Gili Islands: Snorkelling Boat Trip with Turtles & Underwater Statues
4.8/5 · 5,972 reviews on GetYourGuide
The most popular trip on the Gilis. A glass-bottom boat takes you to a turtle spot off Gili Meno, the reefs of Gili Air and the underwater statues. There are shared and private options of different lengths – not every option visits every stop. A guide and photographer film you on a GoPro.
Itinerary
- Safety briefing
- Turtles off Gili Meno
- Snorkelling off Gili Air
- Break on Gili Meno
- Lunch at a local café (optional, extra fee)
- Underwater statues
Practical information
- Duration
- 2–8 hours depending on the option
- Pickup & start
- Departs from Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, Gili Meno or Lombok depending on the option. A private option can include a Lombok hotel transfer.
- Language
- English, French
- Group
- Small group (up to 8), larger group (up to 22) or private boat
- Difficulty
- Easy – a private option is recommended for non-swimmers
- Age
- Not suitable for children under 5
- Operator
- CV GILI SNORKELING
Included
- Mask, snorkel and fins
- Life jacket
- Guide and photographer
- GoPro photos and videos
- Bottled water
- Storage box
- Activity insurance
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Dry bag and towel
- Wetsuit
Not suitable for
- Children under 5
- Pregnant women
- People with heart problems
Good to know
- Not every option visits every stop – check the plan when choosing.
- Turtles are wild animals; sightings are not guaranteed.
- The statues can be crowded.
Cancellation & payment
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund.
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