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Javanese Ship Wreck

Intermediate 📍 Bali, Indonesia
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# Javanese Ship Wreck, Bali

Dive Conditions

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Depth
12m – 40m
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Visibility
22m
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Level
Intermediate
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Current
Moderate

Discover the Javanese Ship Wreck, an exceptional dive site located in the Lombok Strait near Bali, Indonesia. This fascinating wreck rests at depths between 12-40 meters, making it accessible to divers of intermediate skill level and above.

The deteriorated wooden vessel offers an intriguing exploration of maritime history, with scattered debris and structural remnants creating an atmospheric underwater landscape. Divers navigate through sections of the hull while observing the wreck’s gradual transformation into an artificial reef.

Marine life thrives throughout the site, including schooling jacks, snappers, groupers, and vibrant reef fish. Moray eels and octopuses inhabit the wreck’s crevices, while seasonal currents attract pelagic species. The surrounding Bali Sea waters support diverse coral growth and macro life.

The site’s moderate difficulty rating suits experienced recreational divers. Current conditions can vary significantly, requiring proper buoyancy control and awareness. Visibility typically ranges from 15-30 meters depending on seasonal conditions.

The Javanese Ship Wreck combines historical significance with abundant marine biodiversity, offering a unique diving experience in Bali’s renowned waters.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Pygmy Seahorse — seen at this dive site
Pygmy Seahorse Hippocampus bargibanti simonjpierce
Pygmy Seahorse — seen at this dive site
Pygmy Seahorse Hippocampus bargibanti scubawayne
Costate Nerite — seen at this dive site
Costate Nerite Nerita costata leosmutny
Pygmy Seahorse — seen at this dive site
Pygmy Seahorse Hippocampus bargibanti rachelonthereef
Titan Triggerfish — seen at this dive site
Titan Triggerfish Balistoides viridescens dianaesc
Goniobranchus setoensis — seen at this dive site
Goniobranchus setoensis Goniobranchus setoensis heinejens

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 40 m
Min Depth 12 m
Difficulty Intermediate
Current Moderate
Visibility 22 m
GPS -8.3737°, 115.7165°