🌊 Best Dive Sites in Gili Trawangan (Complete Guide)
If you’re planning to go scuba diving in Gili Trawangan, you’re in for an incredible experience.
The waters around the Gili Islands are home to:
- 🐢 Sea turtles
- 🌿 Healthy coral reefs
- 🦈 Reef sharks
- 🌊 Beautiful drift dives
In this guide, we’ll break down the best dive sites in Gili Trawangan, what to expect, and which ones are right for you.
🐢 Turtle Heaven (Best for Turtles)
One of the most famous dive sites in the Gili Islands.
Why it’s special:
- Extremely high chance of seeing turtles
- Calm conditions
- Great for beginners
You’ll often see:
- Multiple turtles on a single dive
- Reef fish and coral formations
👉 This is a must-do dive for first-timers.
🦈 Shark Point (Best for Bigger Marine Life)
Located near the north of Gili Trawangan, this is one of the deeper and more exciting sites.
What to expect:
- Whitetip and blacktip reef sharks
- Green and Hawksbill Turtles
- Stronger currents
👉 Best suited for:
- Certified divers
- Those comfortable with drift diving
🦈 Halik (The all time favourite allrounder dive site )
Located at the north of Gili Trawangan, this is one of the most popular dive sites around all three Gili islands.
What to expect:
- Whitetip and blacktip reef sharks
- Green and Hawksbill Turtles
- Beautiful coral reef
- Clownfishes
- Cuttlefishes and octopuses
- Moray eels
👉 Best suited for:
- Discover Scuba divers.
- Certified divers
- Open Water Diver course students
- Perfectly for first time divers.
🌊 Manta Point (Seasonal Highlight)
A less predictable but exciting dive site.
What you might see:
- Manta rays (seasonal)
- Pelagic fish
- Conditions vary, so dives here depend on: 👉 Weather + wind conditions.
🌿 Shallow Turbo (Perfect for Beginners)
This site is full of:
- Colorful coral formations
- Whitetip reef sharks
- Calm, shallow water
- Plenty of reef fish
👉 Ideal for:
- Discover Scuba Diving
- Open Water students
🌊 Simon’s Reef & Deep Turbo (For Advanced Divers)
For more experienced divers looking for variety:
Expect:
- Drift diving
- Stronger currents
- More dynamic underwater landscapes
👉 These dives are more adventurous and require experience.
🐠 Which Dive Site Is Best for You?
👉 Beginners:
- Turtle Heaven
- Halik
- Shallow Turbo
👉 Certified divers:
- Shark Point
- Halik
- Manta Point
👉 Advanced divers:
- Deep Turbo
- Simon’s Reef
💡 How Dive Sites Are Chosen
Dive sites in the Gili Islands are selected daily based on:
- Weather conditions and wind velocity
- Tides and Currents
- Diver experience level
👉 This ensures safe and enjoyable dives every day.
🤿 Explore These Dive Sites with Us
The best way to experience these sites is with guided dives led by local experts.
👉 We run daily dive trips to the top sites around Gili Trawangan
- Small groups
- Flexible schedules
- Experienced guides
👉 Explore guided dives here → Guided fun dive for certified divers
❓ FAQ – Diving in Gili Trawangan
Q: Are the dive sites suitable for beginners?
A: Yes—many sites like Coral Gardens and Turtle Heaven are perfect for beginners.
Q: Will I see turtles?
A: Very likely. The Gili Islands are famous for their turtle population.
Q: Are there strong currents?
A: Some sites have currents, but dive plans are adjusted based on your level.
Q: Can I choose the dive site?
A: You can request, but final decisions depend on safety and conditions.
💬 Ready to Dive in Gili Trawangan?
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced diver, the Gili Islands offer something for everyone.
👉 Message us to:
- Check dive schedules
- Plan your dives
- Book your spot
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