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KAWITAN

Kawitan, just off Padangbai, is one of our favourite Bali wreck dives. We love that it’s still relatively intact, especially the bow and stern sections that really give you a sense of its original size. The history here adds to the atmosphere – a motor vessel, reportedly sunk in Tanjung Perak, now resting in about 13 metres. You can swim through the main cargo holds, the light filtering in creating these really cool, dappled patterns on the structure. Keep an eye out for batfish schools circling the mast, and we’ve often found lionfish tucked into the more sheltered parts of the wreck. The deck is home to a surprising amount of small stuff: nudibranchs, gobies, and we’ve even spotted a few ribbon eels peering out from the sand nearby. It’s a comfortable dive, maxing out at 13 metres, making it approachable for most divers looking for a mellow wreck experience without strong currents. We suggest going early to avoid the crowds from the dive centres.