Close Encounter
A reef slope offering encounters with big fish like trevallies, snappers, and occasional sharks. Features a mix of healthy hard and soft corals.
Location: Pemuteran
Category: Coral Slope, Drift Dive
Site depth: 5 - 30m
About Close Encounter
A well-known dive location in Bali.
Located in Pemuteran, Close Encounter is categorized as a Coral Slope, Drift Dive dive site with typical depths around 5 - 30m. It is commonly explored by divers seeking to experience Bali’s underwater environments, from natural reef structures to distinctive marine habitats shaped by local geography.
BALI DIVING
One of Southeast Asia’s top dive destinations.
Bali is internationally recognised for its rich marine biodiversity and variety of dive environments. From coral reefs to wrecks and unique underwater landscapes, the island attracts divers from around the world looking for memorable and diverse diving experiences.
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Learn, improve, and dive with confidence.
From first-time experiences to advanced training, Bali offers a wide selection of diving courses for every level. These programs are designed to help divers build skills, gain confidence, and enjoy safer, more rewarding dives.
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explore Bali Diving Packages
Different ways to experience Bali underwater.
Bali offers many styles of diving packages, from relaxed fun dives to more specialized underwater adventures. These options give you a broader look at the different ways you can explore Bali’s rich marine world.
4D3N Learn & Stay – PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (5 Dives)
Includes 3 Night Stay in Hostel, All Meals, Airport Transfers, PADI AOWD Course with 5 Training Dives. Upgrade options available
From 535 USD
5D4N Learning Retreat – PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (8 Dives)
Includes 4 Night Stay in Hostel, All Meals, Airport Transfers, PADI AOWD Course with 5 Training Dives, 3 Leisure Dives. Upgrade options available
From 670 USD
5D4N Dive Reboot & AOWD Upgrade Package (6 Dives)
Includes 4 Night Stay in Hostel, All Meals, Airport Transfers, Refresher Pool and 1 Open Sea Refresher Dive, PADI AOWD Course with 5 Training Dives. Upgrade options available
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3D2N Learn & Stay – PADI Advance Open Water Diver (5 Dives)
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