Dive Concepts - Lombok & Gili Islands

The team at Dive Concepts, across their Lombok and Gili locations, really nail that relaxed island vibe while still running a tight ship for dive training. We’ve always appreciated their patient instructors; they manage to make even the most nervous newbie feel completely at ease, which is crucial when you’re taking those first breaths underwater. For anyone thinking about doing their Open Water, or even pushing on to Divemaster, this is a solid choice. They offer both PADI and SSI, so you’ve got options, and we’ve seen them handle everything from Discover Scuba Diving groups to full-blown Instructor Training. What we particularly love is their flexible approach to courses. You’re not just churned through. They let you take your time, focusing on getting comfortable rather than just ticking boxes. Out on the boats, the crew are always good for a laugh, and they know the local sites inside out. We’ve had some fantastic drifts with them around the Gili Trawangan reefs, spotting turtles gliding past and those shy reef sharks tucked under coral bommies. If you’re looking for a dive shop that feels more like a community, where you’ll probably end up sharing a Bintang with your instructor after your last dive, Dive Concepts is exactly that. It’s a proper dive holiday experience, not just a transaction.

Location
Lombok & Gili Islands, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-8.673042, 115.448044
Website
https://www.diveconcepts.com/
Certification Agencies
PADI, SSI
Courses
Discover Scuba Diving, Open Water, Advanced Adventurer Course, Rescue and React Right, Specialties, Divemaster, Instructor Training Course, PADI-SSI Crossover

Dive Sites Near Dive Concepts

Dive Concepts provides access to 15 dive sites in Lombok & Gili Islands.

Other Dive Centres in Lombok & Gili Islands

Best Time to Dive in Lombok & Gili Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Lombok & Gili Islands occur in December, averaging 30.1°C. The coolest conditions are in August at 28.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 29.6°C
  • February: 29.3°C
  • March: 29.6°C
  • April: 30.1°C
  • May: 29.9°C
  • June: 29.2°C
  • July: 28.5°C
  • August: 28.3°C
  • September: 28.6°C
  • October: 29.3°C
  • November: 30.1°C
  • December: 30.1°C

Marine Life in Lombok & Gili Islands

Home to 258 recorded species including 153 reef fish, 44 sharks & rays, 37 hard corals, 10 seagrass & algae, 4 other, 3 clams & mussels.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Lombok & Gili Islands

Based on average water temperature of 29.4°C, currents 23 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories