Gili Air
Gili Air offers a perfect balance between tranquility and activity, with excellent freediving conditions, beautiful coral reefs, and a vibrant freediving community.
About Gili Air
Gili Air is the closest of the three Gili Islands to mainland Lombok, offering a perfect balance between the tranquility of Gili Meno and the activity of Gili Trawangan. The island provides excellent freediving conditions with beautiful coral reefs, diverse marine life, and a welcoming freediving community.
Freediving Conditions
- Visibility: Typically 15-30 meters
- Water Temperature: Warm year-round (27-30°C)
- Conditions: Generally calm, with some areas offering gentle currents
- Marine Life: Rich coral reefs with colorful fish, turtles, and diverse reef life
- Best Season: April to November for best visibility
Key Dive Sites
- Air Wall: Beautiful wall dive with excellent visibility
- Turtle Heaven: Popular spot for turtle encounters
- Hans Reef: Vibrant coral garden with diverse marine life
- Bounty Wreck: Wreck dive site accessible from Gili Air
- Sunset Point: Perfect for evening freediving sessions
Training Opportunities
Gili Air hosts several freediving schools offering courses from beginner to advanced levels. The island's excellent conditions and supportive community make it an ideal destination for learning and improving freediving skills. The balance of calm training areas and more challenging sites allows for progressive skill development.
Why Choose Gili Air
Gili Air offers the best of both worlds: the peace and tranquility needed for focused training, combined with enough activity and community to keep things interesting. The island's proximity to mainland Lombok makes it easily accessible, while still maintaining that island paradise feel. It's perfect for freedivers seeking a balanced experience with excellent conditions and a welcoming community.