SNORKELING AT MENJANGAN

If you are in Bali and wanting to to snorkel—some Bali activities, you’d better try the small Menjangan Island located on the northwest of Bali Island. The word menjangan itself is the Indonesian word for deer. Judging from the name, the island actually is one of Balinese West National Parks where visitors can see wild deer. Not only the deer wildlife that visitors may find, but the island is the world-class place for snorkeling or Scuba Diving. The underwater scenery definitely will make snorkelers and divers drop their jaws for it is so beautiful. The coral reef and lots of various fish around you to adorn the underwater world even makes you feel more amazed.

Another great thing to have is after you emerge from the water is you’ll see a huge temple facing the sea. After seeing the view of the temple, undoubtedly you can’t wait to take pictures of it. Menjangan Island is also the best place for diving, especially for the rookies. This island is perfect for them to learn to dive for its clarity of the water. If divers go deeper and deeper into the sea, they will see the beauty of underwater so clearly. Not to mention its fish and sea creatures, which are various and colorful that make divers want to dive again and again in this place. Obviously, this will be an unforgettable experience for them.

Before now, the island’s underwater world was damaged as the consequence of fishermen’s actions when fishing with dynamites. Luckily, local people and diving operators got together returning the underwater world to the one it should be. They will chase those wanting to do the fishing with dynamites and report them to the rangers of the island. If you decide to snorkel and dive in Menjangan Island, you can come here during the southeast monsoon from April to November. The best visibility of the Island’s underwater is from July to September.

It is safe to snorkel and dive in this place from the open sea’s cold currents, only visitors won’t see larger fish. Don’t worry if you want to come to Bali from December to March, there are still many sites to snorkel and dive in Bali. Just be well informed about this. You can’t wait to do fun activities on this island, can you? Yes, it is guaranteed that you will have such an amazing experience to come to Menjangan Island. To make your journey in Bali even more comfortable, it is suggested that you contact Bali Trip Center available with various Bali Trip Packages. 

" Get ready to start the journey to Menjangan Island by riding in Jukung—a traditional local boat"

" Take and document pictures with Ganesha Statue welcoming Menjangan Island’s visitors as getting to the island.  "

" See in Menjangan Island the wildlife of Menjangan the Indonesian word for deer."

" Have the best spot for snorkeling with the help of our experienced and skillful guides.  "