Same vibes, same epic dives - new island!

Gili Divers - Gili Air

Just a short stroll from the harbour, you'll find our newest dive shop on the relaxed shores of Gili Air. We bring the same passion, professionalism and fun atmosphere we’re known for on Gili Trawangan — now in a new location.

Divers with a turtle
Two traditional dive boats moored on the crystal-clear shore of Gili Air, seen from above
Baby shark resting under coral reef overhang
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What makes Gili Air special?

The vibe here is a little more chilled, which makes it perfect for travellers who want to slow down, soak up the sunsets, and still get world-class diving. Between dives, you can relax in our beachfront lounge, grab a smoothie next door, or explore the island’s peaceful streets by bike.
Whether you’re on a short holiday or planning a longer stay, we can help you find the perfect accommodation, plan your dives, and make the most of your time in paradise.

Planning to get back in the water

If it has been more than a year from your last dive or you just feel like refreshing your memory then the hald day Scuba Review program is the way to go.

Refresh your knowledge

First, you will refresh your knowledge on basic dive theory first and then do a refresher dive in the swimming pool.

Afternoon dive

After a break you will get back in the open water by doing an afternoon dive

Dive as you want

Once you have done your Scuba Review you can continue fun diving with us as much as you like.

All 3 phases are done with one of our experienced divemasters.
Scuba Reviews can be included in our dive packages.

Meet the team

Our experienced team of instructors is certified to teach through two different dive certification agencies; SSI, PADI, RAID and TDI. The internationally dive instructor and divemaster team comprise eight nationalities and cover over seven languages.
Sani
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Operations Manager
indonesian, english
Annan
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Boat Crew
indonesian, english
Maradi
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Boat Crew
indonesian, english
Paul
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Divemaster
indonesian, english
Risk
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Boat Crew
indonesian, english
Niven
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Dive Instructor
english
Ovan
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Instructor Trainer
indonesian, english
Mario
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Dive Instructor
indonesian, english
Sani
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indonesian, english
indonesian, english
Annan
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indonesian, english
indonesian, english
Maradi
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indonesian, english
indonesian, english
Paul
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indonesian, english
indonesian, english
Risk
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indonesian, english
indonesian, english
Niven
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english
english
Ovan
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indonesian, english
indonesian, english
Mario
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indonesian, english
indonesian, english

Why Choose Gili Divers?

Beyond courses and sea outings, our center is a vibrant community of passionate divers, a place where you can share experiences, exchange advice, and forge lasting bonds with like-minded individuals.
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5/5

"Best dive shop on Gili T"

I had an amazing first time ever scuba diving with Gili Divers. All the things we did was well organized. My instructor Clem is so so great, very caring. All the instructions from her was easy to understand and to follow, made me feel safe. Would definitely come back for my open water course with them!
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Raldo
Amazing experience at Gili Divers this week! Staff were all so nice. I did my  Open Water course with Mike who couldn’t have been a better instructor, I had a great time! I then decided to do my Advanced Adventurer course straight after with them and Leanne and Mauro were amazing! Really great dives, total professionals and great facilities. Jasper took our phots on one of the dives and they came back really cool - fully recommend him too!I’ll definitely be back, cheers guys!
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Ross
Had an amazing experience doing my Open Water at Gili Divers!! after one try dive we were hooked and decided to do the full course. Rick was an amazing instructor, I had a big panic on one of my dives but he was so professional in dealing with it and calming me down! super friendly and very reassuring to any worries or questions we had!!
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Amy
Completed my SSI Open Water Diver training here. From the first email, communication was great. Everybody was so welcoming and friendly. Denise was my trainer and was very friendly and professional with a real passion for diving and training. No rushing through any steps and everything explained well. So cool. Would highly recommend stopping in to Gili Divers
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Simon
We came for 1 dive and ended up staying 3 days in great part thanks to our instructor Flo, who's been nothing short of amazing, friendly, clear, reassuring and a great teacher. Gili divers has made our experience incredibly memorable, thank you!
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Baptiste
I did the Open Water Course with Sergi and It was an amazing experience. We having fun and also learned a lot of things. Sergi was attentive all the time and he gave us a lot of confidence to do all the dives. I'll be back for sure.
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Jaime
I did the Open Water Certification at Gilis Divers and it was completely amazing. My instructor Camila answered to all my questions and made us feel super safe in every dive and when we were at the pool. She was so professional that I could easily trust her in every step of the way. I'm So happy to’ve lived this experience at Gili Divers ♥︎ thank you so much for taking care of us!
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Guadalupe
5/5

"Best dive shop on Gili T"

I did the Open Water Certification at Gilis Divers and it was completely amazing. My instructor Camila answered to all my questions and made us feel super safe in every dive and when we were at the pool. She was so professional that I could easily trust her in every step of the way. I'm So happy to’ve lived this experience at Gili Divers ♥︎ thank you so much for taking care of us!

Guadalupe

I did the Open Water Course with Sergi and It was an amazing experience. We having fun and also learned a lot of things. Sergi was attentive all the time and he gave us a lot of confidence to do all the dives. I'll be back for sure.

Jaime

We came for 1 dive and ended up staying 3 days in great part thanks to our instructor Flo, who's been nothing short of amazing, friendly, clear, reassuring and a great teacher. Gili divers has made our experience incredibly memorable, thank you!

Baptiste

Completed my SSI Open Water Diver training here. From the first email, communication was great. Everybody was so welcoming and friendly. Denise was my trainer and was very friendly and professional with a real passion for diving and training. No rushing through any steps and everything explained well. So cool. Would highly recommend stopping in to Gili Divers

Simon

Had an amazing experience doing my Open Water at Gili Divers!! after one try dive we were hooked and decided to do the full course. Rick was an amazing instructor, I had a big panic on one of my dives but he was so professional in dealing with it and calming me down! super friendly and very reassuring to any worries or questions we had!!

Amy

Amazing experience at Gili Divers this week! Staff were all so nice. I did my  Open Water course with Mike who couldn’t have been a better instructor, I had a great time! I then decided to do my Advanced Adventurer course straight after with them and Leanne and Mauro were amazing! Really great dives, total professionals and great facilities. Jasper took our phots on one of the dives and they came back really cool - fully recommend him too!

Ross

I had an amazing first time ever scuba diving with Gili Divers. All the things we did was well organized. My instructor Clem is so so great, very caring. All the instructions from her was easy to understand and to follow, made me feel safe. Would definitely come back for my open water course with them!

Raldo
What are your opening times?

We are open from 8.00 to 21.00 daily.

Where are you located ?

We are located on the east coast of the island of Gili Trawangan, between Lombok and Bali, in Indonesia.

What is the difference between PADI vs SSI?

As a dive center, we affiliate with SSI for its conservative standards, free insurance during courses, superior online theory, and flexibility in learning speed/abilities. Ultimately, certifications are recognised worldwide and you can dive or continue education with either agency.

Can I go diving if I've never dived before?

Absolutely! We offer introductory dive programs specifically designed for beginners with no prior diving experience. Our experienced instructors will guide you through every step of your first underwater adventure.

Do I need to book dive excursions in advance, or can I sign up on the day?

While walk-in bookings are welcome, we recommend booking dives and courses in advance, especially during peak seasons, to secure your spot and ensure availability. And we offer early booking discounts on courses.

Do I need to book my dive in advance, or can I sign up on the day?

While walk-in bookings are welcome, we recommend booking dive excursions and courses in advance, especially during peak seasons, to secure your spot and ensure availability.

What payment methods do you accept for dive courses and fun dives?

You can pay via credit card with a 3% charge, transfer or cash in IDR. Payments can be made in advance for unlocking course materials.

Can I go scuba diving if I have a medical condition?

Yes, depending on the condition. Please find attached a copy of the medical, you will need clearance from a medical professional.

What are the age requirements for scuba diving?

Individuals must be at least 10 years old to participate in scuba diving courses. However, we also offer bubble maker programs in the swimming pool for children as young as 8 years old. 

What languages are available for the course?

SSI e-learning is available in many languages. We also have Instructors available to teach in English, Spanish, French, German, Dutch, Swedish, Italian and Indonesian.

Can I do my Advanced course with SSI when I have a PADI Open Water?

Yes, no problem! You can mix agencies and dive with any center (PADI with SSI or vice versa).

⁠Are SSI certifications recognised all over the world?

Yes. It doesn't matter which organisation you are certified through, as long as you're certified. For continuing education, you can also switch between agencies.

Do I need to have any prior experience or certifications to go scuba diving?

For introductory dives or beginner courses, no prior experience or certifications are typically required. However, for more advanced dives, certifications such as Open Water Diver or equivalent may be necessary