Tulamben & Kubu · 3–30 m
USAT Liberty: Bali underwater in detail.
The coral-covered cargo ship rests close to shore, offering open structures, schools and multiple depth ranges.
Dive site at a glance
Does USAT Liberty fit your diving holiday?
The coral-covered cargo ship rests close to shore, offering open structures, schools and multiple depth ranges.
Early-morning bumphead parrotfish, trevally, barracuda, turtles and rich macro life.
Orientation point: -8.2733, 115.5927
Underwater scenery at USAT Liberty
- Region
- Tulamben & Kubu
- Typical depth
- 3–30 m
- Suitable for
- Beginners to wreck enthusiasts
- Current
- usually mild
- Access
- Steep pebble shore
Character & experience
What a dive at USAT Liberty feels like.
The coral-covered cargo ship rests close to shore, offering open structures, schools and multiple depth ranges.
An unhurried and observant pace pays off underwater: early-morning bumphead parrotfish, trevally, barracuda, turtles and rich macro life. Route choice depends on entry, tidal window, visibility, current and experience, keeping the dive both memorable and controlled.
The drive from Padang Bai usually takes about 75 to 110 minutes. Many entries cross steep pebble beaches, with local helpers assisting.
Who is this site for?
Our classification is: Beginners to wreck enthusiasts. Certification and logged dives are not the only factors; recent experience, buoyancy, current comfort, cold tolerance and how you feel that day also matter. After a long break, an easy local check dive may be the better sequence.
Safety, depth and conditions
The typical range is 3–30 m, with current classified as usually mild. These are not guaranteed daily values. Guide judgement, weather, tides and training limits determine route, maximum depth, turn criteria and any alternative site.
Photography & responsible diving
Match camera setup and subject choice to your buoyancy. Wildlife is never chased, touched, fed or moved for a photograph. At sandy macro sites we watch fin position and distance; at pelagic sites cleaning-station approaches remain clear.
The dive site is alive
No dive is ever a repetition.
Visibility, current, light and marine encounters change a site every day. Our guides read the conditions and plan the dive accordingly.
- Base
- Padang Bai
- Guidance
- Personal
- Languages
- DE · EN
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about USAT Liberty
How much experience do I need for USAT Liberty?
The site is typically suited to Beginners to wreck enthusiasts. Final assessment considers current conditions, recent dives, buoyancy and personal comfort.
What marine life may I see at USAT Liberty?
Early-morning bumphead parrotfish, trevally, barracuda, turtles and rich macro life. Wildlife encounters are natural events and can never be guaranteed.
Can I dive USAT Liberty from Padang Bai?
The drive from Padang Bai usually takes about 75 to 110 minutes. Many entries cross steep pebble beaches, with local helpers assisting. We confirm destination and schedule in your personal proposal and reassess conditions on the day.
How deep is a dive at USAT Liberty?
The known range is approximately 3–30 m. Your profile stays within training, experience, no-decompression limits and the agreed plan.
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