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Discover Scuba Diving · Nusa Penida, Bali

Breathe
underwater
for the first time.

No certification required. No previous experience necessary. You don’t even need to know how to swim. Just you, the ocean, and one of the most biodiverse reefs in the world, guided every step of the way.

150+
First-time divers
½day
Half day experience
5
PADI Rated Centre
1:2
Instructor ratio
10+
Min. age
Verified reviews
What first-timers say
5★ rated by first-time divers · Nusa Penida
No experience needed
What is it

Your first breath
underwater.

The PADI Discover Scuba Diving programme is designed for people who are not yet certified divers, under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional. Located off Bali’s southeast coast, Nusa Penida is surrounded by healthy coral reefs, turtles and one of the few places in the world where you may encounter manta rays year-round.

“You don’t need to know how to swim. You don’t need any experience. You just need to want to try.”

And if you love it (which most people do), your Discover Scuba Diving experience can count toward your full PADI Open Water Diver certification.

No experience needed
All equipment included
From age 10
Expert instructor 1-on-1
Real ocean dive
Counts toward OWD cert
What you’ll encounter
You’re going to see this.
How it works

Your experience,
step by step.

From arrival to your first real ocean dive: here’s exactly what happens.

On arrival · 30 min
Briefing &
Gear Up
  • Welcome & safety briefing
  • Equipment fitting (BCD, wetsuit, mask, fins)
  • Basic theory: breathing, equalising, signals
  • Meet your personal PADI instructor

Everything explained at your pace. No rush, no pressure.

1
Gear up briefing
Shallow water practice
2
Shallow water · 20 min
First Breath
Underwater
  • First breath underwater in shallow water
  • Learn to equalise your ears
  • Buoyancy basics with your instructor
  • Mask clearing & regulator recovery

Once you’re confident, we head straight to the reef.

Open ocean · 40 min
Your First
Ocean Dive
  • Boat from our beachfront base
  • Guided dive to up to 12m depth
  • Turtles, coral gardens, tropical fish
  • Instructor by your side the whole time

Your first real dive: the feeling you’ll never forget.

3
Ocean dive
You just
Breathed Underwater
First dive complete · Welcome to the underwater world
Real experience

They tried it.
They loved it.

Temple Diving guide helping a diver into the water
★★★★★

“I don’t usually leave reviews, but Temple Diving deserved one. Right by the beach, equipment in great shape, and a calmly professional team from the start. I’ve dived on four continents, and this Discover Scuba Diving session still ranks among my best: 15+ manta rays, 3 turtles, 2 moray eels and more reef fish and coral than I could count. Afterwards we showered, had lunch and relaxed by the pool. Next time I’m in Bali, I’m diving with them again. Highly recommend.”

ML
Marie L.
★★★★★
France · First-time diver
Manta ray diving with Temple Diving
★★★★★

“Made was my instructor for my Discover Scuba Diving session, and she was fantastic. Temple Dive Center was impressively safety conscious. She guided us through incredible dive sites in Nusa Penida, including Manta Point where we spotted two giants, plus beautiful corals, turtles and more. The center sits right next to our villa, Blue Harbor Villas, super convenient, and lunch afterwards was delicious. Thank you Made for making our Bali dive so enjoyable!”

DK
David K.
★★★★★
UK · Family trip
Coral reef and fish at a Temple Diving dive site
★★★★★

“Great experience doing my first Discover Scuba Diving dive with them. I was nervous, but One, who welcomed us, put me right at ease. My instructor Maddy was calm and patient throughout. On my very first dive I saw multiple manta rays, a turtle and a sea snake, plus a stonefish, a pufferfish and countless other fish. Worth every penny.”

RS
Ryo S.
★★★★★
Japan · Solo traveller
Why Temple Diving

Why choose Temple Diving?

Pricing

One price.
Everything included.

No surprises. Book online and secure your spot.

Discover Scuba Diving
Try Diving · First Dive
Price per person
IDR 2,750,000
2,200,000
≈ USD 135 · EUR 124

Course specifications

DurationHalf day
Dives includedPool session + 1 ocean dive
Min. certificationNone, no experience needed
Min. age10 years old
Instructor ratioMax 2 students / instructor
Meet time8:00 AM at Temple Diving
Max depthUp to 12 metres
Counts towardPADI Open Water Diver

What’s included

  • Full Discover Scuba Diving programme
  • All scuba equipment (BCD, wetsuit, tank, regulators…)
  • Safety briefing & theory session
  • Pool session to practise the basics
  • 1 guided ocean dive up to 12m
  • 1-on-1 attention, max 2 students per instructor
  • Boat from our beachfront base
  • Possible manta ray dive at Manta Point, conditions permitting
Groups of 3+ get 10% off · Continuing to the full PADI Open Water Diver course? Your Discover Scuba fee counts toward it.
✈️ No flying within 12h after your dive. Plan your onward travel with a buffer after your dive day.
Preparation

Before you arrive.

Everything you need to know to make your experience smooth and stress-free.

🎒 What to bring

  • Swimwear (worn under wetsuit)
  • Towel & change of clothes
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Water bottle & light snack
  • Seasickness tablets if needed
  • GoPro / underwater camera (optional)

📋 Good to know

  • Min. age 10 years old
  • Reasonable physical health required
  • Confirm attendance via WhatsApp
  • Meet time: 8:00 AM at Temple Diving
  • Avoid alcohol the night before
  • Don’t fly within 12h after diving

🤿 After your dive

  • Wait 12h before your next flight
  • Stay hydrated post-dive
  • Ask about the full PADI OWD course
  • Your DSD fee counts toward OWD
  • Leave us a review on Tripadvisor
FAQ

Questions before
you book

Do I need any experience?
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None at all. Discover Scuba Diving was specifically designed for people who are not certified divers. You just need to be in reasonable health.
Do I need to know how to swim?
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No. Swimming skills are not required for this experience. Your instructor remains with you throughout the dive, and the programme is specifically designed for beginners.
Is it safe? What if I panic?
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Your instructor is with you at all times: this is a 1-on-1 experience. If at any point you feel uncomfortable, you simply surface. There’s no pressure and no rush. The shallow water session before the ocean dive is specifically designed to build your confidence first.
Will I see manta rays?
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Manta rays are present year-round in Nusa Penida. We can’t guarantee a sighting, but many of our Discover Scuba divers encounter them. At minimum, you’ll be diving a stunning coral reef with turtles and tropical fish.
What’s the minimum age?
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10 years old minimum. Children under 15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who also participates.
Can I use this toward my PADI certification?
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Yes! If you decide to continue and complete the full PADI Open Water Diver course, your Discover Scuba fee is applied toward it. It’s a great way to try before you commit.
How do I get to Nusa Penida?
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Fast boat from Sanur (Bali) takes about 45 minutes. We’re right on the beach at Jl. Ped – Buyuk, Ped, Nusa Penida. WhatsApp us and we’ll send directions and boat recommendations.
Group discounts?
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Yes, groups of 3 or more get 10% off. Contact us via WhatsApp before booking.
Find us

We’re right
on the beach.

Temple Diving · Nusa Penida

AddressJl. Ped – Buyuk, Ped, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali 80771
Meet time8:00 AM daily at Temple Diving
Getting thereFast boat from Sanur (Bali) → ~45 min. WhatsApp us for boat tips.
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It starts with a single breath

Ready to breathe
underwater?

Most certified divers remember their first dive for the rest of their lives. The moment they realised they could breathe underwater. Come and discover what you’ve been missing.