KELAPA - Bali

Kelapa is our pick for a wreck dive in Bali, no question. This isn't one of those purpose-sunk affairs, it's a proper accident, sunk in 1979 after a run-in with an anchor in the Madura Strait. That history gives it a real character. Dropping down, you're immediately struck by the sheer scale of the 51-meter cargo vessel. We love tracing the deck, noting the old winches and the still-intact mast. The penetration here is fantastic for experienced divers; you can swim through cargo holds that are now cavernous homes for schools of trevally, their scales catching the light. We often find ourselves just hovering, watching the shadows play inside the wreck, feeling the slight current move around the rusted hull. Keep an eye out for larger pelagics cruising by, and don't be surprised to spot a turtle or two resting on the superstructure. It's an exploration dive, pure and simple, best suited for those comfortable navigating interiors and appreciative of a wreck with a genuine story.

Location
Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-7.192222, 112.735000
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
18m

Marine Protected Area: PKK-003 Bangkalan

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

Nearby Dive Sites in Bali

Nearest Dive Centres to KELAPA

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 KELAPA

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