alamBatu Resort Bali | Scuba Travel

alamBatu Resort Bali - Far East

  • Boutique resort for no more than 30 people
  • BBQs (meat or fish) and Indonesian buffets are also regular events.
  • Cuisine includes traditional Indonesian and Thai dishes as well as western fare.
  • Pool & spa on site plus team can arrange Bali land day tours for island exploring
  • Brilliant destination for novice divers and professional photographers alike
  • House ref and boat diving options (including Liberty wreck)
  • Outstanding place for macro photographers
  • Fluo night & blackwater dive services available

alamBatu Resort Bali

alamBatu Beach Bungalow Resort, located in north-eastern Bali, has everything to get divers' hearts beating a little faster - this is a brilliant destination for novice divers and professional photographers alike. Countless coral and muck dive sites in the vicinity offer unique diversity. You reach all the dive sites in no more than 20 minutes on one of the fast boats. This a boutique resort on the beach front, just north of Tulamben, where you can dive and relax. Jump on in!

There are two types of accommodation on offer - the 12 bungalows and the 3 villas. The majority of rooms a bungalows, generously dimensioned (40 m2) and built in the typical Balinese style with roofs thatched in alang-alang. The bungalows blend harmoniously into the landscape and are surrounded by plants and trees - so plenty of privacy is ensured. A comfortable lounger tempts you to linger and enjoy resting on the terrace. If you prefer, you can also sleep outdoors (ask us for a mosquito net). The bathroom is at the back of the bungalow; WC and washbasin are roofed and the shower is in the open - showering in the open air is a wonderful sensation. Travelling solo? The Sendiri bungalow is next to the pool and is smaller than the other bungalows - ideal for single occupancy. Villa Ayam 1 (sleeps 4) and 2 (sleeps 2) are separate but share a private pool and garden. Villa Anton is perfect for divers! Near the dive centre, this villa has no sea view.

We love the "all in" package which includes full board meals, 3 boat or shore dives plsu 1 hour spa daily. Exchange dives for additional spa time or land hours to explore Bali.

Around the resort you will find Bali-style pavilions with traditional grass roofs invite you to relax - and how about a refreshing dip in the overflow pool? Visit the spa for an invigorating massage or a relaxing floral bath. Delight in the harmonious ambience of the gardens, fill with traditional plants, butterflies and birds. Coconuts, papayas and mangos abound here - and they also enrich the restaurant menu!

The restaurant isn't just a venue for guests to meet over breakfast and dinner. Throughout the day, they also gather here to swap stories, play games, sip coffee or just relax and read books. If you want to explore Bali overland, alamBatu offers various half - and full-day tours. On request, we offer Jeep tours lasting several days - a truly exceptional experience. Another treat: a visit to the local market in Rubaya.

11 Ocean View Bungalow - Twin or Double options

The bungalows are generously dimensioned (40 m2) and built in the typical Balinese style with roofs thatched in alang-alang. The bungalows blend harmoniously into the landscape and are surrounded by plants and trees - so plenty of privacy is ensured.

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Villa Ayam | and Villa Ayam ||

A separate section of the resort, above the garden, is the location Villa Ayam comfortable air-conditioned villas with a private pool and garden. These villas are ideal for families or guests seeking plenty of privacy. Villa Ayam II has room for two guests and can be booked with Villa Ayam | As have a shared pool

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Villa Anton

Villa Anton is located near the dive base. It offers cheaper accommodation for two people with air conditioning, but no sea view. It's the perfect choice for guests who spend most of their time under water.

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Sendiri

Sendiri, our single bungalow, is located very centrally, right next to the pool. It is air-conditioned and has similar furnishings to the double bungalows, but is somewhat smaller. The bathroom is also partially open (shower) and partially roofed (washbasin and WC). You have a direct view onto the pool from the small terrace.

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The bungalows are generously dimensioned (40 m2) and built in the typical Balinese style with roofs thatched in alang-alang. The bungalows blend harmoniously into the landscape and are surrounded by plants and trees - so plenty of privacy is ensured. A comfortable lounger tempts you to linger and enjoy resting on the terrace. If you prefer, you can also sleep outdoors (ask us for a mosquito net).

The bathroom is at the back of the bungalow; WC and washbasin are roofed and the shower is in the open - showering in the open air is a wonderful sensation.

Covid Information for alamBatu

Please ask about the latest in resort covid requirements, where applicable.

Country Covid Travel Information

View entry requirements here

To enter Indonesia, all international travellers must fill out an electronic self-declaration form called SATUSEHAT Health Pass. It is recommended that you complete this form prior to departure to avoid delays when arriving in Indonesia.



Updated DEC 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

Location

Indonesia is around 15-20 hours flight from the UK and is made up of around 19 000 islands. It is the largest archipelago in the world straddling the Equator, between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Most travellers will enter Indonesia through Jakarta (CGK), Bali (DPS) or Manado (MDC) airports. This is the stuff of divers' dreams. This exotic nation is the very definition of bio diversity. Find the big fish in Komodo, Raja Ampat or Kalimantan. Drift lazily along the walls of Bunaken and Wakatobi, watching turtles on coral drenched walls. While away the hours hunting for miniscule macro in Bali, Lembeh or Ambon. Cannot decide? Why not combine two locations into a single trip!

Covid Travel Information

View entry requirements here

To enter Indonesia, all international travellers must fill out an electronic self-declaration form called SATUSEHAT Health Pass. It is recommended that you complete this form prior to departure to avoid delays when arriving in Indonesia.



Updated DEC 2024

Weather and Climate

Indonesia is a vast country, and the weather can be hugely variable. The topography means that weather patterns can be very localised. This is the tropics! For Bali, Komodo & Wakatobi the weather is usually best from April - November, with July and August being some of the best months to visit. Between December and March the conditions can be a bit stormy. November to April is also the wettest month to visit Bunaken, Lembeh and Kalimantan but to a lesser degree than in other locations. October to April is historically the most popular time to dive in Raja Ampat.

Travel

Flight options

Our holidays to Indonesia can be quoted with most major airlines. We are however able to book most major airlines. Popular options for Indonesia include Cathay Pacific, Singapore airlines, Qatar, Emirates, Malaysian, KLM and Gaurda. If you would like to depart from a different UK airport (eg. Glasgow/Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham or Gatwick) or have a specific airline you prefer to fly with, simply let us know in your booking request. A supplement may apply for regional departures. Times and any applicable supplements will be confirmed by your travel consultant before you finalise your holiday. If you wish to make your own flight arrangements to Indonesia, let us know and we can remove the cost of the international flights from your quote. We are unfortunately not able to redeem airmiles on your behalf. Please do not confirm any flight arrangements yourself before your holiday is confirmed by us.

Stopovers

With a huge range of airlines to fly with, you can easily build in a stop over either on your way to or on your way back from Indonesia. Simply talk to your travel consultant about adding a stop over into your itinerary.

Arrange before you go

Regular Entry Requirements

UK Passport holders landing in Jakarta, Bali or Manado are able to obtain a visa on arrival in Jakarta 5000 000 IDR cash. Do ensure your passport has 6 months validity from your return date to prevent any issues with immigration. It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid and you fulfil entry requirements. Regulations can change: please review current FCO advice: click here to review

Insurance

Scuba Travel requires all of our customers to have diving insurance. Please make sure that you have appropriate cover for your diving activities. We also strongly recommend you have travel insurance. It's worth taking out travel insurance once you have paid your deposit to ensure you are covered for unforeseen events and cancellation.

Immunisations

Please speak to your local GP or check out the latest NHS advice for the required travel immunisations for your destination: click here to go to the NHS

Preparing to fly

Seating

You will also be able to manage your booking online once you have been ticketed (after you have paid your holiday balance). Most airlines will now enable you to select your seating at this point. There may be a small charge for prebookable seating before online check in opens. Please speak to the airline for more information about charges.

Check in

As you are flying with a scheduled airline, you will be able to check in online with your airline. Please visit their website for more information about when online check in opens.

Lounge

An airport lounge is a great way to start your holiday or to while away flight connections in comfort. Scuba Travel works with Lounge Pass to offer a huge range of affordable airport lounges around the world. click here for more info on Lounge Pass

Parking

Prebook your airport parking to save money! If you have a long way to travel, why not also look at booking an airport hotel. These aren't as expensive as you might think. click here for holiday extras

What happens when I arrive?

On arrival in your Indonesia destination, you will need to clear immigration and collect your baggage. You will then be met outside of arrivals by a representative from your liveaboard or resort. Some reps are able to meet you airside. They will be holding a board with either your destination or your name on it. If you have any issues at all locating your rep, please contact us. We have an emergency contact, manned by a member of the team here in the UK. Please call 0044 7747 488 002. We will be able to help your rep locate you in the airport.

Transfers

If you have a hotel en route please follow any specific instructions in your travel documents. Where possible, you will be met by a representative who will assist in taking you to your hotel. If using a shuttle service, please arrange your return shuttle time back to the airport at the hotel check in. Domestic flights are common in Indonesia and run frequently. The major hubs of Jakarta, Bali and Manado all have separate terminals for domestic and international departures. Just follow the signs to move between international and domestic terminals. The service has improved vastly, but there can still be last minute schedule changes. Please ensure you leave plenty of time for check in or transit between flights (usually 4 hours min). Domestic flights can typically only be booked with a 20kgs hold allowance as standard. Excess baggage must be paid for in Indonesian rupiah and costs around $2-$5 per kg per way. Due to local traffic and road conditions, land journey times can be difficult to predict. We recommend you take water with you and keep any essentials in your hand baggage to make your journey as comfortable as possible.

Departures

At the end of your holiday, your return transfer details will be advised locally. As of Feb 2015, the departure tax for all domestic and international flights is built into your flight ticket price.

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Tipping

Tipping is entirely at your discretion. We do not make recommendations as to how much to tip. Should you wish to leave a tip for the staff and crew, it should reflect the level of service you have enjoyed.

Currency

Indonesian currency is the Rupiah however in resort, US Dollars, Visa or MasterCard, Rupiah (local currency) and Euro, as well as other major currencies are all accepted. Please be aware you may be charged a surcharge to pay by card transactions in Indonesia and 10% VAT is applied to all local purchases. We do suggest you change a little money while in Bali to cover incidentals along the way. Please be aware you may be charged a surcharge to pay by card transactions in Indonesia and 10% VAT is applied to all local purchases.

Phone coverage

There is wifi in the restaurant area of the resort. Wifi cards can be purchased locally

Plugs and electricity

Round two prong plug 220V electricity provided by generators ( There are also 110V outlets available )

Extras

Hire equipment

A full range of scuba and snorkelling equipment is available on site - please ask for a local charge price list

Extras

A range of diving special trips and land based non diving activities can be arranged in resort.

Souvenirs

The dive centre has a small, limited shop on site

Nitrox/Gas

Free nitrox for certified divers

Payments

Deposits and Balances

A typical deposit for a holiday to Scuba Seraya is is 30% of your holiday cost, although this will depend on your exact flight option and travel class. Larger deposits may be required for some flight options (eg premium economy/business class).

Ways to pay

We accept mastercard and visa debit or credit cards. If you would like a pay by link to complete check out via email please let us know and it can be set up for you. We do not take AMEX. All non sterling card payments and UK business debit cards will be subject to the 3% surcharge. Alternatively, you are welcome to pay via bank transfer. Overseas bank transfers must add £8 to the sterling total to cover international handling fees. We are not able to accept PayPal transactions or personal cheques.

Group Payments

If you have booked as part of a group, you can still call and pay directly without needing to go via your group leader. Please have your trip reference number to hand to help us locate your holiday as quickly as possible. You will receive a transaction receipt - your group leader will forward your ATOL certificate and booking confirmation

Discounts

Repeat Guests

Are you one of Scuba Travel's repeat customers?
Over 60% of our customers trust Scuba Travel to book their next diving holiday, time after time.

And we believe you deserve a huge thanks for your ongoing support over the years, which is what our repeater discount is all about! Travel with us again in either 12 months or 24 months and you will qualify for a discount. That's all you have to do. No forms, no numbers to remember, no fuss, just a good honest price reduction.

5% off for repeat customers travelling with Scuba Travel within 24 months
Repeat discounts are not cumulative and cannot be applied to special offer prices

Included

Our standard resort holiday includes 7 nights bungalow on a half board basis (drinking water, coffee/tea with breakfast) - room upgrades available.
Our favourite dive package is 10 house reef diving on air.
Return airport transfer from Bali airport

Excluded

Excluded from your package are any additional local services (spa, land tours, additional dives). Soft drinks, alcohol, speciality coffees and ice cream are available at an additional cost. A 10% VAT is applied to all local purchases. As of 14th Feb 2024, there is a Bali tourist tax of 150 000 (prepay via http://lovebali.baliprov.go.id)

kit hire, private guides, nitrox and special trips

Tipping is entirely at your discretion. We do not make recommendations as to how much to tip. Should you wish to leave a tip for the staff and crew, it should reflect the level of service you have enjoyed.

Please ask for a quote to add international flights from the UK to Bali. We can book most major scheduled airlines including regional UK departures.


The alamBatu house reef, situated directly off the resort, is a wonderful and mostly untouched reef of over 800 meters. The coral diversity varies from soft corals, black corals, table corals and gorgonians up to 2 meters in diameter. The corals shelter a fantastic underwater world with many schools of fish (including juvenile barracudas, snappers), reef sharks, sea horses, harlequin shrimps and other critters.

Aside from the beautiful house reef, there are numerous nearby dive sites that offer a variety of diving options including coral diving, muck diving and wreck diving. By Boat it only takes 15 minutes to get to the "Liberty" wreck or to the famous dive spots "Drop off", "Ulami" and "Coral Garden" in Tulamben.

Nitrox is free of charge for certified divers. The standard package is based on house reef diving, but you can upgrade to boat dives for a small supplement in resort, Blackwater diving is also available in resort.

Night dives and fluo-diving are also offered. Equipped with a blue light and a special filter for your mask, the fluorescent animals glow in different colors; providing a glowing underwater experience that you will love.

alamBatu is also an outstanding place for macro photographers. Our dive guides are great at spotting micro critters such as pygmy sea horses and other small species.

Snorkeling is also possible and is a good alternative to scuba diving. The top of the reef offers you to see many different sea creatures.

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The resort restaurant

Breakfast is served from 7:00 to 11 a.m. and dinner is available at 7:30 p.m. The kitchen is open continuously from 8 a.m. until 11 p.m. So when you're hungry from your afternoon dive, you can come back and order a tasty bowl of soup or another dish from our varied menu.

Relax under the stars

Weather permitting, dinner is served on the terrace. Fresh sea air and cool breezes waft away the heat of the day, and your dinner or a cool beer will taste twice as good under a canopy of stars.

Fresh local produce

The cuisine includes traditional Indonesian and Thai dishes as well as western fare. BBQs (meat or fish) and Indonesian buffets are also regular events. And of course, the menu caters to vegetarian and vegan preferences.