Ray Dive - Lombok & Gili Islands

The team at Ray Dive are our go-to for diving around Lombok and the Gilis. We’ve always found them to be the kind of patient, easy-going instructors you want when you’re refreshing skills or trying out a new course. For anyone looking to escape the Gili T crowds but still wanting that clear water diving, Ray Dive is a solid choice. We love that they focus on smaller groups, meaning you actually get to hear the guide briefings and ask questions without feeling rushed. We've spent some great days out with them, particularly enjoying the drift dives off Gili Meno, where the current carries you past massive schools of fusiliers and the occasional cruising reef shark. They know the quieter spots too, like a particular corner near Gili Air where we've consistently found hawksbill turtles munching on sponges, barely batting an eyelid as you drift by. Our favourite dive with them has to be the Secret Garden site. It’s a bit of a journey but worth it for the sheer density of nudibranchs and frogfish – bring your macro lens, seriously. They’re also great for those keen on their PADI certifications, with a calm, methodical approach that we really appreciate. Just remember to book ahead, especially in peak season, as their small group policy means they fill up fast.

Location
Lombok & Gili Islands, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-8.783377, 115.190610
Phone
+62 812-1797-3537
Email
[email protected]
Website
https://www.instagram.com/raydivebuddy/
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI Dive Center [padi:28733]
Address
Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai 19X, Jimbaran, Bali, 80361, Indonesia

Dive Sites Near Ray Dive

Ray Dive 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