Review Author: AntonioShanghai, Shanghai, China

Review Date: 09 dec 2019

Review Body: Beautiful set up in Penida's North shore: dive shop on the ground floor and a bar-restaurant-lounge - briefings on the second floor. Medium-size dive operation with lots of lightly-used quality equipment available. Daily 2-dive trip in the morning, usually covering Manta Point plus a dive near the shop. Morning departure times vary depending on tides/currents. Afternoon dives on-demand (I was there during the low season, probably this changes when things get busier). Very comfortable and new fast boats. This is a crucial point, as Manta is easily a 50 minutes quick boat ride from the North shore. Competent dive guides / Divemasters / Instructors. I dove mostly with Temmu, a Finnish Divemaster who is probably the most competent DM I've ever been diving with (and I've been diving with a few). Highly recommended if you can get hold of him. Saw many other Dive Shops that looked smaller and less-well equipped from the outside. Their boats at the dive sites also looked inferior to Sanctum's. Not surprising, Sanctum comes top on TA (this was the reason I chose them). Management / Admin of the Shop is a bit loose, and you have to chase things a bit for deposits / receipts / payments / invoices, but entirely manageable with a bit of patience. Quite a few snorkeling-only customers on the boat that were treated exceptionally well by the crew, so don't hesitate to bring along your non-diving Significant Other for a day out at sea. Just the boat trip to manta Point is spectacular and well worth it. I would definitely dive again with them if back to Nusa Penida.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: mantagirleigher, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Review Date: 08 nov 2019

Review Body: I love this place! I found this place very homieeee, chill and boho feels, which I really really like!! I booked myself here in advance because I don’t wanna encounter any hassle in my first solo dive trip. They were at first requiring a deposit which I couldn’t do cos of some issue in my paypal account And surprisingly, they officially booked me without me paying anything in advance! Very accommodating indeed! Everything is nice here, the place and it’s neatness, the people, their restaurant, their decorations, the food (plating is good too!), the dogsss and the staff! Very warm and lively place! Dives are great too! Coffee and tea with cookies and pancakes during dives! Couldnt ask for more i love the scenic view at northern part of Nusa Penida, hence the dive sites as well (especially when I saw the sunfish for the first time!) And in the souther part, i so loveeee the drift diving! Instructors are all nice, takes care of guests, and funny. I’d also like to commend Andrei, the dive instructor i’ve been diving with there during my stay I asked him to be my instructor already when I do my DMT HAHA. Im so lucky to be one of your students! See you again Sanctum Dive Center very soon for my DMT! Hang loose!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: 662catarinaa

Review Date: 09 feb 2020

Review Body: We came to Pendia as a celebration for my husband and I, we were both open water divers, looking to take a course, our first dive master was very disappointing, and scared us very much. Spoke to Mimi, and she fixed it IMMEDIATELY. The next day we had a new instructor who knew his stuff. We ended up having an amazing time. The new instructor Teemu, started the whole course over and we ended up learning so much, and built such a great friendship with the staff. Mimi, Hugo, Teemu, Andre, Rocky, Emmi, made our trip memorable and then some. Cindy in the kitchen staff were very amazing as well knowing exactly what we liked when we came back from a dive. So blessed to have met these people.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: 736miec

Review Date: 20 feb 2020

Review Body: We wanted to take a diving certificate each and they just gave us the opportunity the minute we went in. Because of the season there wasn’t so many people so we got to experience Private course! It was so fun learning but they take it seriously so it is also a demanding course. But it’s really all worth it. I was a little (a lot) scared and didn’t know what to expect but they were so patient with me and I ended up passing. We had Joseph as our instructor, and I can really recommend it all! So professional We experienced mantas and turtles on our first open water experience!! Really greatfull, and we already miss the people!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Queefa123

Review Date: 24 nov 2019

Review Body: I went on two dives with Sanctum recently and would highly recommend them as a centre to dive with while in nusa penida. From their base on the island, which has a lovely restaurant, beach views and a swimming pool; to their boat and equipment and employees, everything was great. The dive instructor Timo and dive master Blake were really helpful and had a lot of knowledge on the dive sites. We were just unfortunate that we didn't see any manta rays at Manta Point but that was out of their hands. Would dive with them again!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ericrizz

Review Date: 11 nov 2019

Review Body: This company is the only company you should book with in Nusa Penida. Personable, friendly staff, and AMAZING diving. We did 3 dives and they were my first ocean dives. I was a little nervous at first but they are so helpful and knowledgeable that I didn’t think twice about pushing my limits and exploring. Heski was my personal diver and he’s the man! He’s a great singer and the best dive instructor around. Definitely coming back to dive with them every time I come back to Nusa Penida. 10/10!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: sebastianDG8814

Review Date: 21 feb 2020

Review Body: Me and my girlfriend decided to take our diving certificate at this diving center. We were met with positive energy and were allowed to start immediately. Despite it being an actual course and us having to do homework and learn theoretical stuff, we had an amazing experience. The instructor Yoseph and sam, were super patient and we got to see some amazing animals in our first 3 open water dives. Would definitely recommend this place for all! Nice people and good diving sites

Review rating: 5

Review Author: andreamH1856PK, Milan, Italy

Review Date: 26 jan 2020

Review Body: After excellent experience at Sanctum Una Una, we’ve tried also Sanctum Diving School in Nusa Penida, and didn’t regret it! Professional service, nice and friendly environment, very enjoyable. Our instructor Andrey and dive master Heskey/Ischia made us feel very comfortable during our dives, we saw a big group of mantas, billhawk turtles, lion fishes, tons of angelfishes, wrasse, different kind of shrimps, and even a tresher shark. Very recommended!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Lulu Siti raudha

Review Date: 30 dec 2019

Review Body: I appreciate the excellent service from Sanctum Dive. Staffs, Instructors and divemasters, are very friendly , helpful and patient. They were very welcoming and ensure that we were comfortable during our time there. The lady boss was so kind to assist us with her personal camera when ours failed on us. I’m really touched by their gesture and I will recommend my friends to Sanctum Dive! Will I come again? Definitely! I want to see Mola Mola next!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jrayjanssen

Review Date: 12 feb 2020

Review Body: Scheduled a 2 diver session the morning before going out and Sanctum Dive was happily able to fit me in their schedule for the day. Me and friend dived in Manta Point and SB with Sam as our dive Master and we loved it. Sam gave a great briefing and did his best to make sure we got to see everything possible. In 1 dive we saw Sea Snakes, Turtles, Sharks, Manta Rays, Octopus, Lobsters, and more. Great dive !!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: friedarika

Review Date: 05 dec 2019

Review Body: We went to two different spots along with the scuba diving crew, first was Manta point, little bit rougher sea and sadly no mantas and then up north to the most beautiful reef, saw a diverse underwater world and even a turtle and many fish like clownfish etc. Andrej was an awesome guide, very welcoming and explained everything! Snacks along with water and coffee were provided! Would recommend

Review rating: 5

Review Author: sethy8919

Review Date: 01 mrt 2020

Review Body: Super great place to go to dive, recreational or to get certificate! Mantas are amazing!!! Yosef was our instructor and made every part of our advanced open water a blast. Non stop laughing and fun. They serve wonderful coffee and snacks in between dives and a free meal when we got back every day. Highly recommend sanctum wherever you are in Bali!! Request Yosef for an extra good time!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Zannamari

Review Date: 29 mrt 2020

Review Body: I had best time with Abdul! I so enjoyed our dives. Abdul is the best kind of divemaster. You have safely dives but still so much fun ! We did lot of drift dives and Abdul handled situation really good and gave us good intructions during the dive! Terima kasih Abdul and sampai jumpa lagi! And of course Teemu you are the best! No words needed! I hope I see you all soon! With love Sanna

Review rating: 5

Review Author: abhishekrajan07

Review Date: 21 dec 2019

Review Body: It was a wonderful experience at Sanctum. Was my first dive and couldn't have been at a better place. Teemu, the instructor, was brilliant and very patient, ensured that we felt safe and had a great time. Very professionally done with great facilities and the equipment definitely seemed top notch. Very friendly group and always happy to help. Definitely recommend for beginners.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: 284nicha, Vejle, Denmark

Review Date: 11 nov 2019

Review Body: We came here to get a open water certificate and I got 95% and the lady 100% that alone should tell you they know what they're doing. We have lived at their place for 3 days straight and at this point we feel like a part of the family here, everyone is so nice so yea I loved it here and would definitely recommend this place whether you want a dive or certifficate

Review rating: 5

Review Author: 640leilav, Kuopio, Finland

Review Date: 24 feb 2020

Review Body: 4 great fun dives in two days with Sanctum Dive Nusa Penida. Really nice and beatiful divesites. Lots of reefs and reef fishes. We saw mantas, octopus and even dolphins. I had a lot of fun! Sactum Dive has good fastboats and new gear. Thanks for my dive masters Donny and Sam making my underwater experiences so great! Terima kashi!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: french1313, London, United Kingdom

Review Date: 15 feb 2020

Review Body: We talked to several dive clubs but thought this one was the more the professional. They say they see mantas 90% of the time. They also check the conditions before going to a site on the day. So that feels safe. There was yummy pancakes on the boat too. They have a nice club with a beach club. Great to hang out.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Michelleshen712, Taichung, Taiwan

Review Date: 24 dec 2019

Review Body: We booked a scuba diving package from the dive center to Manta point.The dive was super great! We saw manta ray and sea turtle.Also saw many many interesting fishes here.Our guide Joseph was super nice and fun to lead us.Great experience diving here.Highly recommend to come here and enjoy your diving experience.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: F226YQdianab

Review Date: 05 dec 2019

Review Body: Had a lot of fun on this tour even though the Mantas didn’t decide to show... The second spot for snorkeling was beautiful and we even got lucky to see a turtle just for us alone. The guides Ratno and Andre were great and with the pancake snack everyone was having a great time. Thanks and c u next time! ;)

Review rating: 5

Review Author: ejeosann, Hong Kong, China

Review Date: 25 dec 2019

Review Body: Excellent dive shop, knowledgeable guides. We dove 5 days and saw most of the dive sites in Nusa Penida. Some of the best sites are just minutes by boat from the shop. Spent Christmas here and the staff invited us to an incredible dinner with all the divemasters, locals and visitors and we had a blast!!

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Zwemmen, eten en duiken.

Itinerary Description: 9.00 uur: Zwembadsessie 11.00 uur: Lunch 12.30 uur: Duik 1 13.30 uur: Oppervlaktepauze

Itinerary Day 2

Itinerary Summary: Duikavontuur

Itinerary Description: 9 uur: Duik 3 10 uur: Oppervlakte-interval 12 uur: Lunch 13 uur: Duik 4

Itinerary Day 3

Itinerary Summary: Theorie, examen en papierwerk

Itinerary Description: 10 uur: Theoriegesprek en examen 12 uur: Lunch 13 uur: PADI-formulier invullen