Pasir Putih (White Sand) dive site

Pemuteran

Pasir Putih (White Sand) Diving

Usually mild; fine sand can reduce visibility when disturbed. The guide selects the route and profile for the group, tide and surface conditions.

Depth range
3–20 m
Access
Shore + Boat
Environment
Muck, White-sand slope, Macro, and Night dive
Experience level
Beginner to Intermediate

About Pasir Putih (White Sand)

Pasir Putih (White Sand) is a muck, white-sand slope, macro dive in Pemuteran, with a working depth range of approximately 3–20 m. The site is known for nudibranchs, shrimp, crabs, frogfish, and ghost pipefish. Conditions remain variable, so the route, maximum depth and suitability are confirmed by the local guide on the day.

Site highlights

  • Muck, White-sand slope, Macro, and Night dive profile
  • Usable depth range from approximately 3 to 20 m
  • Potential encounters include nudibranchs, shrimp, crabs, and frogfish
  • Usually mild; fine sand can reduce visibility when disturbed

Before you dive

Recommended certification

Open Water or equivalent with careful buoyancy and fin technique for macro photography

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
26–30 °C
Visibility
5–20 m

Usually mild; fine sand can reduce visibility when disturbed

Best months to dive

April–October often offers drier conditions, but the sheltered bay can be dived year-round when daily conditions permit.

Diveable year-round in suitable conditions. April–October often offers drier weather; inshore visibility can fall after rain, swell or sediment disturbance.

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

  • Nudibranchs
  • Shrimp
  • Crabs
  • Frogfish
  • Ghost pipefish
  • Juvenile fish
  • Cuttlefish
  • Octopuses
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Access & safety

Entry & Exit

Shore or short boat access within Pemuteran Bay; exact entry requires confirmation

Boat departure point
Pemuteran beach
Boat travel time
5–15 min

Safety notes

Keep fins above the bottom, avoid touching or repositioning animals and use a close buddy formation if visibility falls.

Dive tips

  • Follow the local guide’s site- and tide-specific briefing.
  • Agree a maximum depth within certification limits; the published site range is 3–20 m.
  • Maintain neutral buoyancy and avoid contact with coral, artificial structures and the seabed.
  • Keep fins above the bottom, avoid touching or repositioning animals and use a close buddy formation if visibility falls.
  • Treat wildlife encounters as possible, never guaranteed, and give animals space.

Underwater photography

Use a macro lens, focus light and patient search pattern. Keep fins elevated over sand or rubble, approach subjects slowly and never touch, reposition or crowd marine life. Night photographers should agree light and buddy signals before entry.

Site map & location

Pasir Putih (White Sand) dive site planning map

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