Candidasa & Amuk Bay · 8–40 m
Gili Tepekong: Bali underwater in detail.
Dramatic offshore walls and ridges; the famous Canyon route is suitable only in the right conditions.
Dive site at a glance
Does Gili Tepekong fit your diving holiday?
Dramatic offshore walls and ridges; the famous Canyon route is suitable only in the right conditions.
Sharks, large trevally, tuna, eagle rays and mola during cooler months.
Orientation point: -8.4960, 115.5900
Underwater scenery at Gili Tepekong
- Region
- Candidasa & Amuk Bay
- Typical depth
- 8–40 m
- Suitable for
- Very experienced divers
- Current
- strong; down- and upcurrents possible
- Access
- Boat dive
Character & experience
What a dive at Gili Tepekong feels like.
Dramatic offshore walls and ridges; the famous Canyon route is suitable only in the right conditions.
An unhurried and observant pace pays off underwater: sharks, large trevally, tuna, eagle rays and mola during cooler months. Route choice depends on entry, tidal window, visibility, current and experience, keeping the dive both memorable and controlled.
The offshore islands depend on weather and current. We schedule them only for divers whose experience suits the day.
Who is this site for?
Our classification is: Very experienced divers. Certification and logged dives are not the only factors; recent experience, buoyancy, current comfort, cold tolerance and how you feel that day also matter. After a long break, an easy local check dive may be the better sequence.
Safety, depth and conditions
The typical range is 8–40 m, with current classified as strong; down- and upcurrents possible. These are not guaranteed daily values. Guide judgement, weather, tides and training limits determine route, maximum depth, turn criteria and any alternative site.
Photography & responsible diving
Match camera setup and subject choice to your buoyancy. Wildlife is never chased, touched, fed or moved for a photograph. At sandy macro sites we watch fin position and distance; at pelagic sites cleaning-station approaches remain clear.
The dive site is alive
No dive is ever a repetition.
Visibility, current, light and marine encounters change a site every day. Our guides read the conditions and plan the dive accordingly.
- Base
- Padang Bai
- Guidance
- Personal
- Languages
- DE · EN
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Gili Tepekong
How much experience do I need for Gili Tepekong?
The site is typically suited to Very experienced divers. Final assessment considers current conditions, recent dives, buoyancy and personal comfort.
What marine life may I see at Gili Tepekong?
Sharks, large trevally, tuna, eagle rays and mola during cooler months. Wildlife encounters are natural events and can never be guaranteed.
Can I dive Gili Tepekong from Padang Bai?
The offshore islands depend on weather and current. We schedule them only for divers whose experience suits the day. We confirm destination and schedule in your personal proposal and reassess conditions on the day.
How deep is a dive at Gili Tepekong?
The known range is approximately 8–40 m. Your profile stays within training, experience, no-decompression limits and the agreed plan.
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Amuk Bay ReefYour diving holiday
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