TIPISON - Bali

Tipison, off Bali, is a real favourite of ours for a proper wreck dive, not just a reef with some metal on it. This 100-meter cargo vessel went down in '83 after a run-in with the MV Pangempang, and it’s now lying on its side in 18 meters. You get a real sense of its size as you descend, the sheer bulk of it appearing out of the blue. We love finning along the exposed port side, feeling the slight current push you gently past cargo holds that once carried goods across the Java Sea. Look closely for the smaller stuff: nudibranchs, often some vibrant flatworms, and we’ve seen ghost pipefish tucked away in the structure near the stern. Penetration isn't really on the cards here, it’s a dangerous wreck, but there’s plenty to explore on the exterior, with schooling fusiliers often circling the mast. Our pick for timing is first thing in the morning; the light filters down beautifully through the upper decks and usually, you’ll have the place to yourselves before the day boats arrive.

Location
Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-7.176667, 112.677220
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 TIPISON

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 TIPISON

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