Amed Reef Spearfishing Charter

If you can learn how to hunt the pressured reef in Amed, you'll be able to hunt any reef in the world...

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American Client Evan and his donkey Maori Seaperch

Man holding up a large Maori Seaperch that was speared in Amed on a boat with a blue ocean and sky in the background

Reef hunting in one of the hardest places to find fish.

The reef in Amed is under significant fishing pressure. The fish here are educated. They spook easily, they hold deep in structure, and they don't give you easy shots.

Hunting this reef builds the skills that transfer everywhere: breath control, stalking, patience, and shot placement under pressure.

It's a challenge, but it also might be very rewarding.

Dive with a professional guide in the water with you throughout the charter, not watching from the boat.

A private boat charter to our top spearfishing spots in Amed.

Safety and hunting briefing with your instructor before you enter the water.

All spearfishing equipment included: speargun, wetsuit, fins, mask, float line, and weight belt.

Underwater videography of your dives and catches throughout the day.

Alex and his first Giant Trevally

Who is this charter for?

You're comfortable in the ocean and you want to develop proper reef hunting technique. Maybe you've spearfished before. Maybe you haven't. Either way, reef hunting rewards patience and precision over aggression, and our instructors will meet you at your current level.

If you've never spearfished before, our Learn to Spearfish course is a better starting point: it covers the fundamentals in a structured format before putting you in the water with a gun.

Freedivers and scuba divers who want to add spearfishing to their skillset in a guided, safety-first environment.

Experienced spearos who want to sharpen technique on a pressured, challenging reef.

Visitors to Amed who want to hunt and eat local: clean, fresh, and sustainable.

Individuals or small groups who want a fully private guided charter on the Amed reef.

What's on the reef.

The Amed reef holds a variety of species depending on the site and conditions. Most are in structure: under coral heads, in crevices, along wall faces. Finding them takes patience. Shooting them takes more. Some of the most common species we see are:

Trevallies: Giant Trevally and other various trevally species that patrol the reef edges. Aggressive, powerful, and very tasty.

Pelagics: Dogtooth Tuna, Spanish Mackerel, and Green Jobfish are rarities that can be found at dropoff and special spots in Amed.

Reef Species: Beautiful and rare table fare include species such as Coral Trout, Midnight Snapper, Maori Seaperch, Bigeye Seabream (Mu), and Red Seabass.

Reef spearfishing done properly.

We run structured hunts with clear dive protocols. Your instructor is in the water diving with you throughout the day, never supervising from the boat.

We only spear fish we intend to eat. Sustainable and selective hunting is a major part of how we operate.

Full safety and hunting briefing before every session: speargun handling, targeting protocols, dive signals, and emergency procedures.

Your instructor dives with you as a dedicated safety diver throughout the charter, not watching from the boat.

Float line and dive flag is provided for every diver. Surface visibility is non-negotiable.

We only take fish we intend to eat: sustainable, selective, and low-impact on the reef ecosystem.

Aquatix Reef Spearfishing Charter -- Amed, Bali

What a typical charter day looks like.

Before You Arrive

  • Eat a good breakfast. This is a full day on the water.
  • Bring sun protection: a rashguard or reef-safe sunscreen. You'll be exposed on the boat and in shallow water all day.
  • Let us know your spearfishing experience level and any medical conditions when you book.
  • If you have your own spearfishing gear, you're welcome to bring it. Just let us know in advance.
  • Avoid a heavy meal within 2 hours of the start time.

Your Day

7:00 | Meet Up

  • Car transportation is included. We'll confirm pickup logistics when you book.
  • Arrive at the boat, gear up, complete your waiver.

Safety and Hunting Briefing

  • Review spearfishing safety protocols, speargun handling, float line use, and targeting techniques specific to reef hunting.
  • Your instructor will brief you on target species, site selection, and dive approach for the day.

Reef Charter

  • Head out by boat to the day's reef sites around Amed.
  • Your instructor is in the water with you as your safety diver and hunting guide throughout the day.
  • Move between sites based on conditions, fish activity, and what you're hunting.
  • Underwater videography captured throughout the day.

End of Day

  • Return to shore with your catch.
  • Fish are cleaned and filleted.
  • Head to a local beachside restaurant in the evening. Your fish, cooked to your liking.

Book your spot

Full day · Amed reef · All equipment and boat included

Private

$ 350 USD

1 person maximum

All equipment, boat charter, car transport, and videography included

Best value

Shared

$ 600 USD

Up to 2 people

All equipment, boat charter, car transport, and videography included

Prices are displayed in USD for reference only. Final payment is settled in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) at the prevailing exchange rate on the day of payment.

  • white icon of a first aid kit for offshore spearfishing

    Safety First

    Emergency lifejackets, a, industrial first-aid kit, and emergency SOS beacons are on every Aquatix vessel.

  • White icon of insurance paperwork for a freediving school

    Properly Insured

    All clients are covered by third-party liability insurance for the duration of their time with us.

  • Icon of a clipboard with Indonesian diving permits

    Fully Permitted

    We hold all of the required Indonesian commercial licences to operate spearfishing and diving activities.

Ready to book your reef charter?

Reach out and we'll confirm availability, answer questions, and get you on the water.

Reach out directly

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Or send us a message

Common questions about the reef charter.

Do I need spearfishing experience to book this charter?

You should be comfortable in the ocean and have some breath-hold ability. Prior spearfishing experience is helpful but not required. If you've never held a speargun before, our Learn to Spearfish course is a better starting point: it covers the fundamentals and includes a guided charter as part of the day.

How deep are the reef dive sites?

The Amed reef varies. Shallow reef tops sit at 3 to 8 metres; the wall and deeper structure goes to 20 metres and beyond. Where we hunt depends on your experience level and the target species on the day. Your instructor will take you to the appropriate sites and depths for your ability.

What equipment do I need to bring?

All equipment is provided and included: speargun, float line, float, wetsuit, fins, mask, snorkel, weight belt, and weights. If you have your own spearfishing gear, you're welcome to bring it. Just let us know when you book.

Is reef spearfishing sustainable?

Done properly, yes. We operate on a strict eat-what-you-shoot principle: we only target species and sizes that are appropriate to take, and we don't shoot for sport. Selective spearfishing, by freedivers without scuba gear, is widely considered one of the most sustainable forms of fishing. We also avoid spawning aggregations and protected areas.

Can I keep the fish I catch?

Yes. All fish you catch belong to you. We'll have them cleaned and filleted, and you can arrange to have them cooked at a local restaurant that evening. Your catch, your meal.

What if conditions aren't right on the day?

We monitor conditions before every charter. If visibility is poor, swell is significant, or conditions would make for a genuinely bad experience, we'll contact you to reschedule at no cost. We won't run a charter in conditions that put anyone at risk.

Can I cancel or reschedule?

Yes. Please give us at least 48 hours notice if you need to change your booking. Cancellations within 24 hours of the charter start time may not be eligible for a full refund, as logistics and equipment are already in motion by that point. If you need to cancel due to illness or an emergency, reach out directly and we'll handle it on a case-by-case basis.

What should I ask any operator before booking?

A few things worth checking with any operator before you commit:

  • How many clients per instructor?
  • What certification does the instructor hold?
  • Are clients covered by third-party liability insurance for the duration of the activity?
  • Is the operator properly licensed to run commercial diving activities in Indonesia?

We're happy to answer all of these. Just reach out.