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The Importance of Gili Trawangan Shark Conservation

Posted on 12 September 2023

Sharks may be one of the marine species that strikes fear into the hearts of beach goers, but they are actually one of the most important species in our oceans. If you are going to the Gili Islands, you should take some time to learn about how important they are to the marine ecosystems there. This is especially true if you are planning to dive in the area, so read on to learn about the sharks of the Gili Islands and how conservation efforts are (more…)

5 Must Do Dives in Gili Trawangan for Advanced Divers

Posted on 07 April 2023

The Gili Islands in Indonesia are known for their incredible dive sites, and are especially popular with beginner divers. However, this doesn’t mean there aren’t amazing diving opportunities for advanced divers. There are tons of advanced dive sites in the area that are worth exploring. We’ve narrowed these down to our top 5 to make it easy for you, so read if you are an advanced diver and need to know where to dive around the Gili Islands. (more…)

Diving in Gili Trawangan for Beginners

Posted on 15 July 2022

Most beginner divers are looking for a few things when they make the choice to get dive certified. The dive school, facilities, weather and sea conditions, and access to healthcare facilities are often concerns. Gili Trawangan just off the northwest coast of Lombok is an ideal setting for newbie divers. Let’s talk about why in today’s blog post. (more…)

5 Tips for Beginner Underwater Photographers

Posted on 09 October 2020

Many divers want to capture the incredible underwater life they see and be able to look at it above water as well. Becoming an underwater photographer is the perfect way to do this. If you’re thinking of learning underwater photography, here are our top 5 tips to get you on your way. (more…)

What a Day of Diving Looks Like on Gili Trawangan

Posted on 24 September 2020

Are you one of those divers that loves to pack in as much as possible in one day? If you are, Gili Trawangan is your perfect destination. The proximity to over 25 amazing dive sites means you don’t have to travel far and can get to several sites in one day. If you want to know a little more about what a typical day of diving is like on Gili Trawangan, read on! (more…)