Kebo Iwa
Protected Area
KKP-07 Semawang Denpasar
Why dive here
With 246+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue-spotted stingrays, bull sharks, grey reef sharks, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - Kebo Iwa offers some of Lombok & Gili Islands's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest April, May, November.
Kebo Iwa is one of our favourites for a reason. This isn’t just a pile of metal, it’s a properly atmospheric wreck, the remains of a speed boat sunk by local fishermen during the 1965 political unrest. Dropping down to 27 metres, you’ll find it largely intact, lying on its starboard side, perfect for a swim-through if you’re comfortable with your buoyancy. We love picking out details from its former life, like the captain’s chair still surprisingly in place, or the console covered in soft corals. Around the wreck, the local reef fish have really made a home. You’ll often spot massive schools of snapper hanging off the bow, and a few grumpy-looking moray eels peeking out from under the hull. The visibility can be a bit variable here, so we’d suggest going in the morning before the thermoclines kick in. It’s a site that rewards patience, not a frantic swim-through, so take your time and soak it all in.
Typical Kebo Iwa Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 27m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kebo Iwa
Kebo Iwa Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Kebo Iwa, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-8.35, 116.05) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
85°F · Range: 28.3–30.9°C
Current Speed
29.15 cm/s
Direction: SW (239°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.223 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
33.97 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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