Lipah Bay

# Lipah Bay Dive Site

Lipah Bay is a picturesque diving destination located on Bali’s northeast coast in the Bali Sea. This accessible site offers stunning underwater scenery suitable for divers of all experience levels, with depths ranging from 5 to 25 meters. The gentle sloping sandy bottom gradually transitions to coral-covered slopes, providing diverse habitats for marine exploration.

Divers encounter vibrant coral gardens featuring hard and soft corals, along with abundant tropical fish species including angelfish, butterflyfish, and parrotfish. The bay’s sheltered waters make it ideal for spotting reef sharks, sea turtles, and various crustaceans. Macro photography enthusiasts appreciate the nudibranchs, seahorses, and small reef dwellers found throughout the site.

The calm conditions and moderate difficulty level make Lipah Bay perfect for certification courses and recreational diving. Visibility typically ranges from 10-20 meters, depending on seasonal conditions. The nearby beachfront village offers convenient access to dive operators and accommodations, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced divers exploring Bali’s underwater treasures.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Thickray Sole Aesopia cornuta uwkwaj

Shao's Moray Gymnothorax shaoi sylvain_le_bris

Reef Stonefish Synanceia verrucosa nanuat

Grooved Razorfish Centriscus scutatus glen_whisson

Mandapam eubranchus Annulorhina mandapamensis ivan_rudenkov

Macroschisma cuspidatum Macroschisma cuspidatum uwkwaj

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)