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

    Snorkeling

    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) - Snorkeling offers some of Lombok & Gili Islands's richest 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
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The Gili Islands, just off Lombok, are a solid pick for a relaxed day in the water, especially if you’re new to the reef or just fancy a float. We’ve found the eastern side of Gili Trawangan and the stretch between Gili Meno and Gili Air generally offer calm conditions, making it easy to drift along. Keep an eye out for blue-spotted stingrays resting on the sandy patches and the occasional fluted clam tucked into the coral. Patches of staghorn and table coral dominate, and you'll often spot small seastar shrimp if you look closely. It’s a gentle introduction, good for families or anyone wanting a shallow swim without much fuss.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Snorkeling

    Snorkeling Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Snorkeling, 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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