Jemeluk Bay (underwater temple)
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Features a small submerged temple surrounded by vibrant coral and schools of fish—ideal for families and beginners GetYourGuide+2Bali FUN Diving+2Klook Travel+2No Trace Travel+1Museum of Wander+1.
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Casual warungs along the beach make it easy to grab refreshments before or after your swim Museum of Wander.
2. Japanese Shipwreck (near Lipah)
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A Japanese WWII vessel now teeming with marine life—best visited in the morning for clearer water GetYourGuide+2Amed Bali Adventure+2Amed Bali Adventure+2.
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Entry is simple and affordable, with facilities like showers and seating available Museum of Wander.
3. Lipah Bay & Turtle Point
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Ideal for easy, shallow snorkeling and spotting turtles—great for everyone from beginners to experienced snorkelers Bali Green Tour+14Amed Bali Adventure+14sari-snorkeling.webflow.io+14.
4. Amed Beach “Pyramids”
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Artificial pyramid structures attract turtles, rays, stonefish, and more; deeper water (~10‑15 m) so check currents Tripadvisor+13No Trace Travel+13Amed Bali Adventure+13.
5. Selang/Bunutan Beaches
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Less crowded, with strong coral, occasional blacktip sharks, and drift snorkel opportunities Amed Bali Adventure+1Amed Bali Adventure+1.
🛥️ Organized Tours vs DIY
Boat tours
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Multi-spot boat excursions typically cover 3–5 locations (e.g. shipwreck, temple, Turtle Point) for around IDR 600K–1.2 M (~$40–80), often including gear, guide, water, and pick‑up from areas like Amed and Tulamben Amed Bali Adventure+3Amed Bali Adventure+3Hotel Uyah Amed+3.
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Providers offer experienced guides (PADI-certified), insurance, and full equipment Blue Season BaliBali FUN Divingsari-snorkeling.webflow.ioAmed Bali Adventureamedbalisnorkelingtour.com.
Self-drive & shore snorkel
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Hire mask and fins locally, rent a scooter, and explore beaches like Jemeluk yourself—simple, flexible, and budget-friendly Wikipedia+8Museum of Wander+8Museum of Wander+8.
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Wear caution: some currents and occasional jellyfish may pose risks Museum of WanderReddit.
📋 Sample Boat Tour Itinerary
| Spot | Highlights |
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| Japanese Shipwreck | Morning clarity, WWII wreck, thriving fish |
| Turtle Point | Turtle sightings, pyramid structures, drift |
| Underwater Temple | Colourful corals, easy snorkeling |
| Lipah Bay | Dolphins, rays, great visibility |
| Selang/Bunutan | Quiet reefs, drift snorkelling, occasional sharks |
Many tours also offer lunch, snorkel guides, and roundtrip transport from Ubud, Sanur, or Amed Tripadvisor+11amedbalisnorkelingtour.com+11Wikipedia+11Bali Green TourTripadvisor+13Klook Travel+13Amed Bali Adventure+13GetYourGuide+1amedsnorkelingtour.com+1Blue Season Bali.
