Amed Section of Populated Place

Amed is a cluster of fishing villages and a coastal stretch on the northeast coast of Bali, Indonesia, known for traditional fishing life and marine recreation. The area is low-rise and linear along the shore, with black sand beaches and several small bays.

The coastline offers extensive snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities, with house reefs and clear water close to shore; small local dive operators run daily trips and courses. Visitors also go for fishing, local restaurants, and sunrise views across the Lombok Strait.

Historically Amed has been a collection of fishing and salt-producing communities rather than a single planned resort, and tourism developed gradually around its marine resources and coastal character. Traditional salt pans and fishing remain visible alongside dive shops and guesthouses.

Located on Bali’s northeastern shoreline, Amed faces the Lombok Strait and is a drive of a few hours from Denpasar and southern Bali; the landscape consists of narrow coastal terraces backed by volcanic slopes.

• Diving and snorkeling: Good for snorkeling and scuba diving with multiple shore-based entry points to coral reefs and house reefs directly off the beach.
• Access and best light: Typically reached by a 2 to 3 hour drive from Denpasar; sunrise over the Lombok Strait is a popular time for photography.

What to See#

• Jemeluk Bay: Sheltered bay known for coral gardens and clear water that support snorkeling and freediving.
• Amed coastline: Small bays and beaches with black volcanic sand, traditional fishing villages and salt pans lining a narrow coastal strip.

Amed is particularly popular with honeymooners and with anyone keen on water sports. A colourful coral reef lies just off the shore, making this an excellent place for scuba diving and snorkelling, and hiring a boat for the day is a fine way to explore the coastline further.

Evening entertainment comes in various forms. A number of bars and restaurants line the coast, often hosting local bands and Balinese dance performances, so there are plenty of places to drink and dance, while others are happy simply to walk along the beach as the sun sets.