If you enjoy adventure and being in the sea, scuba diving is a perfect sport to consider. It’s one of the most enjoyable and thrilling practices that becomes more and more popular as one of travel option in Bali. It’s almost impossible to put into words how diving makes you feel. Though the ocean in Bali is free, however, the chance to explore it is apparently not. As with any equipment-related operation, there are costs for scuba diving in Bali and it can cost you quite a fortune. Especially when you are a beginner who need to complete certificates and rent some scuba diving equipments first. Scuba diving is, without a doubt, an expensive sport and tourism.
So How Much Scuba Diving in Bali Actually Cost?
Referring to Dune Atlantis for the general cost of scuba diving in Bali, you should expect to pay about $449 for your diving license, and $55 to $169 per dive trip which mostly consist of two dives per single trip. If you haven’t been diving for the longest time, you might need a pool refresh and that will be $20 per session.
You might want to rent equipments, and that is another around $27 and $200 on the bill. A set of full set equipment in Atlantis Bali is $19 without dive computer, which is rented at $8. You will also need $5 for a 15L tank for the dive. Want to capture those wonderful marine life during your dive in Bali? Prepare to spend another &29 for Canon G15 camera with housing 40m or the same price for video camera Go Pro Hero 7 + red filter. So yes, scuba diving could be quite costly—and we haven’t even calculate the travel expenses itself, which covers lodging and accommodation. However, that doesn’t mean that scuba diving is for the deep-pocketed only. With some careful planning, you can save the cost for scuba diving holiday in Bali! Continue reading to learn more on how to save money as you embark on this new adventure.
Finding Cheapest Flights
Naturally, some of the best diving locations are likely to be many flight hours away from your house. And traveling is seldom the most cost-effective mode of transportation. However, it is possible to find low-cost flights and save a considerable amount of money on airfare.
Stay in Budget Accommodation to Compress Cost of Scuba Diving in Bali
Saving money on lodging is a lot simpler than finding inexpensive airfare. Many divers seem to believe that if they want to go diving, they must first check into a dive resort. Dive resorts typically have comfortable accommodation, all-inclusive meal and beverage options, a recreation area, restaurants, and a discount while diving with the in-house dive center staff. While dive center make dive holiday easier, it’s not the wisest if you want to keep your scuba diving cost in Bali pretty low.
Also, during the dive holiday, you will be doing 2-3 dives a day for a few days in a row and you’ll be out diving all day. You won’t be around to take advantage of any of the hotel’s wonderful facilities. You’ll just have time to enjoy the fantastic all-you-can-eat buffets in the morning and evening, which means you’ll miss out on one already-paid buffet meal each day. Also, you won’t get to fully appreciate your comfortable space because all you want to do at night is sleep to recharge energy. Surprisingly, there are more reasonably priced lodging options than you would expect. Local guesthouses, homestays or Couchsurfing, hostels, and Airbnb are all affordable options.
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Eat Cheap & Delicious Local Food in Bali!
Food is unquestionably one of the most expensive aspects of traveling. That’s fine because we all have to eat many times during the day. You should eat solid food at least twice a day, particularly if you’re on a diving trip. Try to eat the local food in Balinese local warung, they do taste delicious. If you don’t mind cooking while on holiday, you can save a lot of money. Find the nearest store, buy local groceries instead of your favorite home foods, and cook your own meals. Not only can you save money, but you will also be able to see how your food is cooked. Instead of buying pricey snacks in touristy areas, do stock up on water, vegetables, and cereal bars from a nearby grocery store.