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The Best Places To Scuba Dive in Bali

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Aastha Maheshwari
21 January, 2026

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How Not to See a Mola Mola in Bali

If you are planning to dive in Bali to see a Mola Mola, here is what not to do. We'll also provide tips on the best season and locations.

Surprising Marine Animals Found in Indonesia

Indonesia is known for its phenomenal diving, breathtaking coral reefs and for having some of the world’s rarest and most unique marine species.
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What You Didn’t Know About Mola Mola

The ocean sunfish, also known as a mola mola, is an odd-looking fish.

Seven of the Best Dive Sites Around Bali

The diving in & around Bali is some of the best in the world. If you’re thinking about diving there, these dive sites should be at the top of your list.

A New Reason to Visit Raja Ampat

Photographer Alex Lindbloom was among a group of lucky divers who encountered the first documented sun fish in the waters of Bird’s Head Seascape.
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