Nusa Penida is one of the most talked-about diving destinations in Bali, and for good reason. The island sits in a stretch of ocean where warm and cold currents converge, creating conditions that attract some of Indonesia's most impressive marine life, including Mola Mola, manta rays, and an enormous variety of reef species. However, those same currents also make Nusa Penida one of the more challenging destinations in the region. Whether Nusa Penida is suitable for beginner divers depends heavily on which sites are visited and what the conditions are like on the day. What Makes Nusa Penida Different From Other Bali Dive Sites? Nusa Penida is located in the channel between Bali and Lombok, where large volumes of water are pushed through from the Indian Ocean. This creates upwellings of cold, nutrient-rich water that feed the marine ecosystem and attract large pelagic species. The same water movement can produce strong and unpredictable currents that require experience to naviga...