7 Fun Dives in Nusa Lembongan (for certified divers) – Premium Value Package

Nusa Lembongan’s best underwater sights are spread across several sites, and this seven-session package gives you time to sample them without paying for each outing separately. Crystal Bay, Manta Point, Toyapakeh, Jungut Batu Beach, and Mangrove Point are all on the menu, with a certified guide helping you read the conditions and find the marine life.

I like the practical value here: all equipment and a wetsuit are included, and transfers from your Lembongan accommodation mean you do not need to rent a scooter. I also like the small maximum group size of 10 and the dive center’s useful comforts, including lockers, showers, Wi-Fi, and a changing room.

The main catch is the schedule. You must complete all seven sessions within seven days, and sightings of manta rays or mola mola are never guaranteed. You also need current certification and a recent session, or you may pay extra for a refresher.

Key points at a glance

• Seven sessions within seven days: Spread the package across roughly three days or use the full week, depending on availability and your plans.
• Manta Point and Crystal Bay: These are the headline sites, with chances to see manta rays and mola mola, especially when conditions cooperate.
• Gear is included: Mask, snorkel, fins, BCD, regulator, instruments, wetsuit, and weight belt are covered.
• Transfers from Lembongan lodging: You can skip scooter rental and return to the Dive Concepts Lembongan meeting point after each outing.
• A small-group setup: The maximum group size is 10, with a certified guide leading the underwater sessions.
• Good center facilities: Lockers, showers, toilets, Wi-Fi, and a changing room make the time between outings easier.

Seven underwater sessions across Nusa Lembongan

This is best understood as a flexible package rather than one long day at sea. You receive seven guided sessions, normally taken over about three days, though the stated limit gives you up to seven days to finish them. That extra breathing room matters if you want a rest day, need to work around weather, or are combining scuba with other island plans.

The exact order of the sites can change. Sea conditions, currents, visibility, and local operating decisions all affect the plan. That is a good thing in this area, where a calm, well-chosen site is more useful than blindly following a fixed schedule.

The listed sites include Crystal Bay, Manta Point, Mangrove Point, Toyapakeh, and Jungut Batu Beach. Seven sessions across five named areas suggests that some locations may be visited more than once or paired with nearby sites. Ask the center for the day-by-day plan when you arrive.

Crystal Bay: a famous name with changing conditions

Crystal Bay is one of the area’s best-known sites, and it is included for good reason. The site is associated with mola mola, also called ocean sunfish, and it offers one of your main chances to encounter this unusual large fish.

I would treat Crystal Bay as a possibility, not a promise. Marine life sightings depend on season, water conditions, and luck. Even if the sunfish do not appear, the site is part of the wider Nusa Penida and Lembongan scuba circuit and gives your guide a chance to explain how to handle the local setting.

Conditions matter here. The guide’s briefing is important, especially if the water is moving or visibility changes. Listen carefully to the entry plan, depth limits, current advice, and meeting points. A calm session at a slightly less famous site is preferable to chasing a particular animal in poor conditions.

Manta Point: the headline encounter

Manta Point is the package’s other major draw. The setting gives you a chance to see manta rays moving through the area, sometimes close enough for a memorable underwater encounter.

Again, there is no guarantee. The package description says you will surely be able to swim with manta rays and mola mola, but marine animals remain wild and sightings can change. I would book this for the opportunity, not as a promise of a particular photograph.

The center can provide digital photos and videos for an extra fee. That may appeal to you if seeing a manta is the main purpose of your visit, but decide in advance how much the souvenir matters. Keeping your attention on buoyancy, the guide, and the animals usually makes for a better session than worrying about a camera.

Mangrove Point: a different side of Lembongan

Mangrove Point offers a change from the larger-animal focus of Manta Point and Crystal Bay. The site is connected with the mangrove area of Nusa Lembongan, giving you another type of underwater setting to explore.

This variety is one of the package’s strengths. Seven sessions at only one or two sites could feel repetitive, but the listed locations let you compare coral areas, open-water encounters, and the mangrove environment. Your guide can also adjust the plan to suit the day’s conditions.

Mangrove Point is especially useful for people who want more than a single wildlife chase. You are not simply ticking off one famous site. You are getting a broader look at the waters around the island.

Toyapakeh: a classic regional site

Toyapakeh is another recognized site in the Nusa Penida area. It adds a different location to your underwater schedule and helps make use of the package’s multi-session format.

The supplied information does not specify a fixed depth, route, or animal list for Toyapakeh, so I would avoid arriving with a rigid picture of what you must see. Ask your instructor what conditions are expected that day and what the group will focus on.

That conversation is part of the value of a guided session. Guides such as Rian, Kaka, Baptiste, Ali, Freddy, Jasmine, and others have been praised for calm support, clear briefings, and attentive care. You may not be assigned one of these particular people, but the center has a broad team, and the practical lesson is to tell your guide your experience level and what you hope to see.

Jungut Batu Beach: convenient local access

Jungut Batu Beach is both the location of the Dive Concepts Lembongan center and one of the named underwater sites. That makes it a convenient part of the schedule and a useful contrast with sites farther around the islands.

A local site can be valuable at the start or end of a multi-session package. You spend less time reaching the water and more time getting comfortable with your kit, your guide, and the local conditions. If you have not been underwater for a while, that gradual start may be welcome.

The center is located in Jungutbatu, and the activity ends back at the meeting point. Transfers from your Lembongan accommodation are included, so you do not need to arrange your own ride to and from the shop each day.

What the seven-session schedule means for you

The package is priced at $311.68 per person. That is not a cheap one-off outing, but the value improves when you use all seven sessions. You are also getting equipment rental, a wetsuit, a certified guide, transfers, and use of the center’s facilities.

The strongest value comes from staying on Nusa Lembongan for several days. If you are already paying for accommodation and want a concentrated scuba holiday, seven sessions reduce the cost per outing and save you the work of booking each one separately.

The package is less useful if your island visit is short or uncertain. You must use all seven sessions within seven days, so do not buy it if you only have time for one or two outings. You also need to confirm availability before building your entire schedule around it.

I would reserve early if your dates are fixed. Confirmation is stated as arriving within 48 hours, subject to availability. That is manageable, but it is not instant confirmation.

Equipment, facilities, and comfort between sessions

The equipment list covers the essentials: mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy control jacket, regulator, other instruments, wetsuit, and weight belt. That means you can arrive without hauling a full kit across Bali.

Good equipment matters most when you are making several outings. A poor-fitting mask or wetsuit becomes more irritating with each session. Take a few minutes at the center to check fit and tell the staff about any concerns before heading out.

The center provides toilets, showers, lockers, a changing room, and Wi-Fi. There is also a restaurant, but food is at your own expense. These are simple facilities, yet they make a real difference when you are spending repeated days around wet gear and boat departures.

Accommodation in dormitories and bungalows is available at the center, but it is not included in this price. You can use the package with other Lembongan accommodation, since two-way transfers from the island are included.

The guides are part of the value

The package includes a certified instructor or guide, not just equipment hire. That is important around Lembongan, where your guide’s briefing and local judgment can shape the day.

Feedback about the staff has been especially strong. Rian is repeatedly described as friendly, caring, and attentive across multi-day outings. Kaka has been praised for calm instruction during specialty training, while Baptiste is noted for patience and safety-minded support. Ali is described as attentive from the center through the boat crew, and Sara has been credited with helping a nervous participant gain confidence.

Those details are useful even if you receive a different guide. Tell the center if you want a relaxed pace, need help rebuilding confidence, or are hoping to focus on manta rays or mola mola. A good match between your needs and your guide can matter more than the site list.

The maximum group size is 10. That is not a private outing, but it is small enough to avoid the feel of a large resort operation. The center’s team also handles the boat and equipment side, so you are not left to manage the whole process yourself.

Who should book this package?

I would recommend it to a certified scuba diver who has recently been underwater and wants several sessions around Lembongan. It suits you particularly well if you want variety, prefer guided outings, and plan to stay on the island for at least three days.

It also works for divers who have not been underwater in a long time, but you should budget for a possible refresher session. The supplied conditions say certification is required and that your last session should have been within the past year. If your last session was longer ago, a refresher may be required at an additional cost.

The package is not designed for beginners. If you are not certified, you need a different course or introductory activity. The listed physical requirement is moderate fitness, so you should be comfortable with the normal physical demands of getting ready, using scuba equipment, and taking part in repeated sessions.

I would also be cautious if you need a strict timetable. Weather can cancel an outing, and the activity depends on suitable conditions. The operator offers a different date or a full refund if poor weather causes cancellation, but a weather change can still affect your holiday plans.

Practical planning for your three days

Give yourself room at the start of the trip. Do not schedule a flight, ferry, or other fixed commitment immediately after your final session unless the center confirms the timing is safe for your plans. The provided information does not give exact daily departure times, so ask directly when arranging your dates.

Pack swimwear, sun protection, drinking water, and a light change of clothes. The center supplies the scuba equipment and wetsuit, but it does not list personal items such as towels, reef-safe sun lotion, or prescription masks.

Use the lockers for convenience, but keep valuables to a minimum. Wi-Fi and the restaurant make the center comfortable while you wait, but meals and digital photos or videos cost extra.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund. Keep an eye on the weather forecast, but remember that the operator’s final decision on conditions is what matters.

My verdict on the $311.68 price

The price makes the most sense when you use every session. Seven guided outings, full basic equipment, a wetsuit, local transfers, and center facilities add up quickly if purchased separately. The package also saves you from arranging transport or carrying rental gear between different operators.

The value is less clear if you care only about one particular animal. Manta rays and mola mola are possible attractions, not guaranteed appointments. You are paying for repeated access to a selection of sites and professional support, not a guaranteed wildlife photograph.

I also like that the package gives you some flexibility within seven days. You can plan three active days, then keep spare time for weather or rest. Just confirm the schedule early so the seven-session limit does not catch you at the end of your stay.

Should you book it?

Book this if you are certified, recently active, and staying on Nusa Lembongan long enough to complete all seven sessions. It is a practical choice for a multi-day scuba holiday, especially if you value included gear, transfers, and attentive staff more than a private itinerary.

Skip it if you are a beginner, have only a short stay, or want a guaranteed encounter with manta rays or mola mola. For everyone else, the combination of site variety, helpful guides, and bundled costs makes this a strong-value way to see more of Lembongan’s underwater world.

FAQ

How many scuba sessions are included?

The package includes seven fun sessions. All seven must be completed through the center within seven days.

Which sites are included?

The named sites are Crystal Bay, Manta Point, Mangrove Point, Toyapakeh, and Jungut Batu Beach. The exact order and use of the sites may depend on conditions and the center’s plan.

Do I need to be certified?

Yes. This activity is reserved for certified scuba divers. You should also have been underwater within the past year, or you may need a refresher session for an additional fee.

Is equipment included?

Yes. The package includes a mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy control jacket, regulator, other instruments, wetsuit, and weight belt.

Are transfers included?

Yes. Two-way transfers from your accommodation on Nusa Lembongan are included. The activity begins and ends at Dive Concepts Lembongan in Jungutbatu.

What happens if bad weather cancels the activity?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you will be offered a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund.