Amed dive-center ecosystem and site routing.
Shallow Amed artificial reef with easy access and dense reef life.
Shallow Amed artificial reef with easy access and dense reef life.
Iconic Amed artificial reef made of concrete pyramids set just offshore to regenerate the seabed. The site combines a shallow, beginner-friendly slope with deeper reef sections, so it works for relaxed reef exploration, macro hunting, and easy photography as well as longer guided dives. Calm water, straightforward beach access, and dense reef life make it one of Amed's signature dive sites.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 30m
Depth Note
The shallowest pyramids sit around 4-5m, with the deepest ones around 25-30m.
Best Season
May to October
Typical Conditions
Shallow artificial reef with calm water, easy navigation, and a mix of coral growth, sandy slope, and reef fish.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Watch buoyancy in the shallows, avoid bumping the artificial structures, and treat mild current or swell as part of the dive window.
Access Restrictions
Beach access is straightforward and the site is also used for short boat transfers; local operators make it easy to reach.
Legal Notes
Treat the artificial reef as protected dive infrastructure and do not move or remove any structures or marine life.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A beginner-friendly reef dive that also works for easy photography and relaxed exploration.
Snorkeling
Snorkelers can use the shallow reef when the sea is calm and the entry window is straightforward.
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
Amed dive-center ecosystem and site routing.
Artificial reef identity and sparkling-life profile.
Depth, visibility, and all-levels profile.
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