Diving Archives - Lotus Bungalows

New Leadership and Upgrades at Gangga Divers Candidasa

Posted on 27 November 2023

In the heart of Bali‘s dive scene, Gianluca, the newly appointed manager of Gangga Divers at Lotus Bungalows Candidasa, is making waves with a fresh perspective. Born and raised in Italy, this 41-year-old marine enthusiast traded in his career in finance for a life submerged in his passion for the ocean. With over a decade of diving experience in Italy and the Maldives, Gianluca set his sights on Indonesia, eager to explore what the thousands (more…)

Taking a Recovery Day After Scuba Diving

Posted on 24 October 2023

Taking a recovery day after scuba diving is a good practice, especially if you’ve had multiple dives or have been diving to significant depths. Scuba diving can put physical and physiological stress on your body, and a recovery day can help ensure your safety and well-being. Here are some reasons why taking a recovery day is important, and also some tips on how to recover. (more…)

Muck Diving in Bali Explained

Posted on 30 August 2023

Muck diving is a type of scuba diving that involves exploring muddy or sediment-rich environments, typically found in shallow coastal areas or areas with volcanic activity. Unlike traditional reef diving, which focuses on exploring colorful coral reefs, muck diving takes place in areas with seemingly unappealing or barren seabeds. However, beneath the surface lies a hidden world of unique marine life and fascinating creatures. There is (more…)

Our Top 5 Reasons For Getting Into Scuba Diving

Posted on 25 May 2023

Scuba diving is a niche hobby that some people are immediately drawn to and others have no desire to even try. Many people are intrigued by the prospect of exploring the underwater world but worry about the cost of training or traveling, the gear, or even safety of the sport. This can cause hesitation in getting certified and starting to dive. We want as many people as possible to experience this incredible sport, so we’ve put together 5 (more…)

The Top 8 Dives for Beginner Scuba Divers in Bali

Posted on 21 March 2023

Bali is a well-known destination for scuba diving with rich marine life and diverse underwater landscapes. For beginner scuba divers, there are plenty of dive sites in Bali that offer safe and easy dives with stunning marine life. If you are a beginner diver thinking of fitting some diving in while you are in Bali, here are our top 8 dives for beginner scuba divers in Bali. (more…)