KMP Rafelia 2 - Bali

The KMP Rafelia 2 wreck isn't just another sunken ship. It’s a stark, compelling dive, especially if you appreciate a wreck with a story and a real sense of presence. Lying flat at a shallow 11 meters, this passenger ferry is remarkably intact, making for some truly atmospheric exploration. We love how the vehicle decks are still wide open, and you can easily swim through, past the ghostly outlines of cars and motorbikes that went down with her. For us, the draw isn’t just the wreck itself, but the unexpected life it’s attracting. Schools of snapper and fusiliers flit in and out of the superstructure, and we’ve spotted moray eels peeking from crevices. It’s a surprisingly safe wreck for open water divers to penetrate a bit, offering that thrill without the usual deep-wreck demands. The visibility can be variable here, as it’s quite close to shore, so we’d suggest timing your dive for high tide if you can to get the clearest water. It's a poignant, unforgettable dive, a true reflection of the ocean’s power and resilience.

Location
Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-8.150278, 114.404660
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
11m

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

Nearby Dive Sites in Bali

Nearest Dive Centres to KMP Rafelia 2

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 KMP Rafelia 2

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