Indodreams Vol. 4.0: Summertime

Summertime arrive we are out there having fun. Compilation video of what summer has to offer on our island. Please enjoy and dive save. Dont Forget to Share.

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Nusa Penida, 8.5.2014

Since my first trip to Nusa Penida, I know what people really mean when they talk about crystal clear water. As a former diver I've already seen clear water in the Red Sea, on the West Coast of Australia, in the Andaman Sea and even on one or two occasions in the South of Bali. But seeing close to 50 meters under water was something I haven't been privileged to experience so far. This was reason enough to really look forward to my second trip to this little, beautiful island off the East Coast of Bali.

Already before I jumped into the water, I noticed that something was different this time. At my favourite spot around the island, a lot of things were floating on the water. Some wood, some leaves and a lot of plastic trash. It was strange to see the Canang Cari slowly drifting from the boat to the massive garbage carpet as soon as it was given to the sea. So this offering for the gods given by my two local friends ahead of every fishing day was for once not the beautiful and impressive tradition I've learnt to appreciate so much. The trash just didn't fit to this underwater paradise full of  beautiful, healthy corals, turtles and all kinds of fish. I'd rather wanted to see some sharks instead. But it seems that we humans see trash as a replacement for everything we take out of the sea...

Also not impressive was the water below the surface. A visibility of around 15 meters might be highly welcome in South Bali, but for sure not at this underwater heaven. The reason for the poor visibility was not only the milky water, but also some more trash. Huge amounts of garbage were floating in the current. My eyes didn't want to believe it at first, but there was no doubt that this was the very spot where the term “crystal clear water” was explained to me a little while ago.

I didn't have a lot of time to be disappointed though. Because soon I noticed that between the pieces of plastic were also some fish. So I dived down to take a closer look and soon met a big group of Rainbowrunners. I tried to get myself into a good position, but wasn't able to get close enough to a fish. On my second dive I was more lucky. I didn't even have to dive deep to meet the Rainbowrunners, because one approached me from behind and swam right into my reach.

I had no time to enjoy the catch of this beautiful fish, because luck decided to be on my side this day. Right after my first catch I spotted the silhouette of a fish right in front of me, but quite deep down. The fish didn't look that big, but I was sure it was not one of the Unicorn or Surgeon fish roaming around this spot. So I took a deep breath and dived slowly straight down. When I was at the same depth as the fish, I noticed two things: I was right about the species, but wrong about its size. Just 6 or 7 meters away was a big Giant Trevally swimming around.

My first reaction was the same as always: Excitement. The moment I notice a big fish around, instinct takes over. My heartbeat doubles in a matter of seconds and my bloodstream is taken over by adrenaline. All the skills I've acquired over the past two years are gone. My inner voice screams like a maniac and my ego already sings a song about the great fisherman.

I know this feeling pretty good, because I've already had the luck to see a few big fish before. But for the first time I could calm down my heart and successfully control my instinct to rush towards the fish. Gently kicking my fins I managed to slowly approach the fish without scaring it off. The moment I shot, all the suppressed excitement came back up and put myself in a fight I'll hardly ever forget. I gave my everything to land this fish. And my efforts paid off: It was finally time to take home my first really big fish...

Actually this is not even true, because the fish of almost 10 kilos never left the island. I had the opportunity to share it with my friends, their families and their friends. Close to 20 people were around when we barbecued the fish over an open fire in the evening and enjoyed it with delicious Sambal Mentah. And because I know that nothing of the fish was wasted and that the fish was really appreciated, I'm very happy that I still have to bring my first big fish home...

Thank you guys for your time and sampai jumpa lagi

Text and photo by:

David Aeneas Giger

Great Spearfishing Trip Eastern Indonesia

Great Video of  underwater filming, Dogtooth, Spanish Mackerel and amazing scenery of the Underwater world of Indonesia

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Lembongan and Penida Underwater Hidden Treasure

Blake and Larry

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It had been 2 years since I last returned to the Penida and Lembongan region.   I am glad to be back! My friend Blake planed this trip from 10,000 miles away. He came with his father Larry who is well known throughout the world as an International Fisherman. He has many fishing adventure around the world and holds numerous world records in his belt. The third man is dear friend of Blake name Kirk , both a sailboat and powerboat expert. No sooner had we arrived in Lembongan, that we found ourselves in the company of my relatives Agus and Umik, owners of the ‘Mushroom Garden Villa’. We immediately jumped into the Lembongan excitement, dropping our bags, eating a brilliant lunch and meeting with a local boat owner friend of my relative, an expert maritime explorer, well known for his underwater knowledge around Nusa Penida and Lembogan, From the conversation we had I had a clear picture of what to expect and quickly had a good feeling about our adventure prepared for the next few days. 

Larry and Blake fishing Adventure around the world

By 1 in the afternoon, we would be picked up and taken straight to the first spot. We only have 1 hour before the water condition changes and spearfishing will be difficult. The first spot is only recommended for people who can dive 25 meter plus and 3-4 minute breath-hold. We saw sharks, Eagle ray and sea full of unicorn fish. Dogtooth Tuna was no-where to be found, and the water quickly change and we move to the second spot.  The second spot my first shot of the day was ‘Giant Trevally’ and wouldn’t you ‘lost the spear’. Then we saw a few timid Giant Maori Seaperch and the brilliant ‘mu fish’. I was using a 3 rubber Sliptip and took a shot at a ‘Jobfish’ but missed the shot.


A decent nights rest and we headed out for the next day, setting up the trolling rod and headed to a new spot’ it took us an hour fighting current and big swell. The water condition had changed dramatically from a nice clear and amazing visibility to silky water with sediments. The day’s swell prediction was  4-6 ft at Ceningan and the following day was rapidly increasing at 6-10 ft. After the bumpy ride we finally arrived and it was empty only saw a couple small ‘Bluefin Trevally’ and 1 ‘Longnose Emperor’ that broke off from the spear. Then we moved several spots but the water was murky. ‘Arriving to the The lost spot’, our captain joined us in the water, mainly because it was his favorite sport. The visibility left little room to complain. I spend all day hunting ‘Big Maori Seaperch’ but I couldn't get a good shot. I also some nice size ‘Mangrove Jack’ but they kept their distance. In the end I ended up catching a 10 kg GT. After having no luck all day. Blake shot a few ‘Bluefin Trevally’. We headed back to the hotel to have lunch some much needed rest before the later dive.

Our Second dive of the day found us back in then we went back to yesterday spot and the water visibility was perfect. I didn’t see any school of ‘Unicorn Fish’. I was hoping to see the same GT who took my ‘Cressi’ shaft. I Saw ‘Giant Maori Seaperch’ again but couldn't get a good shot. Then not long after I saw the GT with the shaft still stuck. I didn't hesitate and full charge on the fish and took a nice shot. The injured fish had 2 shafts but still fought like a boss.  Then the shaft, bending like a toothpick,broke and fell off.  The fish didn't go too far and my friend Blake was ready and took a good secure shot, and another shot for the kill shot. 


This trip was amazing, with good friends, old and new, we shared moments and adventure; and I can’t wait tell we return to this world more often.  Words cannot express my gratitude for my cousins Umik and Agus, along with their excellent staff, in offering generous hospitality while staying at the beautiful‘Mushroom Garden Villa Room’ and graciously preparing delicious meals from our fresh catch. The captain’s knowledge and personality was legendary, adventuring into his world is truly one of a kind.  I will never forget the moments shared by both new and old Texas friends. Fondly remembering Larry’s gentle and wise advise and stories of his epic fishing adventure around the world.  Blake with his enthusiasm and enough motivation to keep us on our toes.  Kirk’s goofy behavior provided us with laughter.  Indeed, the honor felt to share this priceless moment in the mysterious world of Penida and Lembongan will bring a smile to my face for many years to come.

Blake Trophy fish

Kirk and myself