2-Day Discover Scuba Diving in Nusa Lembongan: Manta Rays

Breathing underwater for the first time, with manta rays at your cleaning station.

A 2-day scuba initiation course in Nusa Lembongan where you learn to dive in a pool on day one, then make two open-water dives on day two at Manta Point and Crystal Bay. A certified instructor guides you through the basics of equipment, buoyancy and underwater movement, with all gear provided. Maximum depth is 12 meters. Minimum age is 10 years.

The experience

The course runs in two stages so the learning curve stays manageable. Day one happens in the dive center's pool, where an instructor walks you through the fundamentals: how to assemble your equipment, how breathing underwater actually feels, and the buoyancy control that keeps you stable at depth. You'll practice basic skills under direct supervision until you're comfortable with the sensation and the gear. Nothing happens fast. The point is to be at ease before the boat leaves the dock.

Day two is the open water. You'll dive first at Manta Point, a shallow cleaning station where manta rays gather: the depth here runs 3 to 5 meters, which is where beginners get their footing. After a rest and food on the boat, you make a second dive at Crystal Bay. All equipment is provided: mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy control jacket, regulator and the rest. Wetsuit and weight belt are included too. The instructor stays with you the whole time, watching how you move and adjust.

The dive center sits on Nusa Lembongan with facilities for what comes after: shower, locker, change room, WiFi. A certified guide speaks English, Spanish or French. Note that reaching Manta Point carries an extra fee of 300,000 Rp. per person. Digital photos or videos of your dives are available to purchase if you want proof of the moment.

What’s included

• All diving equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy control jacket, regulator).
• wetsuit and weight belt.
• certified instructor for both days.
• dive center facilities including shower, locker, change room and WiFi.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (21 to 44 years) · Senior (45 to 90 years) · Youth (13 to 20 years) · Child (10 to 12 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Dive Concepts Bali

Is this one for you?You operate the equipment yourself under an instructor's direct supervision, which is what makes the two-day structure necessary: day one in the pool builds the foundation so day two in open water feels manageable rather than overwhelming. Choose this if you want to learn to dive rather than watch it happen, and if you have two consecutive days to commit to the course.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 20 years); Child (10 to 12 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What happens on the first day of the scuba course?

Day one is pool training at the dive center. You'll get a briefing on diving basics, then practice assembling your equipment and adapting to breathing underwater in a controlled setting. An instructor teaches you buoyancy control and basic underwater skills so you're ready for open water the next day.

Where do the open-water dives happen on day two?

You dive at Manta Point first, a shallow cleaning station at 3 to 5 meters where manta rays often gather. After a break on the boat, the second dive is at Crystal Bay. Both dives stay within the 12-meter maximum depth for this course.

What equipment do I need to bring, and what's provided?

The dive center provides everything: mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy control jacket, regulator and other instruments. Wetsuit and weight belt are included. You just need to bring yourself and a valid ID. The instructor handles the rest.

Is this course suitable for someone who has never dived before?

Yes, the Discover Scuba course is designed for beginners. The two-day structure and pool training on day one mean you build skills gradually before entering the ocean. You must be at least 10 years old and have moderate physical fitness. The course is not recommended for people with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or during pregnancy.

What's included in the price, and what costs extra?

The course includes all diving equipment, wetsuit, weight belt, certified instructor, and dive center facilities like shower, locker and WiFi. Reaching Manta Point requires an additional fee of 300,000 Rp. per person. Digital photos or videos of your dives can be purchased separately if you want them.

Can I stay near the dive center, and do you offer accommodation?

Yes. The dive center has dormitory and bungalow accommodation available. You can arrange a room when you book the course if you want to stay on Nusa Lembongan before or after your dives.