Shore-access advanced drift dive with average visibility around 15 m and strong current.
Pura Ped is a north-coast Nusa Penida drift reef with coral and current.
Pura Ped is a north-coast Nusa Penida drift reef with coral and current.
The current can change direction and strength mid-dive, so local guidance is the safest way to pick the right entry and drift.
Pura Ped is a north-coast Nusa Penida drift reef with a shallow plateau and a long sloping wall. Coral cover stays strong along the route, but the flow can move from gentle to fast, so timing and local guidance matter.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 40m
Depth Note
Sloping reef starts around 5 m and descends to 40 m and beyond.
Best Season
Year-round, with July-October giving cooler water and the main Mola Mola window.
Typical Conditions
Currents range from mild to strong.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Currents can range from mild to strong, so plan the dive for conditions and team experience.
Access Restrictions
Use a local guide and avoid unsupported entry when the flow is running; this is not a relaxed choice for weak swimmers.
Legal Notes
The site sits within the Nusa Penida MPA, so follow operator briefings, no-touch rules, and any temple-front access etiquette.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suited to scuba on a sloping reef from about 5 m down to 40 m and deeper; current can be a major factor.
Freediving
Calm-day freediving is possible over the shallow plateau, but the site is better treated as a current-aware drift than a relaxed no-current reef.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is only sensible on calm days with strong swimming ability; the site usually feels more comfortable as a drift dive than a casual snorkel.
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
Shore-access advanced drift dive with average visibility around 15 m and strong current.
Nusa Penida destination context for the north-coast drift dive cluster.
North-coast drift dive described as popular, guided by local instructors, with a shallow plateau and coral slope.
Beach-front temple site, strong current that can change mid-dive, healthy coral and a broad reef-fish mix.
Temple-front shore entry, easy access to shallow reefs, drift current, swell in shallow water, turtles and reef fish.
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