Gili Selang is a small island located just off the east coast of Bali and marks the eastern corner of the main island. After driving 40 minutes through the Amed area, we reach this place, which is followed by a 20-minute boat ride on a small Balinese wooden boat. From Amed, driving along the coast road is a special experience. It combines a unique mix of beautiful beaches, steep coasts, and villages with Balinese flair.

We begin the dive right at the island that protects us from currents. The extensive coral growth can be seen from the surface. We descend slowly from the island towards the bay at a depth of eight meters. At this shallow depth, we are surrounded by a variety of corals that is second to none. It is possible that we will encounter reef sharks here, looking for a rest among the coral blocks. Additionally, turtles occasionally cross our path. After a while, we arrive at large coral fields. A large area of this species of staghorn coral protects millions of small anthias from predators. The sunlight makes the anthias shimmer in different colors, offering us an unforgettable diving experience. We dive with neutral buoyancy over these coral fields and enjoy a unique spectacle. During good conditions, we have a light current and, halfway through the dive, we reach a large sandy area.

We dive a little deeper to search for red and yellow sea fans for pygmy seahorses. The second part of the dive is similar to the first part of the dive. We are amazed by the underwater world and conclude the dive at the other end of the bay. Because the majority of our dives are at shallow depth, we can enjoy a long dive time. The site offers good conditions for all levels of diving experience. The coral growth here is impressive and one of the most beautiful underwater landscapes Bali has to offer.

The name of the dive site refers to a small wreck, which is laying in shallow water. In a strong storm, it sank near the beach. After a 40-minute drive from Tulamben, we reach the dive site.

Due to the partly large stones, the entry is from the beach and is challenging. We begin our descent at the wreck location in shallow water and then dive towards the open sea. There is a reef here where many different gorgonians and vase sponges grow. The dive site is very interesting down to a depth of 40 meters and there is a lot to find. There are scorpion fish and turtles, as well as nudibranchs.

While returning, we stop at a small wreck lying at a shallow depth of between three and eight meters. It has been badly decayed, but it still offers many surprises. We use the low air consumption in shallow water and the resulting long dive time to explore the wreck completely. Young batfish watch us with curiosity. We have found alrady leaf fish of different colors, many colorful nudibranchs, frogfish, and ghost pipefish. Currents may be present on the reef, making diving in this area difficult. The wreck is protected from the currents in the bay and is therefore suitable for all levels of diving. Since the wreck is shallow, snorkelers will also find ideal conditions here.

Jemeluk has a small bay covered in black sand. The bay is marked by a rocky cliff on one side. It is possible to enjoy a breathtaking view from this cliff. If you have enough time, you can wait for the sunset, which will provide a unique natural spectacle. By car, we reach this place within 20 minutes from our resort.
The bay offered us three different dives sites. We take a small wooden boat to the first site. There are several small stone pyramids at a depth of between 12 and 30 meters. These artificial reefs are overgrown with different types of coral and provide an ideal shelter for the resident marine life. We often experience a light current pulling towards the bay. Relaxed, we take the opportunity to dive from pyramid to pyramid. The sandy areas around the pyramids provide photographers with ideal conditions to position themselves for a perfect photo.

The second place has a deep wall and healthy coral population. Many colored gorgonian fans provide numerous opportunities for searching for pygmy seahorses. The wall is 45 meters deep and currents are expected. Occasionally, turtles and reef sharks can be seen on the walls and pyramids. Other surprises, such as frogfish, large moray eels, or napoleon fish, are also waiting to be discovered.

The third place is a dive from the beach and offers a large sandy area on one side. There are many artificial reefs, such as cairns or tire stacks. There is rarely a current in the bay, which makes it ideal for photographers. We look for artificial reefs and spot different species of nudibranchs, frogfish, and ghost pipefish. The sandy area is also home to stonefish, which lurk for prey hidden in the sand. There are numerous corals on the other side of the bay that extend into the shallow water. There is usually no current, and the site is suitable for beginners and snorkelers alike.