Malimbu Slope

# Malimbu Slope

Malimbu Slope is a premier drift diving destination located in the Lombok Strait off the coast of Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. This spectacular site features a dramatic underwater slope descending to depths of 40+ meters, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced divers.

Divers can expect pristine coral formations, vertical drop-offs, and abundant marine biodiversity. The slope is renowned for encounters with pelagic species including reef sharks, barracuda, and large schools of trevally. Strong currents characterize the site, creating dynamic drift diving conditions that attract experienced enthusiasts.

The vibrant reef system showcases healthy hard and soft corals, alongside diverse macro life including nudibranchs, crustaceans, and colorful reef fish. Visibility typically ranges from 15-25 meters, weather permitting.

Malimbu Slope’s powerful currents and depth requirements demand solid buoyancy control and current management experience. The challenging conditions reward skilled divers with exceptional encounters and unparalleled views of Lombok’s underwater ecosystem in the Bali Sea.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Red-tailed Green Ratsnake Gonyosoma oxycephalum mark_spicer

Spotted Boxfish Ostracion meleagris kelvinperrie

Painted Bronzeback Dendrelaphis pictus mr_geeks

Coronated Cone Conus coronatus kelvinperrie

Dashed-line Blenny Blenniella interrupta kelvinperrie

African Giant Snail Lissachatina fulica probreviceps

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)