Amed & Jemeluk Bay

Black volcanic sand below Mount Agung — coral gardens just metres from shore make this one of the best snorkelling beaches in Bali.

Best for: Snorkelling, diving and Mount Agung views

About Amed & Jemeluk Bay

Amed is a 12 km stretch of small fishing villages on Bali's north-east coast — black volcanic sand, calm clear water, the perfect cone of Mount Agung rising behind, and some of the best snorkelling and free-diving in Indonesia just 30 m off the beach.

Quick facts

Waves: Calm
Sand: Black volcanic
Crowds: Quiet
Accessibility: Drive-in coastal road

Beach-specific planning notes

Best fit

Snorkelling, diving and Mount Agung views. Sand and setting: Black volcanic.

Conditions and timing

Calm Waves; Quiet Crowds. Check local sea conditions before swimming or entering the water.

Access to confirm

Drive-in coastal road Confirm current access and fees locally before setting out.

Things to do at Amed & Jemeluk Bay

Snorkel Jemeluk Bay coral garden — Healthy coral and reef fish 30 m offshore — entry from the public beach is free.
Dive the USAT Liberty wreck — 20 min north at Tulamben — one of the world's most accessible WWII wreck dives.
Sunrise paddle in a jukung — Local fishermen offer 1-hr sunrise outriggers — Mount Agung silhouetted behind.
Free-diving school — Amed is one of Asia's top freediving destinations — Apneista and Apnea Bali both teach courses.

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