DSM Dive Gili Trawangan & Lombok

Located on the shores of Gili Trawangan, DSM Dive offers a professional base for exploring the waters of Indonesia. The centre operates with a focus on individual attention, ensuring that whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, the experience is tailored to your specific needs and comfort level.

With over 25 years of experience, the founders have established a reliable, autonomous operation. The centre is conveniently situated for those travelling from Bali via speed boat or those arriving from Lombok via Bangsal. It provides a consistent, professional environment for both structured training and recreational fun dives.

The centre is a PADI 5 Star establishment founded by a Franco-Belgian couple with more than two decades of diving expertise. This long-standing experience is reflected in their methodical approach to both instruction and guided excursions.

Instruction is provided in both English and French, making it an accessible choice for international divers. By prioritising small groups, the team ensures that safety and personal guidance remain the primary focus of every dive.

The centre offers a comprehensive range of PADI courses catering to every stage of a diver's progression. Beginners can start with Discover Scuba Diving and progress through to Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver.

For those looking to advance their technical skills or professional career, the centre provides Rescue Diver training, various PADI Specialty courses, and the Divemaster programme. They also offer EFR (Emergency First Response) training to ensure divers are prepared for all situations.

The centre operates two boats of different sizes to suit various diving requirements. These vessels allow for flexible trips across the local sites, providing a reliable platform for both training sessions and recreational outings.

DSM Dive is a fully autonomous facility, which is a significant advantage for divers looking for reliability. The centre maintains its own compressors on-site to manage cylinder fills efficiently.

For those working on their skills or completing initial certifications, the centre also features its own swimming pool for controlled training environments.

The waters around Gili Trawangan and Lombok are rich with diverse marine life. You will regularly encounter Green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) and Hawksbill turtles (Eretmochelys imbricata) throughout the year. Schools of Snappers (Lutjanidae), Jack (Carangidae), and various reef fish populate the coral formations, while Barracuda (Sphyraena) and Tuna (Thunnus) move through the water column.

Larger pelagics are a highlight of the area, with sightings of Blacktip reef sharks (Carcharhinus melanopterus), Whitetip reef shark (Triaenodon obesus), and various other Shark (Selachimorpha) species. Divers may also see Manta ray (Mobula alfredi), Eagle ray (Aetobatus), and Spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari) passing through the area.

For those interested in macro life, the reefs host a variety of smaller creatures. Look for Octopus (Octopoda), various Nudibranch (Chromodoris willani), Seahorse (Hippocampus), and Ghost pipefish (Solenostomidae). You can also find Scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae), Frogfish (Antennariidae), and various species of Shrimp (Caridea) amongst the reef structure.

The seabed and reef structures are decorated with diverse life, including corals, sea fans, and giant gorgonians. You may also spot Moray eel (Muraenidae), particularly the Giant moray (Gymnothorax javanicus), alongside various species of anemone fish and colorful reef fish like Angelfish (Pomacanthidae) and Butterflyfish (Chaetodon).

Diving in this region is subject to changing currents, particularly at the more exposed sites. Divers should be prepared for varying water movement depending on the specific location and tide.

The best time to visit for diving is between early June and the end of September. During this period, the local environment is most conducive to regular diving activities.