Coral Reef Restoration in Bali
Learn about coral reef restoration in Amed and contribute to their preservation through Ocean Gardener’s coral conservation programs.
Just ten minutes from our dive center, Lipah Beach is home to a coral restoration project. Since 2016, Ocean Gardener’s team has worked to rebuild this precious ecosystem and planted more than 10,000 corals using sustainable coral restoration techniques.
At Amed Jepun Divers, we proudly support their mission and we invite you to learn, take action, and help the reef grow again.
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Coral Conservation Courses in Bali
Half Day - 2 dives
An introduction to coral biology and coral restoration. Perfect for curious divers wanting to make their first step into ocean conservation.
Join us for this half day experience, plant a Coral and learn about coral restoration.
Go deeper into coral identification, nursery care, and coral reef restoration techniques guided by Ocean Gardener experts.
During this 3 days course learn how reefs are rebuilt, one fragment at a time.
Half Day - Snorkeling
A beginner-friendly, experience for anyone who wants to support the project, learn about corals, and explore Lipah reef.
This half-day snorkeling experience is open to children aged 8 and over.
What is a Coral and Why Are Coral Reefs Important
Corals are living animals, tiny polyps that join together to form colonies that may take decades or even centuries to grow. Their partnership with algae called zooxanthellae allows them to build the lively reefs structures we know today.
Healthy coral reefs are the foundation of life in tropical oceans.
Although coral cover barely 1% of the ocean, they support 25% of all marine species, protect coastlines by absorbing wave energy, and support millions of people through fisheries, tourism, and coastal livelihoods. But these ecosystems are in trouble.
Today, global coral reef ecosystems are threatened.
More than half of the world’s coral reefs have vanished in just 70 years due to destructive fishing methods, rising ocean temperatures, pollution, ocean acidification, and unsustainable tourism.
Protecting and restoring coral reefs has never been more urgent.
Lipah Beach Coral Reef Restoration Project
To date, 10,356 corals have been outplanted in Lipah from the coral nursery back onto the natural reef or artificial reef structures.
Established in 2016, this coral restoration site in Amed was seeded with fragments from the Ocean Gardener nursery in Candidasa and corals of opportunity.
Since then, Ocean Gardener has developed 2 coral nurseries in Lipah, one at 6 meters and one at 16 meters, cultivating a diverse range of 54 coral species at this restoration site.
Take Action, Save the Reef!
Every diver can make a difference. By joining one of our coral conservation courses or snorkeling experiences, you’ll learn how reefs work, and directly support the recovery of Lipah coral reef.
It’s a chance to turn your holiday into something meaningful: a moment where your hands help rebuild the ocean. Dive with purpose, give back to nature, and help the reef thrive for generations to come.
Ready to Restore the Reef? Join us at Amed Jepun Divers, your journey into coral conservation starts here.
How Coral Restoration Works
Coral reef restoration uses the coral’s natural ability to reproduce asexually. Coral fragments are grown in nurseries, where species are carefully selected for local conditions and restoration site biodiversity.
Once mature, these coral fragments are harvested from the nurseries and transplanted using artificial frames, ropes, or direct out-planting on the wild reef depending on the habitat, substrate and appropriate methodology specific to each restoration site.
Those coral reef restoration sustainable method, refined through Ocean Gardener’s 25 years of experience, helps degraded reefs recover faster and with stronger biodiversity.
345,721 corals planted
Over 345,000 corals restored across Indonesia, rebuilding reef structure and biodiversity.
Educating new coral advocates
Scholarships and training programs empower Indonesian students to become leaders in reef conservation.
Giving back to the reefs
Every project supports long-term monitoring, community involvement, and meaningful ecological recovery.
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About Ocean Gardener
Ocean Gardener is a non-profit organization dedicated to coral education, reef restoration, and community empowerment across Indonesia.
With 25 years of coral restoration expertise, they train local partners, create nurseries, and develop sustainable coral reef restoration methods that truly work.
Ocean Gardener approach blends science, community, and hands-on learning, offering professional coral conservation courses that inspire a new generation of ocean guardians.
Ocean Gardener Coral Courses
Learn coral biology and professional coral reef restoration methods directly from the Ocean Gardener team!
Their coral conservation courses offer unmatched knowledge, practical skills, and an inspiring way to give back to the ocean.
Half Day - 2 Dives
Learn the fundamentals of coral biology, growth forms, and reef ecology before heading underwater to explore the coral nursery in Amed.
You’ll identify coral species, understand the threats reefs face, and plant your own coral fragment to support long-term restoration efforts.
3 Days - 5 Dives
Spend 3 immersive days becoming a coral restoration marine biologist.
During this course learn coral biology, reproduction, threats, and how 15 coral genera shape a reef. Each lesson is reinforced with scuba diving sessions, nursery work, and planting your own coral.
Leave equipped with practical restoration skills and a deeper understanding of reef conservation.
5 Days - 10 Dives
Over 5 days, develop the ability to identify up to 90% of coral genera found on Bali’s reefs.
Through extended classroom sessions and multiple dives on the coral restoration site, you’ll explore coral ecology, learn to “read” a reef, assess its health, and apply advanced identification skills to support effective restoration planning and monitoring.
4 Weeks - 40 Dives
A four-week program designed for future coral restoration practitioners.
With 40+ dives, in-depth modules, and hands-on nursery work, you’ll master restoration techniques, monitoring tools, site selection, and project design.
Learn directly from experts and gain the knowledge needed to contribute to professional reef restoration projects around the world.
10 Days - 20 Dives
This 10-day professional course focuses on mastering identification within the largest coral genus, Acropora.
Learn to recognize up to 95 species, understand their ecological roles, and apply this knowledge to restoration projects.
Ideal for conservation professionals needing advanced taxonomic skills for fieldwork and reef-monitoring programs.
2 Weeks - 24 Dives
A two-week professional training focused on identifying key reef fish species, understanding ecological roles, and recognizing how fish communities shape reef health.
This course supports restoration practitioners by teaching how fish populations interact with corals, helping guide informed decisions for ecosystem-wide restoration and long-term reef resilience.
1 Day - 2 Dives
Explore the fascinating world of iconic Coral Triangle species through focused specialty dives:
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Clownfish Diver Specialty
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Anemone Diver Specialty
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Giant Clam Diver Specialty
Learn to identify clownfish and their host anemones, discover the importance of giant clams, and understand how each species contributes to reef balance. Perfect for divers wanting unique, educational underwater experiences.
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Half Day - Snorkeling
Enjoy a half-day coral adventure suitable for families and children aged 8+.
Learn what corals are, why they matter, and how restoration works before snorkeling over Ocean Gardener’s coral nurseries in Lipah.
A fun, memorable way to explore marine life while supporting local conservation and community-led reef restoration.
Why Choose Ocean Gardener Courses with Amed Jepun Divers
Ocean Gardener’s coral restoration expertise meet Amed Jepun Divers to offer a meaningful, hands-on coral conservation experience.
By training at our dive center and the Lipah coral restoration site, you learn directly from Ocean Gardener specialists while contributing to work that protects Bali’s reefs.
Your participation helps fund coral reef restoration and empowers Amed communities with sustainable alternatives that preserve these ecosystem for future generations.
Give back to Bali’s reefs by joining a course that directly funds coral restoration programs. A portion of every booking supports coral nurseries, maintenance work, and restoration efforts that help rebuild the surrounding reef.
Support coral reef restoration
Combine your SSI Open Water or Advanced courses with Ocean Gardener coral restoration programs. Learn to dive while learning how to protect the ocean and restore the reefs you explore.
SSI diving courses & Ocean conservation
Stay at Jepun Hill Studios, our on-site accommodation, and enjoy a discount on all your diving activities. Our five spacious studios offer comfort for couples, families, and solo travelers during your conservation journey.