Lombok & Gili Islands, Indonesia
    KK Pulau Gili Air, Gili Meno, dan Gili Trawangan

    Magic Reef

    Best months: Jan–Feb

    Protected Area

    KK Pulau Gili Air, Gili Meno, dan Gili Trawangan

    Why dive here

    With 246+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue-spotted stingrays, bull sharks, grey reef sharks, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - Magic Reef offers some of Lombok & Gili Islands's richest cave diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest April, May, November.

    Best timeJan–Feb
    WetsuitNo wetsuit needed, or a rash guard
    Marine lifeBlue-Spotted Stingrays, Bull Sharks, Grey Reef Sharks, Manta Rays and Mobula Rays (Devil Rays) · 246+ species recorded
    Water28-30°C · warmest April, May, November
    CharacterCave dive
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Magic Reef sits right where the current pushes in along the north side of Gili Meno. We love this site for a relaxed drift, especially on a gentle incoming tide. You just drop in, kick back, and let the ocean do the work. The reef here is a low-lying garden of branching corals, mostly staghorn, with sandy patches between them. Keep an eye out for blue-spotted stingrays tucked into the sand and pink anemonefish darting through their homes. It’s a fantastic spot for spotting juvenile fish, a real nursery. We often see young reef sharks patrolling the edges of the coral, and eagle rays glide past with surprising regularity. The maximum depth of 18 meters makes it perfect for newer divers or those who just want a longer, less strenuous bottom time. Visibility generally hovers around 20 meters, offering clear views of the slow-motion parade. Our pick for a tranquil afternoon dive after a busy morning.

    Safety Notes

    Overhead environment - never enter without proper cave/cavern training, redundant equipment, and a guideline.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Magic Reef

    Magic Reef Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Magic Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-8.35, 116.05) (0km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    85°F · Range: 28.3–30.9°C

    Current Speed

    29.15 cm/s

    Direction: SW (239°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.223 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    33.97 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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