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Shallow plateau, weak current, coral slope, and fauna overview.
Dive Spot Guide•
Buyuk
North-coast Nusa Penida boat dive with reef, macro, and pelagics.
Boat access, shallow start, then a gentle slope that can drift; keep an eye on current shifts and north-coast surface traffic.
About Buyuk
Buyuk is a north-coast Nusa Penida boat dive with a shallow sandy start that rolls into a gentler sloping reef. It blends coral relief, macro hunting on the plateau, and open-blue passes where sunfish and sharks can appear. It usually works best with a local guide in mild current, but drift can build quickly and the north-coast surface lane needs attention on ascent.
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Research Estimate At Buyuk
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Buyuk?
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Buyuk Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 40m
Depth Note
Shallow plateau around 5 m; the main reef profile runs to about 40 m.
Best Season
Year-round; July-October for mola and June-September for larger pelagics.
Typical Conditions
Shallow sandy plateau, gentle slope, and low to moderate current; conditions can shift into a drift dive.
Safety & Access At Buyuk
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over the shallow reef and stay alert for current changes and boat traffic on ascent.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; keep ascents clear of the north-coast ferry lane and plan with a local guide.
Legal Notes
Follow local boat and marine-park instructions; surface traffic control matters near the north-coast ferry line.
Local Intel For Buyuk
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Buyuk is best as a guided boat dive. Start shallow on sand, then follow the sloping reef and adjust to the current rather than forcing a fixed line.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the drift profile and boat logistics make Buyuk a better scuba dive.
Snorkeling
Not a dedicated snorkel site; only the shallow start is realistic, and even that is best left to calm days.
Wildlife at Buyuk
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Buyuk
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Buyuk
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
