NUSANTARA - Bali

The Nusantara wreck in Bali is one of those shallow, unexpected delights. We often find ourselves drawn to deeper, more complex wrecks, but the Nusantara proves that sometimes, the best finds are right under your nose, practically begging for a long bottom time. It’s a motor vessel, sunk back in ‘79 during a nasty storm, and now sits comfortably at just 5 metres. What we love about Nusantara is its accessibility and how thoroughly nature has reclaimed it. You can spend an entire hour poking around the hull, watching the light play through the remaining structures. Schools of silversides often shimmer around the deck, moving as one, while a surprising number of scorpionfish and stonefish are experts at blending into the encrusted metalwork – keep those eyes peeled. For photographers, especially wide-angle fans, the way the sunlight dapples the wreck is pure magic. It’s perfect for new wreck divers wanting to build confidence, but seasoned pros will appreciate the relaxed pace and the chance to truly observe the smaller residents without worrying about deco.

Location
Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-7.235761, 112.862816
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

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 NUSANTARA

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 NUSANTARA

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