{"id":6526,"date":"2026-02-07T17:33:42","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T09:33:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/?page_id=6526"},"modified":"2026-02-14T10:07:38","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T02:07:38","slug":"malibu-dive-site-one-of-the-east-coasts-best-kept-secrets-in-nusa-penida","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/fr\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/20-best-dive-sites-bali-nusa-penida\/malibu-dive-site-one-of-the-east-coasts-best-kept-secrets-in-nusa-penida","title":{"rendered":"Malibu Dive Site \u2013 Where Reef Life Meets the Blue"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Located just north of Atuh Beach, Malibu Dive Site is a rarely dived gem on Nusa Penida\u2019s wild east coast. Starting in a usually sheltered creek before opening onto exposed, colorful walls and deep blue water, this site delivers a powerful and unpredictable diving experience shaped by ocean energy, rich reef life, and the constant possibility of big pelagic encounters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"760\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-creek-Nusa-Penida-diving.jpeg\" alt=\"Malibu dive site creek Nusa Penida diving\" class=\"wp-image-6531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-creek-Nusa-Penida-diving.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-creek-Nusa-Penida-diving-600x445.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-creek-Nusa-Penida-diving-768x570.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Inside Malibu creek<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location-amp-entry-point\">Location &#038; Entry Point<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Malibu Dive Site begins in a small, discreet creek directly in front of <strong>Pantai Sharon<\/strong>, on the island\u2019s rugged east coast. Unlike many Penida dives that start from exposed drop-offs, this sheltered entry makes Malibu particularly versatile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Entry depth:<\/strong> around <strong>8\u201310 meters<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shelter:<\/strong> usually protected from strong currents (but check before diving as there may be washing machine currents even inside the creek&#8230;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sea state:<\/strong> often calm <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This natural protection normally allows divers to descend comfortably, get neutrally buoyant, and assess conditions before choosing how adventurous the dive will be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Turtle-at-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-diving.jpeg\" alt=\"Turtle at Malibu dive site Nusa Penida diving\" class=\"wp-image-6530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Turtle-at-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-diving.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Turtle-at-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-diving-600x362.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Turtle-at-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-diving-768x464.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-modular-dive-site-one-location-three-experiences\">A Modular Dive Site: One Location, Three Experiences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Malibu\u2019s biggest strengths is that it offers <strong>three distinct dive profiles<\/strong> from a single entry point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-the-creek-calm-colorful-and-sheltered\">1. The Creek \u2013 Calm, Colorful, and Sheltered<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying inside the creek is ideal for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Less experienced divers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refresher dives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photographers and macro lovers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long, relaxed bottom times<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The creek is rich in <strong>healthy, colorful coral formations<\/strong>, with plenty of overhangs, rocks, and bommies that shelter marine life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turtles are everywhere here\u2014often <strong>sleeping under rocks or tucked into coral ledges<\/strong>, completely unbothered by divers. It\u2019s common to see multiple turtles on a single dive without going far at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-.jpeg\" alt=\"Malibu dive site  Nusa Penida\" class=\"wp-image-6532\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida--600x397.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida--768x509.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On a recent dive, all on the <strong>same bommie<\/strong>, we encountered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>large frogfish<\/strong>, perfectly camouflaged<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ribbon eels<\/strong>, both yellow and blue morphs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>lobster<\/strong> hidden deep in a crevice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a textbook example of why East Coast Penida diving is so underrated for macro and reef life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Frogfish-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-.jpeg\" alt=\"Frogfish Malibu dive site Nusa Penida\" class=\"wp-image-6533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Frogfish-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Frogfish-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida--600x399.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Frogfish-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida--768x511.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Frogfish at Malibu <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-the-southern-wall-a-step-into-more-dynamic-conditions\">2. The Southern Wall \u2013 A Step into More Dynamic Conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For divers looking to extend the dive, heading <strong>south from the creek<\/strong> leads to a wall that drops away more steeply. This section is more exposed and can feel very different depending on tide and swell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Coral density:<\/strong> still excellent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fish life:<\/strong> increases noticeably<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Conditions:<\/strong> may involve mild to strong current<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This part of the dive is great for practicing controlled drift techniques and enjoying the sensation of moving along the reef while staying close to the wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"896\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-Bali.jpeg\" alt=\"Malibu dive site  Nusa Penida Bali\" class=\"wp-image-6534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-Bali.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-Bali-600x525.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-Bali-768x672.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-the-northern-wall-color-depth-and-blue-water-magic\">3. The Northern Wall \u2013 Color, Depth, and Blue-Water Magic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>northern wall<\/strong> is the most exciting and rewarding section of Malibu Dive Site\u2014but also the most exposed. It\u2019s best suited for experienced divers comfortable with currents and blue-water awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, the reef is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Extremely <strong>colorful and healthy<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Steeper, with dramatic vertical relief<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open to the deep blue of the Indian Ocean<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1170\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-wall-Nusa-Penida-.jpeg\" alt=\"Malibu dive site wall Nusa Penida\" class=\"wp-image-6535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-wall-Nusa-Penida-.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-wall-Nusa-Penida--525x600.jpeg 525w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-wall-Nusa-Penida--768x878.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Malibu wall <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where Malibu truly earns its reputation. While nothing is ever guaranteed, this wall offers real chances to spot <strong>large pelagic species<\/strong> passing through the blue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Divers have reported sightings of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Thresher sharks<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hammerhead sharksMola Mola<\/strong> cruising past the wall<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When diving this section, it\u2019s essential to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stay close to the reef<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor depth and current carefully<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep one eye on the wall and <strong>one eye on the blue<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-marine-life-highlights\">Marine Life Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Malibu Dive Site is a rare blend of <strong>macro richness and pelagic potential<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-common-sightings-include\"><strong>Common sightings include:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Green and hawksbill <strong>turtles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Frogfish<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ribbon eels<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lionfish<\/strong> and <strong>stonefish<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lobsters and reef crustaceans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1170\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Wall-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-.jpeg\" alt=\"Wall Malibu dive site  Nusa Penida\" class=\"wp-image-6536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Wall-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Wall-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida--525x600.jpeg 525w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Wall-Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida--768x878.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-occasional-big-surprises\"><strong>Occasional big surprises:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/sharks\/\">Thresher sharks<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hammerhead sharks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/mola-mola-ocean-sunfish\/\">Mola Mola<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This diversity makes Malibu appealing to photographers, explorers, and thrill-seekers alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-is-malibu-dive-site-best-for\">Who Is Malibu Dive Site Best For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Beginner divers:<\/strong> not recommended for discovery divers, possible with open water divers by staying inside the creek<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advanced divers:<\/strong> absolutely, especially on the walls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Macro photographers:<\/strong> outstanding conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Experienced explorers:<\/strong> strong blue-water potential<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a rare site where divers of very different levels can enjoy the <em>same dive<\/em>\u2014just with different boundaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-malibu-dive-site-deserves-more-attention\">Why Malibu Dive Site Deserves More Attention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Malibu perfectly reflects the wild nature of East Coast Nusa Penida diving: quiet, powerful, unpredictable, and incredibly alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can start the dive surrounded by sleeping turtles and tiny critters\u2026 and end it scanning the blue for sharks. That contrast is what makes Malibu special\u2014and why it remains one of the most underrated dive sites on the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you enjoy dives that evolve naturally, reward patience, and sometimes deliver the unexpected, <strong>Malibu Dive Site<\/strong> should be high on your Nusa Penida dive list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"588\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-Bali-Indonesia.jpeg\" alt=\"Malibu dive site  Nusa Penida Bali Indonesia\" class=\"wp-image-6537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-Bali-Indonesia.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-Bali-Indonesia-600x345.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Malibu-dive-site-Nusa-Penida-Bali-Indonesia-768x441.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-plan-your-trip-amp-go-further\">Plan Your Trip &#038; Go Further <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If Malibu Dive Site has sparked your curiosity, it\u2019s worth taking a deeper look at everything the island has to offer\u2014both above and below the surface. To help you plan the perfect stay, explore our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/nusa-penida-blog-guide\/\">complete travel guide to Nusa Penida<\/a><\/strong>, covering how to get there, where to stay, the best beaches, viewpoints, and practical tips for getting around the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For divers, don\u2019t miss our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/\">Nusa Penida diving guide<\/a><\/strong>, which explains seasons, water temperatures, currents, certifications, and what to expect when diving in these uniquely dynamic waters. You can also dive Malibu and many other exceptional sites with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/penida.dune-world.com\/\">Dune Penida Dive Center<\/a><\/strong>, a PADI 5\u2605 center based on Nusa Penida, known for its experienced guides and strong focus on safety and local knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you\u2019re choosing where to dive next, our in-depth guide to the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/20-best-dive-sites-bali-nusa-penida\/\">best dive sites in Bali<\/a><\/strong> breaks down each site by level, conditions, and marine life\u2014so you can build a dive plan that perfectly matches your experience, your comfort level, and your sense of adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/sharks\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"370\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bamboo-shark-manta-point-nusa-penida-bali-370-440.jpeg\" alt=\"bamboo shark manta point nusa penida bali \" class=\"wp-image-6625\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sharks-in-bali\">Sharks in Bali<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/sharks\/\">Dive with sharks in Bali<\/a> and Nusa Penida : discover reef shark hotspots, seasonal sightings, dive conditions and how to safely encounter these powerful ocean predators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/sharks\/\">Read more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/20-best-dive-sites-bali-nusa-penida\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"370\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Menyelam-dengan-manta-ray-Nusa-Penida-Bali.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3653\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Menyelam-dengan-manta-ray-Nusa-Penida-Bali.jpg 370w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Menyelam-dengan-manta-ray-Nusa-Penida-Bali-252x300.jpg 252w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-dive-sites-in-bali\">Best dive sites in Bali<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/20-best-dive-sites-bali-nusa-penida\/\">20 best dive sites in Bali<\/a> around Nusa Penida, Padang Bai and North Bali : discover manta rays, oceanic sunfish, sharks, drift dives and vibrant coral reefs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/bali-nusa-penida-diving-guide\/20-best-dive-sites-bali-nusa-penida\/\">Read more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/nusa-penida-blog-guide\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"370\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Kelingking-Beach-Nusa-Penida-Bali-Blaise.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3674\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Kelingking-Beach-Nusa-Penida-Bali-Blaise.jpg 370w, https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Kelingking-Beach-Nusa-Penida-Bali-Blaise-252x300.jpg 252w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nusa-penida-travel-guide\">Nusa Penida travel guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/nusa-penida-blog-guide\/\">Complete Nusa Penida Travel Guide<\/a> : how to get there, where to stay, best beaches, temples, viewpoints and practical tips to plan your island adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nusapenida.org\/nusa-penida-blog-guide\/\">Read more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Located just north of Atuh Beach, Malibu Dive Site is a rarely dived gem on Nusa Penida\u2019s wild east coast. 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