Diving in Gili Air
Scuba Diving Courses & Trips for beginners and advanced divers
Courses for beginners
Open Water in Gili
3 days
6,400,000 IDR
Personalized training combined with underwater practice sessions ensures you gain the skills and experience needed to feel truly comfortable underwater.
Scuba Diver
2 days
4,600,000 IDR
Embark on a journey into a new world with our scuba diving course. Develop crucial underwater abilities, master your equipment, and uncover the hidden beauty beneath the waves.
Try Scuba (2 dives)
1 day
1,750,000 IDR
Take a plunge into underwater exploration with our Try Scuba course, offering two exhilarating dives. Under the expert guidance of our instructors, you’ll experience the thrill of weightlessness and the stunning underwater scenery.
Advanced courses
Advanced course
2 days
5,400,000 IDR
Already Certified? Dive deeper and improve your diving skills with the Advanced Adventurer course. You’ll be able to dive to 30 mt (100 feet) dept.
React Right
1 day
2,400,000 IDR
The SSI React Right course is an essential emergency training program that covers a wide range of crucial skills to effectively respond to various emergency situations, both within and outside the diving environment. This course will provide you with the tools and knowledge necessary to assess emergency situations, provide first aid, perform CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and stabilize affected individuals until professional help arrives.
Nitrox Specialty
2 days
3,200,000 IDR
Plunge into the SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty. Acquire enriched air diving skills with up to 40% oxygen, amplifying dive boundaries, safety, and efficiency for remarkable underwater explorations.
Rescue
2 days
6,400,000 IDR
Unlock enhanced diving competence with the SSI Diver Stress & Rescue course. Learn stress recognition, accident prevention, and emergency response skills, fostering confidence, safety, and adept underwater rescue abilities.
Deep Specialty
2 days
4,190,000 IDR
Join our 2 dives trips in the morning or afternoon boat in small groups and guided by our experienced instructors.
Professional courses
Divemaster Course in Gili
6-8 weeks
19,000,000 IDR
Embark on a 2-month adventure to attain Divemaster status. Experience daily dives, assisting courses, learning from skilled mentors, and forming new connections. Explore our Divemaster packages! Requirements: 40 logged dives, Diver Stress & Rescue certification or equivalent. Commence as a novice and evolve into a Divemaster or Instructor. Obtain Dive Guide and Science of Diving accreditations.
And also…
Fun Dives (2 dives)
1 day
1,180,000 IDR
Experience double the excitement with our Fun Dives course featuring two unforgettable dives. Dive into vibrant marine realms, encounter captivating sea life, and create lasting memories as you explore the underwater world with our expert guides.
Refresh
2 days
1,540,000 IDR
Elevate your diving skills with the Refresh Dive Course. Reinforce techniques, restore confidence, and ensure safety for a seamless return to underwater adventures after a hiatus.
National park fee: 100,000 IDR. for one day. A single charge for any activity.
About DPM Diving: Diving for all levels
The Gilis have a wide range of dive sites for all kind of divers. Already a Certified Diver? Check out our Fun Diving packs and Gili Islands dive sites. At DPM Diving we have diving programs for everyone, beginners and even pro divers.Drop us a messageand we willfind the most suitable diving experience for you.
Scuba Diving in Gili Air
Welcome to your new diving destination! We are so captivated by the Gili Islands that we have expanded with a new dive school, now on Gili Air, complementing our established center on Gili Trawangan. And there are plenty of reasons why.
Gili Air, part of this stunning archipelago near Lombok and just a short distance from Bali, offers everything you need for an unforgettable experience: pristine beaches, a vibrant international community, and perfect diving conditions to explore its rich underwater world. Are you ready to dive into the adventure?
Discover Turtle Heaven
Did you know there’s a dive site called Turtle Heaven in Gili Trawangan? We can take you there even if you never dived before! Contact us to find the right diving experience for you!
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FAQs about Gili Air
Where are the best dive sites in Gili Air?
Popular ones include Turtle Heaven, Shark Point, and Meno Wall.
How much does it cost to dive in Gili Air?
Prices are pretty standard in Indonesia. A baptism dive usually goes for around 1,750,000 IDR, and the Open Water course is roughly 6,400,000 IDR (equipment is usually included). Prices can vary depending on your experience or level, so it’s best to check each course.
Do I need experience to dive in Gili Air?
Not at all. You can start from zero with a beginner experience or a full course. As long as you can swim and are in good health, you’re good to go.
Is Gili Air a good place to get Open Water certified?
Definitely. Calm conditions, experienced instructors, and a relaxed environment make it a really solid place to learn.
Can you see turtles while diving in Gili Air?
Very likely, yes. It’s one of the highlights of diving here, and sightings are super common on many dive sites.
More about Gili Air
One of the things that makes Gili Air special is how simple everything feels. No cars, no motorbikes—just bikes, walking, and the occasional horse cart. It sets the tone from the moment you arrive.
That slower pace carries over into diving. Schedules aren’t rushed, surface intervals are actually relaxing, and there’s always time to just hang out between dives.
It’s also a great place if you want balance. You can dive in the morning, chill on the beach in the afternoon, and grab dinner with people you just met. Social when you want it, peaceful when you don’t.
Team
Ibai
Manager
Billy
Scuba Instructor
Ina
Instructor & Photographer
Posts about Gili Air
How to get from Bali to the Gili Islands: complete transport guide
It’s hard to leave behind Bali’s mesmerizing landscapes of rice terraces, ancient temples, busy beaches filled with travelers from all over the world, and its unique atmosphere. But once you’re there, it’s worth exploring further. A classic and essential detour when…
Complete Guide to the Gili Islands: Everything You Need to Know!
We all look for that little piece of paradise where we can lose ourselves for a while (even if it’s just for a few days) and remember it for the rest of our lives. And interestingly, this idea of paradise often shares a few common factors: white sand beaches,…
How to get from Bali to the Gili Islands? Complete guide
So, you’ve made it to Bali, a true paradise! The food, the mix of cosmopolitan and local vibes, the traditions, the rice fields, and those postcard-perfect landscapes. But since you’re already here, why not extend your adventure to the Gili Islands? With pristine…
Diving in Gili Air: what to expect
Diving in Gili Air is all about slowing things down. No rush, no pressure—just easy, enjoyable dives and that laid-back island vibe that kind of pulls you in without trying too hard.
Most dives here are pretty relaxed. Conditions are usually friendly, visibility is good, and marine life definitely shows up: turtles are a regular thing, reefs are colorful, and there’s always plenty going on if you take your time to look around.
It’s a great spot for beginners. Calm sites, patient instructors, and a general “you’ve got this” atmosphere make learning here feel easy. But if you’re already certified, you won’t get bored—there are drift dives, deeper sites, and enough variety to keep things interesting.
At the end of the day, diving in Gili Air isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about enjoying the dive, the people, and everything in between.
Best dive sites around Gili Air
Gili Air might be small, but the dive options around it (and nearby Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan) are surprisingly diverse. Here are a few highlights:
- Turtle Heaven: pretty self-explanatory—one of the best spots to see turtles, and chances are high you will.
- Hans Reef: ideal for beginners, shallow, calm, and full of life.
- Shark Point: a bit more advanced, with currents and the chance to spot reef sharks.
- Meno Wall: a beautiful wall dive with soft corals and tons of macro life.
- Bounty Wreck: a shallow wreck that’s fun, easy, and packed with marine life.
Each site has its own vibe, so it really depends on your level and what you’re in the mood for.
What diving courses can you do in Gili Air?
Gili Air is one of those places where trying diving just makes sense. You can start with a Discover Scuba Dive if you just want a taste, or go all in with the Open Water course.
From there, it’s the usual path: Advanced, Rescue, specialties like Nitrox or Deep Diving… and yes, even going pro if you decide to stick around a bit longer (which happens more often than people expect).
The best part? There’s no rush. Courses here tend to feel more like an experience than a checklist.
Is Gili Air good for beginner divers?
Short answer: yes. Long answer: also yes, but in a very good way.
Conditions are usually calm, dive sites are accessible, and instructors are used to working with first-timers. It’s the kind of place where you can take things step by step and actually enjoy learning, instead of feeling overwhelmed.
It’s also a nice middle ground—less busy than Gili Trawangan, but still social enough that you won’t feel isolated.
Why do divers love Gili Air?
Because it just feels right.
It’s quieter than Gili Trawangan, but not too quiet. You’ve got great diving, chill beaches, good food, and a social vibe that happens naturally—no effort needed.
You’ll probably meet people on the boat, at the dive shop, or just watching the sunset… and before you know it, you’ve got a little dive crew.
Gili Air has that effect. People come for a couple of days and end up staying longer. Not planned, but not surprising either.
DPM Diving Gili Air
DPM Diving Gili Air
Address:
Jl. Pantai, Gili Indah, Gili Air, Kabupaten Lombok Utara. Nusa Tenggara Bar, Nusa Tenggara Occidental 83352DPM diving Nusa Penida – DPM Diving
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Nusa Penida, Jl. Raya Toya Pakeh – Ped, Kp. Toyapakeh Kec. Nusa Penida, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771Dpm Diving Gili Trawangan – DPM Diving
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Jl. Ikan Nautilus Gili Trawangan, Kec. Pemenang, Kabupaten Lombok Utara, Nusa Tenggara Bar. 83352DPM Diving Koh Phi Phi – DPM Diving
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