This dive site, known as Amed Pyramids, features concrete pyramid structures intentionally sunk about 20 years ago in front of Amed Beach, Indonesia. These thirty artificial structures were placed to regenerate marine life after the area was devastated by a typhoon. Divers navigate around these pyramids, which now serve as vibrant habitats, complementing the natural reef that extends along the beach. The site’s history is one of successful ecological intervention, transforming a damaged area into a thriving underwater ecosystem.
The Amed Pyramids and the surrounding natural reef boast exquisite marine life. Divers can expect to encounter a wide variety of reef fish, including damselfish, angelfish, butterflyfish, and parrotfish. The artificial structures and corals are home to numerous macro subjects like nudibranchs, crabs, shrimps, and other small invertebrates. While not typically a big-animal destination, the vibrant ecosystem supports a healthy population of common reef inhabitants.
The best time to visit Amed Pyramids is generally during the dry season (April to October) when water conditions are calm and visibility is excellent. This shallow and protected site is ideal for beginner divers, photography enthusiasts focusing on macro life, and refreshers. Both snorkelers and freedivers will find the extensive natural reef, particularly in the shallower areas (average 5 meters), highly rewarding, offering abundant marine encounters close to the surface.
