5 Fun Dives in Nusa Lembongan (for certified divers) – Swim with a Mola Mola

Mantas and mola mola make this package special. You get five guided scuba trips around Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida, with sites such as Crystal Bay, Manta Point, Toyapakeh, Mangrove Point, and Jungut Batu Beach. I like the wide mix of locations and the fact that equipment, wetsuit, transfers around Nusa Lembongan, and a certified guide are included. I also like the small maximum group size of 10. The main consideration is that the five trips must be completed within seven days, and sightings of mola mola depend on the season and conditions.

This is a package for certified scuba guests, not beginners. You should have completed your last scuba trip within the past year, although a refresher session may be available for an extra fee if it has been longer. The center also offers Wi-Fi, showers, lockers, changing facilities, and a restaurant, which makes the time between sessions easier.

The price is $256.11 per person. That is a solid deal if you intend to use all five outings, but less attractive if your schedule is tight or you only want to see mantas once. Guides named in customer feedback include Hugo, Raymond, Ratno, Baptiste, Mika, and Kemane, with particular praise for calm briefings, safety, and spotting marine life.

Key points to know before booking

• Five sites, not five identical outings: The route can include Crystal Bay, Manta Point, Mangrove Point, Toyapakeh, and Jungut Batu Beach.
• Mola mola sightings are seasonal: You may see the oceanic sunfish, but no operator can promise it.
• Certified scuba guests only: You need current certification and a last outing within the previous year, or possibly a paid refresher.
• Equipment is included: Mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy control jacket, regulator, instruments, wetsuit, and weight belt are provided.
• Use the package within seven days: This is best for a stay of at least two days, with enough flexibility for weather.
• A maximum of 10 people keeps things manageable: You still share the outing, but the group is not enormous.

What the $256.11 package really includes

The price works out to about $51 per underwater outing, before considering the value of the included equipment, instructor, and center facilities. For a certified person who already plans several sessions around the islands, that is the package’s main strength.

You do not need to arrange a separate rental for the basic kit. The package includes a mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy control jacket, regulator, other instruments, wetsuit, and weight belt. That saves luggage space and removes the hassle of comparing rental prices on the island.

Transfers from locations around Nusa Lembongan are included. The meeting point is Dive Concepts Lembongan in Jungutbatu, and the activity returns there. The center is open daily from 8:00 in the morning to 8:00 at night, though your actual meeting time should be confirmed after booking.

The five sessions must be taken at the center within seven days. The listed duration is about two days, and one customer described completing five outings over two days. Still, you should not treat that schedule as a guarantee. Weather, site conditions, and the center’s operating plan can affect the order and timing.

The center has Wi-Fi, toilets, showers, lockers, and a changing room. A restaurant is available at your own expense. These are practical comforts, especially if you have several sessions close together and do not want to return to your accommodation between every one.

Digital photos and videos cost extra. If you want a permanent record of the mantas or your time at Crystal Bay, ask about this before setting out so you understand the added charge.

Starting at Crystal Bay

Crystal Bay is one of the headline locations in this area, and it is included in the five-site plan. Its biggest appeal is the chance to look for mola mola, also called oceanic sunfish, during the right season.

That seasonal detail matters. You might see a mola mola, but the package cannot promise one. Wildlife encounters depend on conditions, timing, and luck, so you should book this for the overall quality of the underwater areas rather than for one guaranteed animal.

Crystal Bay can also be a more demanding location when conditions change. The operator requires a moderate level of physical fitness, and you should pay close attention to the guide’s briefing. If you are newly certified or have not been in the water for a while, tell the center before the first session.

This is also where a calm guide can make a real difference. Feedback gives special credit to guides such as Hugo, Raymond, and Mika for relaxed instruction, clear briefings, and helping people feel secure. That is useful reassurance when a famous site brings high expectations.

Looking for mantas at Manta Point

Manta Point is the package’s other major attraction. The area around Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida is known for manta rays, and the strongest customer praise centers on close encounters with these large animals.

One account describes five mantas circling the group. Others describe seeing several mantas along with reef sharks, turtles, angel fish, puffer fish, lion fish, and dolphins. Those sightings are not promised, but they show the range of marine life you might find in the area.

Your guide’s role here is more than simply leading the route. Baptiste was praised for clear briefings and a calm approach at Manta Point, while Kemane received particular credit for spotting animals and helping people feel safe. A good guide can point out creatures you would easily miss while managing the pace of the group.

Manta Point is not a guaranteed wildlife show. You may have a quiet session, and sea conditions can affect visibility and comfort. That uncertainty is part of the deal with wild animals, but the location still gives the package a strong reason to book.

Exploring Mangrove Point at Nusa Lembongan

Mangrove Point offers a change from the larger-animal focus of Crystal Bay and Manta Point. It is listed as a site near the mangrove area of Nusa Lembongan, giving you another type of underwater setting within the same package.

That variety helps prevent the five sessions from feeling repetitive. You are not paying to return to one single location again and again. Instead, the plan gives you a chance to see different parts of the local marine environment, with coral and smaller creatures adding interest between manta searches.

The tradeoff is simple: Mangrove Point may not deliver the same dramatic anticipation as a manta site. If your only goal is a photograph with a giant ray, this stop could feel less exciting. If you enjoy noticing reef life and comparing different sites, it improves the package.

Because all five locations are subject to local conditions, the exact order may change. The center’s staff can advise which site fits the day’s conditions best. I would treat the itinerary as a useful outline rather than a fixed promise.

Toyapakeh and the value of site variety

Toyapakeh adds another Nusa Penida location to the plan. Its inclusion means you can sample more of the area instead of limiting your time to the waters immediately beside Lembongan.

The value here comes from comparison. One session may be about mantas, another about possible mola mola, and another about coral or smaller reef animals. You can finish the package with a better sense of how the different sites around the islands vary.

The customer feedback points to a wide range of sightings across the outings. Along with mantas, people recorded reef sharks, turtles, puffer fish, lion fish, angel fish, and dolphins. You should not expect every animal at Toyapakeh, but the larger point is that the area offers more than one headline species.

Toyapakeh also makes the package more appealing to certified guests who want to spend several days on the water. A single session can be rewarding, but five locations give your guide more chances to match the day with the conditions and your interests.

Jungut Batu Beach for a local finish

Jungut Batu Beach is both the final listed site and the location of the meeting point. That makes the arrangement convenient, since you return to the same general base after the outing.

This stop may suit you if you prefer a straightforward end to the package. You will not need to learn a new meeting location for every session, and the center’s showers, lockers, changing room, Wi-Fi, and restaurant are close at hand.

The beach stop may feel less exotic than traveling farther toward Nusa Penida. That is not a flaw, but it is worth knowing if you want every session to feel like a major expedition. Its value is convenience and local variety, not necessarily the most famous wildlife encounter.

The center’s maximum group size is 10. That is small enough for a guide to keep an eye on the group, though your actual group may be smaller or may include people with different experience levels.

Why the guides matter

The most consistent praise goes to the guides’ attitude and safety habits. Hugo was described as relaxed and fun, Raymond as educational and easygoing, Ratno as attentive and good at pointing out small creatures, and Mika as calm with strong pre-session briefings.

Baptiste received praise both from certified guests and from someone trying scuba for the first time. Kemane was singled out for identifying marine life and guiding people through multiple wrecks with ease. The wreck detail appears in customer feedback, but wrecks are not part of the listed five stops, so you should not assume they are included in your route.

This range of guide names suggests a staffed operation rather than a one-person setup. Your assigned guide may not be one of the names above, and the exact pairing depends on availability. Still, the repeated emphasis on calm instruction and safety is one of the package’s strongest points.

If your last session was more than a year ago, contact the center before arrival. A refresher session may be offered for an additional fee. This is not the right package for someone who has never been certified, and it is not a substitute for a full certification course.

Planning two days around the water

The listed duration is approximately two days, though you have up to seven days to complete all five sessions. I would plan at least two full days on Nusa Lembongan and avoid booking the final session immediately before a tight onward connection.

The package requires a moderate level of physical fitness. You should be comfortable with the demands of repeated water sessions, boat travel, equipment, and changing conditions. The supplied wetsuit and weight belt are useful inclusions, but they do not remove the need to arrive rested and ready.

Weather matters. If poor weather forces cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. That protection is helpful, but it also means you should leave some flexibility in your island schedule.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Since the package is booked an average of 39 days ahead, planning early makes sense, especially if you need five sessions to fit into a short visit.

Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off uses local time.

Who should choose this package?

I would recommend it to a certified scuba guest who wants several sessions, hopes to see mantas, and has enough time to stay flexible. It is especially suitable if you are carrying little equipment and want the convenience of a complete kit supplied at the center.

It also suits people who care about guidance, not just access to the water. The repeated praise for calm briefings, safety, and animal spotting gives the package a friendly, well-supported feel.

You may want a different arrangement if you only have one free afternoon, insist on seeing a mola mola, or are not currently certified. The seven-day limit can also be awkward if your island visit is shorter than two days or packed with other plans.

A dormitory and bungalows are available at the center, but accommodation is not included. That can simplify your schedule if you choose to stay there, though you should check the separate cost and availability before counting on it.

Final call: good value for the right scuba guest

Book this package if you want five guided sessions across several sites and you can accept that wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. The combination of included equipment, transfers around Nusa Lembongan, facilities, and a maximum group of 10 makes $256.11 a fair price for someone who will use the full package.

I would be more cautious if you are chasing only mola mola. That sighting is seasonal, while manta rays and other marine life are possible attractions rather than promises. For the best fit, plan two flexible days, confirm your certification status, and ask about the refresher fee or photo and video costs before arrival.

FAQ

Is this package for beginners?

No. It is reserved for certified scuba guests.

How many underwater sessions are included?

The package includes five fun scuba sessions.

How long do I have to use all five sessions?

All five must be completed at the center within seven days.

Which locations are included?

The listed locations are Crystal Bay, Manta Point, Mangrove Point, Toyapakeh, and Jungut Batu Beach.

Can I see manta rays?

Manta rays are a major reason to choose this area, and sightings are possible. They are wild animals, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Can I see a mola mola?

You may see a mola mola, also called an oceanic sunfish, during the appropriate season. The package does not guarantee a sighting.

Is equipment included?

Yes. The package includes a mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy control jacket, regulator, other instruments, wetsuit, and weight belt.

What facilities are available at the center?

The center provides Wi-Fi, toilets, showers, lockers, and a changing room. A restaurant is available, but food is not included.

What happens if bad weather cancels the activity?

You can receive another date or a full refund if poor weather causes cancellation. Free cancellation by you is available up to 24 hours before the start time.