Gili Mimpang Island: Shark Junction and Wall Dive Sites

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Type:

Three mini rock islands, slope, overhangs and walls.

Access:

15 minutes by speed boat from Padang Bai.

Coral Reef State:

Excellent coverage and variety.

Fish Species:

Very good number and variety, 80% chance of seeing sharks, occasionally devil ray and mola-mola (oceanic sun fish).

Current:

Moderate to strong. This dive site can be difficult as its size prohibits drifting.

Visibility:

30m+ (June-October).

Note:

Around new moon only enjoyable for the experienced diver because of strong and tricky currents.

Highlights:

Shark junction, one of the few spots to get a shot of swimming shark from underneath, get your UW video ready!!!