SCUBA Diving Center
Name SCUBA Diving Center:
Dive Resort Ocean Sun Tulamben
Website SCUBA Diving Center:
ocean-sun.com
(Please mention Dive O'Clock)
Country:
Indonesia
Island/State/City:
Bali
Green Fins Member:
Marine Conservation Efforts:
As part of our marine conservation efforts, we have eliminated single-use plastics at our resort. We provide complimentary drinking water in reusable bottles to all guests. This initiative reduces plastic waste and promotes environmental sustainability.
Teaching and Diving Conditions
Confined water dives (confined open water or swimming pool):
Our resort offers a comprehensive training environment for diving courses. We have a sufficiently deep pool on-site, and additionally, the nearby Coral Garden, Liberty Wreck, and Drop Off sites provide excellent shore diving options ideal for confined water training. These diverse locations allow for a versatile and effective learning experience.
Open water dive conditions:
Tulamben offers excellent shore diving year-round, with water temperatures between 27–29°C (81–84°F) and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 meters, depending on conditions. Most dive sites are easily accessible from the shore, allowing for flexible dive planning.
Classroom details:
Our air-conditioned classroom features desks, chairs, a whiteboard, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Complimentary drinking water is available to enhance your learning experience.
Things to see on fun dives:
Tulamben offers diverse dive sites, including the USAT Liberty wreck, Coral Garden, and the Drop Off. Divers can encounter marine life such as trevallies, sweetlips, barracudas, batfish, sea turtles, nudibranchs, and ornate ghost pipefish. These sites provide both macro and wide-angle photography opportunities
House Reef:
Additional SCUBA Diving Courses at this Dive Center
Technical diving courses:
SCR Horizon Rebreather Courses
Freediving courses:
Business related courses:
Marine conservation courses and projects:
Internships:
Other courses:
Local Prices
(Indication of your other expenses)
How to get to the SCUBA diving center from the airport:
For travel between Tulamben and Bali's main tourist areas, affordable options include shuttle buses and public transportation. Perama Tour operates daily services from Tulamben to Ubud, with a journey time of approximately 2.5 hours. Alternatively, we can arrange local drivers for an additional cost, offering flexibility and convenience.
Transportation costs of description above:
750000 IDR (USD 46.13)
Low budget accommodation (could be a dormitory):
500000 IDR (USD 30.75)
Low budget meal in a bar/restaurant:
50000 IDR (USD 3.08)
Beer in a bar:
50000 IDR (USD 3.08)
SCUBA Diving Instructor / Your Teacher
Name:
Ricardo Thom
Languages spoken:
English, German
Highest certification level:
Course Director / Instructor Trainer
Certification level mentioned above since:
2014
Number of courses per year:
5
Additional information:
Ricardo's calm demeanor and professional approach are valued by divers at all levels. An experienced instructor since 2007, he has certified over 2,500 divers and has been an active instructor trainer since 2014. He specializes in professional training programs and rebreather courses, providing precise and logical explanations in each session.
Website:
ocean-sun.com
(Please mention Dive O'Clock)
Dive Professional Course Package
SCUBA Diving package:
SSI Instructor Training Course
Website:
ocean-sun.com
(Please mention Dive O'Clock)
SCUBA Diving professional course level:
Instructor
SCUBA Diving organization / SCUBA certification agency:
SSI
Duration of the SCUBA Diving Course
Number of preparation days
2
Number of course days
10
Number of examination days
2
Total
14
Group Size of Dive Professional Course
Minimum/maximum number of students per dive course:
1 - 4
Average number of students per dive course:
3
Average number of certified assistants (divemaster / staff instructor ) helping:
1
Team of Dive Professionals
How much is done by the dive instructor himself:
Everything is done by the same dive professional
Dive instructor joining the students at the exams for support.:
Additional languages by team of dive professionals:
English, German, Indonesian (Bahasa)
Dive Course Price offer
Package price:
2375 EUR (USD 2485.44)
What is included in this dive pro package:
- Examination fee
- Instructor Application Fee (for one year)
- Instructor course
- Instructor course materials
- Regional fee after certification (for one year)
- Specialty Instructor Fee for courses that are included in package (for one year)
Other things that are included in this package:
SSI Specialty Instructor Ratings for Perfect Buoyancy, Nitrox, Stress & Rescue and Dive Guide
Starting Dates
11 March 2025
3 April 2025
9 November 2025
7 December 2025
Other Courses On Offer
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