Jemeluk Bay dive site

Amed

Jemeluk Bay Diving

Usually mild inside the sheltered bay; more movement is possible near the point. The guide selects the route and profile for the group, tide and surface conditions.

Depth range
3–25 m
Access
Shore + Boat
Environment
Bay reef, Coral garden, Artificial reef, and Macro
Experience level
Beginner

About Jemeluk Bay

Jemeluk Bay is a bay reef, coral garden, artificial reef dive in Amed, with a working depth range of approximately 3–25 m. The site is known for turtles, fusiliers, nudibranchs, ribbon eels, and shrimp gobies. Conditions remain variable, so the route, maximum depth and suitability are confirmed by the local guide on the day.

Site highlights

  • Bay reef, Coral garden, Artificial reef, and Macro profile
  • Usable depth range from approximately 3 to 25 m
  • Potential encounters include turtles, fusiliers, nudibranchs, and ribbon eels
  • Usually mild inside the sheltered bay; more movement is possible near the point

Before you dive

Recommended certification

Open Water or equivalent; suitable for training and refreshers under supervision

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
27–29 °C
Visibility
10–20 m

Usually mild inside the sheltered bay; more movement is possible near the point

Best months to dive

April–November generally offers drier weather and calmer surface conditions; the area remains diveable year-round when daily conditions permit.

Diveable year-round; April–November generally offers drier weather and calmer surface conditions, while daily wind, rain and tide still matter.

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

  • Turtles
  • Fusiliers
  • Nudibranchs
  • Ribbon eels
  • Shrimp gobies
  • Frogfish
  • Soft and hard corals
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Access & safety

Entry & Exit

Gradual shore entry over sand and reef; short jukung access is also used by some operators

Boat departure point
Amed shore entry or local jukung departure
Boat travel time
5–20 min

Safety notes

Use a surface flag where required, remain alert for boats and freediving lines, and avoid standing on or contacting the reef.

Dive tips

  • Follow the local guide’s site- and tide-specific briefing.
  • Agree a maximum depth within certification limits; the published site range is 3–25 m.
  • Maintain neutral buoyancy and avoid contact with coral, artificial structures and the seabed.
  • Use a surface flag where required, remain alert for boats and freediving lines, and avoid standing on or contacting the reef.
  • Treat wildlife encounters as possible, never guaranteed, and give animals space.

Underwater photography

A flexible setup works best: use a macro lens for small subjects on sand, rubble and coral, or wide angle for the broader reef structure. Maintain stable trim, avoid stirring sediment and never move or touch wildlife for a photograph.

Site map & location

Jemeluk Bay dive site planning map

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