Octagon Reef - Bali

The River Taw Wreck is one of our favourite shallow wrecks in the Caribbean. We love that it’s essentially two wrecks now, broken apart by Hurricane Hugo in 1989, making for more varied exploration. Descend onto the stern section, which is upright and surprisingly intact, a real magnet for schooling snapper and angelfish. You’ll weave through the cargo holds, where sunlight dapples the interior and often illuminates a shy ray tucked into a corner. Then, follow the debris field, where you’ll find a surprisingly complete bulldozer and a van, both completely encrusted with sponges and corals, a delightful detour. The bow section lies on its side, a little more broken up but still very explorable, a fantastic spot for spotting squirrelfish peering from the shadows. Given its 15-meter max depth, this site is perfect for less experienced divers or anyone wanting a relaxed dive with plenty to see. The coral growth is impressive, thick and colourful, a testament to how long the wreck has been down.

Location
Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-8.132000, 114.551800
Type
wreck

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 Octagon Reef

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 Octagon Reef

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