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Tulamben and Amed Tulamben and Amed

The “Drop-Off” in Tulamben is a wall and
steep slope dive where larger pelagics Snorkeling and Freediving
are known to pass by in the blue. “Coral Highlights
Garden” is home to stunning anemones
and some interesting Balinese statues. The USAT Liberty
For those seeking macro underwater shipwreck is one of
photography opportunities and unusual the rare WWII wrecks
critters, then “Seraya” and “Emerald” which is visible from the
should not be missed. surface for snorkelers. Freedivers will
also be able to explore a large portion
Dive sites in Amed include an aircraft of the wrecks super-structure. The
wreck and also a tug boat wreck (thought calm conditions and proximity to the
to be Japanese) which sits in the shallows shore make this an easy site to access
amid beautiful coral reef. Clouds of by simply stepping off the beach.
colorful reef fish are attracted to the
wreck and perform a vibrant, jewel-like Jemeluk Bay is another popular site
dance in the shallows. for snorkelers due to its tranquil
and clear water, shallow corals and
Jemeluk Bay in Amed is overlooked by abundance of smaller, colorful fish.
Mount Agung and its clear waters and
easy conditions make it suitable for
beginners upwards. Look out for a diverse
range of marine life including colorful
damselfish, anemonefish, boxfish, batfish,
cuttlefish and a plethora of nudibranch
species. Night diving here is also
extremely rewarding.

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