Gili Islands: Private Snorkeling Tour with Free GoPro Documentation

Gili Trawangan, Lombok and Gilis



Explore the Gili Islands on a private snorkeling tour. Discover the "Nest" statues, swim with turtles, and visit the Fish Garden and Blue Coral. Enjoy a traditional Indonesian lunch on the beach.

Highlights

  • Discover the underwater world of the Gili Islands on a private snorkeling tour
  • Explore the mystical 'Nest' statues, a famous eco-art installation in Gili Meno
  • Swim alongside turtles at Turtle Point and capture the moment on a GoPro
  • Visit the vibrant Fish Garden and Blue Coral near Gili Air with your guide
  • Enjoy a traditional Indonesian lunch on the beach and explore the islands

Description

Set off on a private snorkeling adventure to the Gili Islands, renowned for their pristine beaches and vibrant marine life. With a local guide, explore the underwater wonders of Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air, each offering unique snorkeling experiences. Begin your journey early in the morning to beat the crowds and head to Gili Meno’s famous eco-art installation, 'The Nest.' Created by sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor, this underwater sculpture features 48 life-sized human figures intertwined in a protective ring on the ocean floor. Watch as schools of colorful damselfish and batfish weave between the figures, creating a hauntingly beautiful scene. Next, head to Turtle Point, a sanctuary for green sea turtles and hawksbill turtles. Your guide will help you spot these gentle turtles as they feed and rest in the seagrass fields. Slide into the warm, transparent water and float passively alongside the turtles for a respectful, non-intrusive encounter. Finally, explore the shallow coral gardens near Gili Air, famous for their rare blue coral formations. Your guide will provide fish food, attracting hundreds of neon-colored reef fish, sergeant majors, and playful clownfish to swim around you. After a few hours in the ocean, enjoy a relaxing lunch break on the soft sands of either Gili Meno or Gili Air. Stroll along untouched beaches, visit local turtle hatcheries, or relax at trendy beachfront warungs with fresh grilled seafood. Enjoy a traditional Indonesian lunch of Nasi Goreng or fresh catch-of-the-day fish before taking a leisurely cruise back to your home island.

Includes

Private snorkeling tour Expert local guide High-quality GoPro documentation Lunch break on the island Snorkeling equipment Mineral water

Excludes

Food and drink

Important Information

  • The tour is customizable based on your preferences The tour starts early in the morning to avoid crowds The guide will capture photos and videos with a GoPro

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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