

Best for beginner divers, 5-24m, shore entry, mild current.
The Sand is a muck and reef dive site in Nusa Penida, Indonesia, featuring a sloping sandy bottom that begins at 5 metres and extends to 24 metres. This site is well-suited for macro photography, with smaller marine life found among scattered coral heads and rocks. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Marine life recorded here includes wrasses, which are common, alongside uncommon sightings of Harlequin Sweetlips, Banded Pipefish, Moorish Idols, Eightband Butterflyfish, Blue Dragons, Razorfish, Blackback Anemonefish, pufferfish, Pacific Bullethead Parrotfish, scorpionfish, Blackback Butterflyfish, Pacific Trumpetfish, and crabs. Shore entry is required. Be aware of hazards including sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-24m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, while uncommon species include Harlequin Sweetlips, Banded Pipefish, Moorish Idols, Eightband Butterflyfish, Blue Dragons, Razorfish, Blackback Anemonefish, pufferfish, Pacific Bullethead Parrotfish, scorpionfish, Blackback Butterflyfish, Pacific Trumpetfish, and various crabs.
Yes, The Sand is rated for beginner divers.
The site features a sloping bottom ranging from 5 to 24 metres in depth.
Access to The Sand is via the shore.
Divers should be cautious of sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish present at the site.
Diving at The Sand in Lembar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at The Sand in Lembar. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The Sand in Lembar typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Sand in Lembar typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.