

Best for advanced divers, 5-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Malibu Point is a demanding drift dive located off Nusa Penida, Indonesia. The site features a reef crest at 5 metres that transitions into a wall and drop-off, extending to a maximum depth of 40 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents that can surge with little warning, requiring advanced buoyancy control and careful monitoring of depth. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures generally sit between 26C and 28C, though significant thermoclines are present at depth. Access is by boat only, and divers must follow guide briefings regarding entry timing and current conditions.
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The site offers three distinct profiles from one entry point: a sheltered creek for macro, a southern wall for drift practice, and a northern wall for pelagic encounters.
The site begins in a small creek directly in front of Pantai Sharon on the east coast of Nusa Penida.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-28°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
No, this site is rated for advanced divers due to the presence of strong, unpredictable currents and significant depths.
The site ranges from a shallow reef crest at 5 metres down to a maximum depth of 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Malibu Point is boat-access only. A boat is required to reach the site and manage the drift conditions.
Hazards include deep water, strong currents that can surge unexpectedly, and cold thermoclines encountered at depth.
Diving at Malibu Point in Nusa Penida requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Malibu Point in Nusa Penida. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Malibu Point in Nusa Penida are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Malibu Point in Nusa Penida. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Malibu Point in Nusa Penida typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.