The Gili Islands are one of the most popular diving destinations in Indonesia, known for their relaxed atmosphere, clear waters and high chance of turtle encounters.
Scuba diving in the Gili Islands is ideal for beginners and fun divers looking for easy, enjoyable dives with plenty of marine life.
✔️ Very high chance of turtle encounters
✔️ Calm and beginner-friendly conditions
✔️ Affordable dive courses
✔️ Good visibility (15–30 meters)
✔️ Social and relaxed diving scene
The Gili Islands offer a variety of dive sites suitable for all levels, from shallow coral gardens to gentle drift dives. Most dive sites are easily accessible by boat and feature healthy reefs, artificial structures and abundant marine life.
✔️ Turtle City – One of the most famous dive sites in the Gili Islands, Turtle City is known for its large population of green and hawksbill turtles. Divers can often see multiple turtles on a single dive, making it one of the best spots in Indonesia for turtle encounters. The site features coral slopes, sandy patches and calm conditions, making it ideal for beginners and underwater photographers.
✔️ Shark Point – Despite its name, Shark Point is known for more than just sharks. Here you can encounter reef sharks, turtles, barracuda and large schools of fish. This site offers slightly deeper diving and occasional currents, making it suitable for intermediate divers.
✔️ Meno Wall – Located near Gili Meno, this dive site features a beautiful wall covered in soft corals and sponges. It’s a great spot for macro life and relaxed diving, with frequent turtle sightings.
✔️ Bounty Wreck – A popular artificial reef near Gili Meno, the Bounty Wreck is a shallow dive site perfect for beginners. The wreck is now covered in coral and attracts a variety of marine life, including turtles and reef fish.
Year-round, best May – October.
✔️ Fun dives: $25 – $50
✔️ Open Water course: $250 – $400
✔️ Advanced course: $250 – $350
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No listings foundThe Gili Islands offer a wide range of dive sites, from coral reefs to artificial reefs and turtle hotspots.
One of the most popular dive sites is Turtle City, known for its high density of green and hawksbill turtles. This site offers calm conditions and is ideal for beginners, underwater photographers and anyone looking for guaranteed turtle encounters.
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Yes, they are perfect for relaxed and beginner-friendly diving.
Yes, turtles are very common.
Year-round, best May–October.
Yes, ideal for first-time divers.
Yes, among the cheapest in Southeast Asia.
