Dive centre · Kabupaten Lombok Barat · Indonesia
5.0234 Google reviewsOceanway
Dive the rich, abundant reefs of southern Lombok from the quiet shores of Gili Asahan with an experienced SDI team.
What sets this centre apart
- Small class sizes with a maximum of two students per instructor
- SDI certified training from beginner to advanced levels
- Owner with 20 years of experience and 6 years local expertise
- On-site marine-themed accommodation near the beach
- Commitment to sustainability using solar power
- Strict non-contact underwater policy to protect ecosystems
- Full equipment rental service available on-site
- Night diving excursions are available
Oceanway about the centre
Oceanway is a specialised dive and watersports centre situated on the island of Gili Asahan in Kabupaten Lombok Barat, Indonesia. It provides a focused environment for divers looking to explore the diverse marine ecosystems found in the southern reaches of Lombok.
The centre operates with a strong commitment to the local environment, utilising solar power and maintaining a strict non-contact policy underwater. This dedication to sustainability extends to regular beach clean-ups and support for local habitat protection initiatives.
The club and its team
The centre is led by Jake, a professional with 20 years of diving experience, including 12 years as a professional and 6 years specifically working in this local region. This deep familiarity with the area's currents and reef structures ensures that excursions are well-planned and safe.
Instruction is kept highly personal, with a maximum ratio of two students per instructor. This small class size allows for tailored training programmes that cater to the specific needs and skill levels of every diver, whether they are completing their first certification or working on advanced specialties.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- SDI
- Operating since
- 2020
- Website available in
- English
- Dive schedule
- 8h00
- Divers per guide
- 2
- Equipment rental
- complete
- Night diving
- Yes
- On board
- towels, water, tea, coffee, snacks
- Access and transfers
- Lombok International Airport (LOP) is 1.5–2 hours away by road. Car transfers can be arranged from the airport. Fast boat services from Bali are available, with www.giligetaway.com recommended as it goes directly to Gili Gede (20 minutes by water taxi). The centre can arrange fast boat transport and local water taxis. It is possible to leave a car or bicycle on the mainland.
- Accommodation
- Oceanway is a small resort located on the island of Gili Asahan, offering marine-themed rooms with a fan and cold shower, situated 50 metres from a beautiful beach. Private rooms for 2 people include a double bed, a private outdoor bathroom with a shower and a shared water refill station. Breakfast is not included but can be ordered. Diving and stay packages are available.
- Phone
- +62 813-3837-1051
Courses on offer
As an SDI affiliated centre, Oceanway offers a comprehensive range of training programmes. Beginners can start with Discover Scuba Diving or the Open Water Diver course, while more experienced divers can progress through Advanced Adventure Diver, Rescue Diver, and Deep Diver certifications.
For those looking to refine specific skills, the centre provides various specialty courses. These include Advanced Buoyancy Control, Underwater Navigation, Night/Limited Visibility Diver, and Drift Diver. They also offer Refresher courses for divers looking to brush up on their skills before heading back into the water.
Equipment and gases
Oceanway provides a complete range of rental equipment for those not travelling with their own kit. The centre maintains its equipment to high standards to ensure reliability and safety for every diver.
For those staying on-site, the marine-themed accommodation is located just 50 metres from the beach. The rooms are equipped with fans and offer private outdoor bathrooms with showers, providing a simple and functional base for your diving holidays.
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