
  • November: 30.9°C
  • December: 30.9°C

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Marine Life in Bali

Home to 528 recorded species including 359 reef fish, 73 hard corals, 42 sharks & rays, 12 other, 12 sea snails & nudibranchs, 11 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Blue Corner

Based on average water temperature of 30.1°C, currents 3 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories