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Review:
Padang Bai is a popular small coastal town near Candidasa in eastern Bali.
The town and its ferry port are the starting point for many touristy destinations such as Lembar on Lombok, the Gilis, and other Lesser Sunda Islands. Pandang Bai is one of the busiest in Bali, with thousands of tourists heading to Lombok and its wonderful white sandy beaches.
Diving is one of the most important activities, especially in Blue Lagoon, Tanjung Bungsil, and the Padang Bai channel. It is especially spectacular at night, when divers can observe the bioluminescence created by certain species of plankton.
When they turn off their dive torches, the divers find themselves surrounded by the eerie glow of blue and green lights.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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