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Menjangan - Eel Garden

Discover the enchanting dive site of Garden Eel, a beloved spot on Menjangan Island in Indonesia. Immerse yourself in a unique underwater world filled with mesmerizing garden eels nestled among small mounds and sand dunes. This captivating site also offers encounters with an array of marine life including whitetip reef sharks, flounder fish, puffer fish, eagle rays, moray eels, pigmy seahorses, angel fish, and other stunning reef fish.

Located on the western tip of Bali, Menjangan Island is a small, uninhabited gem renowned for its rich biodiversity of corals and fish species. Recognized as part of the West Bali National Park, the island has stringent conservation measures in place to ensure its sustainability. Explore the vibrant flat areas just 25 to 30 meters from the beach, adorned with colorful soft corals, making it a snorkeler's paradise. As you venture deeper, you'll encounter a magnificent wall adorned with impressive corals like sea fans, presenting an ideal opportunity for wide-angle photography enthusiasts. Accessible by boat within 30 to 45 minutes, Menjangan Island is a must-visit destination for beginner and advanced divers alike.

Experience remarkable visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters at this breathtaking dive site. Whether you're starting your diving journey or seeking thrilling underwater adventures, Garden Eel on Menjangan Island promises an extraordinary diving experience that will leave you in awe. Discover the wonders beneath the surface and create unforgettable memories in this magnificent corner of Indonesia.

Diving Conditions Score for Menjangan - Eel Garden

7.8
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Menjangan - Eel Garden

Depth

23m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Menjangan - Eel Garden

Wave Height

0.3m

Wind Speed

12.1 m/s

Water Temp

29.4°C

Visibility

21.58km

Cloud Cover

6%

Wave Period

4.2s

Air Temperature

29.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Menjangan - Eel Garden
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Dive Score Chart for Menjangan - Eel Garden

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.319949019607844/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.4m, Wind 2.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.9285164609053504/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Menjangan - Eel Garden: 06:00
Sunset at Menjangan - Eel Garden: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Menjangan - Eel Garden 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.

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Best Overall
11:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.4m (4.25s), Wind: 2.6 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.26m, Wind: 2.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Menjangan - Eel Garden
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Menjangan - Eel Garden

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 Menjangan - Eel Garden

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Menjangan - Eel Garden

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Menjangan - Eel Garden

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.2m / 40.0ft

April

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.2m / 3.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Menjangan - Eel Garden

Menjangan - Eel Garden follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.0°C) and January the coldest (22.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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). July is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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