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Seraya Beach Dive Site

3.6 — based on 18 community signals
4.1 12 species 15 contributors

Seraya Beach is a year-round Indonesian dive site with diverse marine life and active community documentation.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Nudibranch, Blacktip reef shark

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
5.9 kn
Wave
0.84 m
Water
28°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: S (32%)
Now: S (178°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.1m

Next: High at 02:00 (+0.88m)

+0.9 m0 m-0.2 m
▲ 02:00 · +0.88m ▼ 12:00 · -0.05m ▲ 03:00 · +0.82m ▼ 13:00 · -0.09m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.05 · very high Air PM2.514 · moderate 06:09 18:13
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 6.8 0.86 9 0mm
09-20 7.4 0.96 9 0mm
09-21 6.7 0.98 9 0mm
09-22 6.7 0.86 9 0mm
09-23 6.8 0.84 9 0mm
09-24 6.2 1 9 0mm
09-25 6.1 0.96 9 0mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Warning — heat stress
DHW: 2.3°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Seraya Beach Dive Site sits on Indonesia's coast as an accessible dive destination for divers seeking macro life and reef exploration. The site draws interest from the diving community, evidenced by 12 recorded species observations and 3 community-contributed videos. This ongoing documentation makes Seraya Beach valuable for pre-dive research and post-dive species identification. The site operates outside a marine protected area, which means access is straightforward without permit complications. Year-round diving conditions keep Seraya Beach in the rotation for Indonesia-based divers planning trips. The location's species diversity supports macro and reef photography, particularly for divers interested in cataloging encounters. Coral bleaching warnings for the region warrant attention. Divers should expect reef conditions may be patchy or recovering in places. Check recent community videos and observations before booking to gauge current conditions. Local operators familiar with Seraya Beach can advise on the best sections and timing for your skill level.

📖 Guide: Diving in Indonesia: 323 Sites, Mantas to Micro-critters

Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

NudibranchBlacktip reef shark

Dive types

ReefShore

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 12517km · ~2879kg · €52

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 12h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 12h east · 8 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Seraya Beach?

Seraya Beach offers year-round diving. No seasonal closures are documented, so you can plan around your schedule. Check community videos and recent reports for current conditions before travel, as coral bleaching warnings suggest variable reef health.

What depth and difficulty level is Seraya Beach?

Specific depth and difficulty data are not published for this site. Contact local dive operators or review the 3 available community videos to assess whether the site matches your training level and experience.

What marine life can I expect to see?

12 species observations are documented at Seraya Beach, indicating good biodiversity. The site supports macro and reef life. Community videos provide visual reference for what divers have encountered. Exact species lists vary by season and reef condition.

Do I need permits or MPA approval to dive here?

Seraya Beach is not inside a marine protected area, so you don't need special permits. Access is open. Hire a local guide or operator familiar with the site for safety and navigation.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Dive Resort - Diving La Vida Loca - Bali

4.9 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Su 08:00-20:00

BLD - Bali Luxury Divers

6.1 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Su 08:30-21:00

Bali Dive Cove

6.2 km
Dive centre PADI
PADI
Hours: Mo-Su 08:00-20:00

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

68 records · 50 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Callyspongia aerizusa

Demospongiae · Callyspongiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
21 Jan 2026
×1records

Haliclona fascigera

Demospongiae · Chalinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
21 Jan 2026
×1records

Caloria indica

Gastropoda · Facelinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Jan 2026
×1records

Thorunna furtiva

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Jan 2026
×1records

Noalda

Gastropoda · Cephalaspidea incertae sedis
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Dec 2025
×1records
Depth:
20 m

Tenellia

Gastropoda · Trinchesiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2025
×10records
Depth:
5–20 m

Eubranchus ocellatus

マトミノウミウシ
Gastropoda · Eubranchidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2025
×1records
Depth:
20 m

Ceratodoris

Gastropoda · Goniodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
17 Nov 2025
×1records
Depth:
20 m

Facelina

Gastropoda · Facelinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
29 Oct 2025
×2records
Depth:
10–12 m

Panderevela hyllebergi

チビクロモウミウシ
Gastropoda · Costasiellidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Oct 2025
×1records
Depth:
23 m

Phyllodesmium

Gastropoda · Myrrhinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Oct 2025
×1records
Depth:
23 m

Trapania

Gastropoda · Goniodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Oct 2025
×1records
Depth:
23 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Snorkeling with Mantas in Seraya Indonesia

Surf Mexico & Travel
💬 2 top comments
  • that's not manta but eagle ray :)

    @jonathanbayus7648 · 👍 1
  • Amazing reef! What camera did you use to take these wonderful underwater shots?

    @Mathias-kq7qi · 👍 0

Scuba Diving in Seraya Secrets in Bali, Indonesia on 1st Nov 2022

Scuba Uncle

Diving Seraya Secrets in Bali - Muck diving paradise in Indonesia

Scubabeat
💬 3 top comments
  • This is an undersea show! Spectacular!

    @andreadistefanoMS · 👍 1
  • Great video ..👌

    @myunderwaterspace2760 · 👍 1
  • What a fantastic dive site! Love to hear your feedback about this video in the comments below. Also please subscribe to my channel! 👍 Your support helps me to do more videos like this.

    @Scubabeat · 👍 0
wind peaks Aug-Jul-Sep, calmest Feb-Mar-Jan, dry May-Oct.

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