Bias Tugel
Immerse yourself in a world of wonder as you explore the captivating realm of hard and soft coral teeming with an abundance of reef fish, moray eels, green and hawkbill turtles, stingrays, nudibranchs, pigmy seahorses, cuttlefish, octopus, and snake eels. With its enchanting marine life, Bias Tugel serves as an ideal destination for underwater macro photography enthusiasts, offering an opportunity to capture the mesmerizing beauty of various types of nudibranchs, crabs, and pigmy seahorses.
Reaching this captivating dive site is a breeze, as it is a mere 5-minute boat ride away from the shore using a traditional vessel. Dive into the crystal-clear waters and discover the wide diversity of reef fish that call Bias Tugel their home. The site features a gentle slope that gradually transitions into a steep wall at a depth of 27 meters. For experienced divers, this is an unparalleled opportunity to witness the majestic presence of Mola mola, also known as the Oceanic sunfish, as they visit the depths of 30 to 35 meters after the steep wall. These magnificent creatures grace the area between July and October when the water temperature drops below 22 degrees.
Enhance your underwater adventure at Bias Tugel with impressive visibility of 14 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters. It is recommended for advanced divers seeking a thrilling and rewarding experience. Indulge in the enchanting beauty of this Indonesian dive site, ready to ignite your sense of wonder and leave you with lasting memories.
Close Location: Warung Pari, To Nusa Penida, Padangbai, Bali, Indonesia.
Diving Conditions Score for Bias Tugel
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bias Tugel
Depth
19m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Bias Tugel
Wave Height
1.16m
Wind Speed
10.1 m/s
Water Temp
27.8°C
Visibility
16.5km
Cloud Cover
11%
Wave Period
9.8s
Air Temperature
23°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Bias Tugel
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 7.256598412698413/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.24m, Wind 6.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.083361988304093/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Bias Tugel are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1.24m (10.5s), Wind: 6.3 m/s
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.28m, Wind: 3.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bias TugelAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bias Tugel
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Bias Tugel
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Bias Tugel
Ideal Conditions for Bias Tugel
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
May
Visibility
13.3m / 43.6ft
May
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bias Tugel
Bias Tugel follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.0°C) and December the coldest (22.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 0.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). May is usually the driest month with 1.2mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026