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USAT Liberty (Wreck)

Welcome to the USAT Liberty Shipwreck, the premier dive site in Bali and ranked as the third best wreck diving destination worldwide! Located just 25 meters off the coast, this historical shipwreck rests at depths ranging from 4 to 29 meters below the surface, mainly concentrated in a shallow area. The absence of strong currents, along with the crystal-clear waters and warm temperatures, create the perfect conditions for an unforgettable dive.

Discover a mesmerizing underwater world teeming with over 100 species of reef fish, majestic moray eels, enchanting garden eels, vibrant humphead parrotfish, graceful stingrays, impressive potato groupers, and even elusive lobsters and fascinating creatures like nudibranchs.

The USAT Liberty Shipwreck is conveniently positioned within a short distance of the beach, enabling easy access for shore diving. The pebbled terrain adds a unique touch to your diving experience and helps maintain water clarity during periods of larger waves. This incredible site has been captivating divers since its exploration in 1982, quickly gaining fame as one of Bali's favorite dive spots and earning recognition as one of the world's top historical wreck dives.

Tulamben, the enchanting location of the USAT Liberty Shipwreck, offers a serene and warm underwater environment, ideal for both novice and seasoned divers. Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or expert in your field, this dive site caters to divers of all experience levels. In fact, it's even suitable for those looking to try scuba diving for the first time!

Explore the underwater marvels of Indonesia at the USAT Liberty Shipwreck in Tulamben, Bali. Immerse yourself in calm, clear waters boasting a visibility of up to 15 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters. Plan your dive adventure today and indulge in an unparalleled diving experience that will leave you in awe.

Location: USAT Liberty Wreck, Jalan Raya Amlapura-Singaraja, Tulamben, Bali, 80853, Indonesia.

Diving Conditions Score for USAT Liberty (Wreck)

7.4
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for USAT Liberty (Wreck)

Depth

20m

Visibility

15m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for USAT Liberty (Wreck)

Wave Height

0.72m

Wind Speed

8 m/s

Water Temp

29.2°C

Visibility

17.54km

Cloud Cover

12%

Wave Period

6.05s

Air Temperature

29.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for USAT Liberty (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for USAT Liberty (Wreck)

Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.418612195121952/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 2.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.944584615384616/10.

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

Sunrise at USAT Liberty (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at USAT Liberty (Wreck): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at USAT Liberty (Wreck) 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
9:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.72m (6.15s), Wind: 2.2 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 2.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for USAT Liberty (Wreck)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at USAT Liberty (Wreck)

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 USAT Liberty (Wreck)

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 USAT Liberty (Wreck)

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

Ideal Conditions for USAT Liberty (Wreck)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.1°C / 80.8°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.9m / 45.6ft

April

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.6m / 2.0ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for USAT Liberty (Wreck)

USAT Liberty (Wreck) follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.3°C) and January the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.6m 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 0.3mm 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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