Gili Selang Dive Site – Candidasa, Bali

Site Overview

Gili Selang is one of the most spectacular dive sites in the Candidasa area, a dramatic coral wall that rises from the depths off a small rocky islet just south of the Candidasa coastline. The site benefits from its position in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lombok Strait, where the Indonesian Throughflow brings an extraordinary abundance of marine life that transforms the wall into a living tapestry of color and biodiversity. The wall face is covered with massive gorgonian fans, soft corals in every shade of pink, orange, and purple, and barrel sponges that provide habitat for a staggering diversity of smaller creatures. Whitetip reef sharks patrol the base of the wall, while Napoleon wrasse cruise through the bommies in search of a meal. Hawksbill turtles are regular visitors, often seen gliding gracefully along the wall face. On the best days, reef manta rays cruise past the islet during the incoming tide, attracted by the nutrient-rich upwellings. The current at Gili Selang creates excellent drift diving conditions, allowing divers to cover a large area of the wall with minimal effort while enjoying the spectacular marine scenery. The site is often combined with nearby Biaha and Gili Mimpang for a full day of world-class diving in the Candidasa area.