Baong Penyu (Turtle's Head)

Beginner-friendly reef with coral restoration near Padang Bai.

Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
20m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located in the Padang Bai area and extends approximately 1 kilometer from a distinctive rock formation resembling a turtle’s neck (known locally as Baong Penyu) towards Jepun beach. The shallow reefs range from 5 to 15 meters deep, gradually deepening to a maximum of 20 meters offshore. This location offers excellent opportunities for both beginners and those undertaking training dives. You'll find several areas dedicated to coral reef rehabilitation, particularly marked by spider or star-shaped frames. To the south, adjacent to the rock outcrop, there’s a mini-wall descending to a maximum depth of 16 meters towards the Blue Lagoon.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

coral reefturtlewall dive

Marine Life

Green turtleClownfishAngelfishMoray eelNudibranchHard coralsSoft corals

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow reefs from 5-15 meters make it ideal for beginners and training dives.

Hazards:
boat trafficcurrent
Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 28.7°C

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