Malibu Point dive site

Nusa Penida

Malibu Point Diving

Variable and potentially extremely strong due to exposure to the Lombok Strait. The guide selects the route and profile for the group, tide and surface conditions.

Depth range
10–40 m
Access
Boat
Environment
Drift, Reef slope, Coral bommies, Shark, and Pelagic
Experience level
Advanced

About Malibu Point

Malibu Point is a drift, reef slope, coral bommies dive in Nusa Penida, with a working depth range of approximately 10–40 m. The site is known for reef sharks, tuna, trevally, fusiliers, and eagle rays. Conditions remain variable, so the route, maximum depth and suitability are confirmed by the local guide on the day.

Availability notice

Conditions-dependent dive. Final operation and diver suitability are determined after the day-of-dive current, weather and experience assessment.

Site highlights

  • Drift, Reef slope, Coral bommies, Shark, and Pelagic profile
  • Usable depth range from approximately 10 to 40 m
  • Potential encounters include reef sharks, tuna, trevally, and fusiliers
  • Variable and potentially extremely strong due to exposure to the Lombok Strait

Before you dive

Recommended certification

Advanced Open Water or equivalent with strong-current, negative-entry and blue-water ascent experience

Local guide recommended

Explore with a local guide familiar with the site and its entry and exit points.

Diving conditions & best time to visit

Water temperature
20–29 °C
Visibility
10–30 m

Variable and potentially extremely strong due to exposure to the Lombok Strait

Best months to dive

Year-round for reefs and manta encounters when conditions permit; roughly July–October for the strongest seasonal chance of mola mola, with colder water and thermoclines.

Diving is possible year-round when daily sea state and tides permit. Cooler thermoclines and the main mola mola observation season are generally June or July through October, while manta rays may be present year-round; wildlife encounters are never guaranteed.

Conditions may change

Typical conditions can vary on the day of your dive. Confirm current conditions with the dive team before entering the water.

Marine life & activities

  • Reef sharks
  • Tuna
  • Trevally
  • Fusiliers
  • Eagle rays
  • Manta rays
  • Frogfish
  • Seasonal mola mola

Access & safety

Entry & Exit

Longer boat run to Nusa Penida’s east coast; live or negative entry may be required

Boat departure point
Nusa Penida local boat departure point
Boat travel time
10–35 min

Safety notes

This exposed site may have shifting or very strong current. Dive only after a local current assessment, stay close to the guide and carry an SMB and audible surface signal.

Dive tips

  • Follow the local guide’s site- and tide-specific briefing.
  • Agree a maximum depth within certification limits; the published site range is 10–40 m.
  • Maintain neutral buoyancy and avoid contact with coral, artificial structures and the seabed.
  • This exposed site may have shifting or very strong current. Dive only after a local current assessment, stay close to the guide and carry an SMB and audible surface signal.
  • Treat wildlife encounters as possible, never guaranteed, and give animals space.

Underwater photography

Wide-angle equipment suits the reef structure and larger marine life. Set exposure before entering current, keep the rig streamlined and secured, and prioritise depth, gas, buoyancy and buddy contact over the photograph.

Site map & location

Malibu Point dive site planning map

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