Bali Diving is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 257 Google reviews. Below are the things guests mention most often, with a few reviews from the past year to show what a day with us is really like.
The reviews on this page are short English summaries of what guests wrote on Google, some of them translated from other languages. You can read every review in full, in the guest's own words, on our Google Business profile.
1. Patient instructors who build your confidence
The most common theme by far is patience. Many of our guests are first-time divers or a little nervous underwater, and they single out instructors who slowed down, explained things clearly and gave them time. Guests mention instructors such as Eka, Ketut, Yuda, Ari and Chris by name.
Excellent school. The owner sent all course details upfront, and a driver picked me up daily. My instructor Eka was patient when I was scared underwater. I felt safe and confident.
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Yuda made everything simple and easy to understand. He was very patient and gave us the confidence to enjoy every dive.
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2. Safety first, on every dive
Guests often say they "always felt safe". Reviewers point to clear briefings, well-maintained equipment and guides who know the sites and the conditions.
Got my Open Water certification with Eka. I always felt safe, and he did everything very professionally.
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Great beginner dive in Padang Bai. Mr Eka guided us well, took photos, and was careful about our safety.
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3. Everything organised for you
A dive day in Bali can mean long drives and early starts. Reviews regularly mention the parts we take off your hands: course details sent before you arrive, hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch on dive days and all the equipment ready to go.
Our boat trip was cancelled, so we got PADI certified instead. Bali Diving arranged everything from the next day, with hotel transport and lunch. Certified in three days, and the value was outstanding. 100% recommended.
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Three days of PADI Open Water, one of my best experiences on the island. Instructor Ketut was patient and kind, and everything was perfectly organised.
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4. Bali's best dive sites, with guides who know them
From the USAT Liberty wreck in Tulamben to the manta rays of Nusa Penida, guests write about the sites as much as the service, and about guides who know where to find the wildlife.
Manta dive at Nusa Penida with a guide of 20 years who knows where the mantas are. Good gear, a safe boat, and I would book again.
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Instructor Ari was reassuring, lunch was good, and the last-day USAT Liberty dive had calm, clear water.
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5. Fair, transparent value
Guests also mention value: clear prices, everything included and no surprises on the day. Our prices are published online and updated every day from our booking system.
Quick answers by phone, friendly staff, and a long but worthwhile trip to the wreck. Instructor Chris made me feel safe, and the price was competitive.
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What guests come to us for
- PADI Open Water: the course most of these reviews are about, usually completed in two or three days.
- Try Scuba: a first dive with an instructor, no certification needed.
- Fun dives: Tulamben, Amed, Nusa Penida, Padang Bai and more for certified divers.
- Snorkelling trips: for non-divers and families.
Frequently asked questions
Are these real Google reviews?
Yes. Every review on this page comes from our Google Business profile. To keep them short, we show English summaries; the full original reviews can be read on Google.
Is Bali Diving good for nervous or first-time divers?
Yes. Many of our reviews come from first-time divers who mention patient instructors and feeling safe. Try Scuba and the PADI Open Water course are designed for complete beginners.
Does Bali Diving include hotel pickup?
Hotel pickup and drop-off in the designated areas are included in our dive trips and courses, along with equipment and lunch on dive days.
How do I leave a review?
After your trip, you can leave a review on our Google Business profile. Your feedback helps future divers and helps us improve.
