Amed
Southeast Asia · Indonesia
Did you know?
- A small Japanese wreck lies just offshore at Banyuning.
- Traditional salt makers evaporate seawater in split palm-trunk troughs.
- The USAT Liberty wreck at nearby Tulamben is a major reason divers use this coastal strip.
See also
Mount Agung
Indonesia8.34°S 115.50°E · 3,031 m
Padang Bai
Indonesia8.53°S 115.51°E · 11 m
Gili Trawangan
Indonesia8.35°S 116.04°E · 4 m
Nusa Lembongan
Indonesia8.68°S 115.45°E · 57 m
Overview
Amed is a relaxed strip of fishing villages on Bali's eastern coast. Diving and snorkelling are central to visits, with Tulamben's wreck reached from the area.
Languages: Indonesian
Overview
Amed is a slow-paced coastal strip of fishing villages in East Bali, offering stunning coastal scenery, excellent diving and snorkeling, and a relaxed atmosphere. It is the most commonly used base for diving the USAT Liberty wreck at Tulamben and has a thriving dive industry.
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Places to know
A few starting points from the guide. Check current hours and prices before you go.
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Amed Cafe
A cafe attached to the 23 bungalows of the same name. Serves fresh seafood, Balinese food and international style food. Public internet access is available.
Recorded price: From Rp 200,000
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Ary Warung and Homestay
Small family restaurant serves good food. They have some bungalows as well. Free WiFi.
Recorded price: Rp 20,000-45,000
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Barong Cafe and Restaurant
Balinese, Indonesian and international cuisine. Provides free pick up and drop-off around Amed area.
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Bedulu Resort
Cheap delicious local dishes and seafood as well as great Italian/Western dishes such as wood-fired pizzas, fresh pastas, cappuccino/espresso coffees, desserts & more all with a sea-view. Includes very nice/clean accommodation also with sea view and a great pool.
Recorded price: Cheap to mid-range
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Garam Cafe
Part of Hotel Uyah Amed&Spa. Built behind the salt production fields and uses salt production as a theme aiming to preserve traditional salt production and explaining the production process to visitors. Souvenir shop, billiard tables, table tennis and salt panning. Western, Indonesian, Balinese and regional Asian style menu. Free Wifi
Recorded price: Rp 30,000-120,000
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Jukung Dive
Nice little restaurant operated by the diveshop. Very friendly and well trained staff. Excellent local and western food.
Recorded price: Rp 20000-50000
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Sails
A very good, more upscale restaurant in great headland setting. Modern and clean with an extensive well thought out menu. The restaurant specialises in Western food but includes Indonesian favourites. Offers a free pick up and drop off service anywhere in the Amed area.
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Titi Sedana
Small family restaurant with 4 tables serves absolutely delicious food. They have 2 bungalows as well. Free WiFi.
Recorded price: Rp 20,000-45,000
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Before you go
Connectivity
SIM cards widely available. Internet at many hotels and cafes.
Money
ATMs are available in Amed. Most transactions are cash-based.
Transport
Motorcycle rental is Rp 50,000-80,000 per day. Bemos are scarce.
Visa
Visa extensions can be arranged locally for Rp 500,000, taking one week.