Artificial reef and typical depth context.
Walk-in Amed muck dive for macro hunting.
Ghost Bay is a walk-in muck site right in front of the Amed dive center, built for patient macro hunting and slow camera work. The terrain mixes black sand, artificial reef pieces, gentle slopes, and nearby coral patches, so the reward is in tiny subjects rather than big scenery. It works for day or night dives and is best on calm, easy days when the entry and surface stay relaxed.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 25m
Depth Note
Shallow muck site starting around 3m and extending into the mid-20s, with the richest critter hunting on the shallower sandy and reefy sections.
Best Season
April to November
Typical Conditions
Black sand and artificial reef pieces with gentle slopes, nearby coral patches, and mild currents; the rainy season can cut visibility and add surface chop.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Move slowly and keep your trim off the bottom. The site rewards careful eyes, but stonefish and scorpionfish are part of the habitat, so hands off the rubble and reef pieces.
Access Restrictions
Shore entry right in front of Amed Dive Center; easiest on calm days when the beach approach and surface chop are mild.
Legal Notes
Standard shore-access rules apply; use a guide or local briefing so you do not disturb the artificial reef and critter habitat.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Excellent for macro dives and underwater photography, especially day or night sessions with a patient pace.
Freediving
Only a calm, shallow observation spot for breath-hold work; it is not a true freedive training site.
Snorkeling
Possible in very calm water, but the site is built for scuba and macro photography rather than casual surface snorkelling.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Artificial reef and typical depth context.
House-reef framing, macro life, and photography context.
Local house-reef location and macro framing.
Shore access, year-round diving, visibility, and night-dive recommendation.
Depth band, current, and macro species list.
Amed dry-season timing and shelter from swell/current.
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