

Best for advanced divers, 10-40m, boat entry, strong current.
The Toilet Bowl in Padang Bai is a challenging dive site featuring a complex topography of reefs, walls, canyons, and caves. Reaching depths between 10 and 40 metres, the site is suited for advanced divers due to strong currents, surge, and the presence of down currents. Divers should be prepared for an overhead environment within the cave systems. Access is by boat only, with visibility typically ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Water temperatures generally sit between 26 and 28 degrees Celsius, though cold thermoclines can cause temperatures to drop as low as 19 degrees Celsius.
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The site is known for the USAT Liberty wreck, a cargo ship sunk during World War II.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
10-40m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-28°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents, surge, and potential for down currents.
The site ranges from 10 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
While the site has a snorkel rating of 5/5, the strong currents and surge make it a site primarily managed for boat-based activities.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at The Toilet Bowl in Karangasem. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 28°C.
Divers at The Toilet Bowl in Karangasem should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
The Toilet Bowl in Karangasem can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at The Toilet Bowl in Karangasem typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.