PADI Conservation & AWARE in Gili Trawangan - Price, Duration & Booking

Course overview

Dive with purpose through PADI AWARE conservation specialties on Gili Trawangan, where healthy reefs and resident turtles make marine protection tangible. From Fish Identification to Dive Against Debris, these programs teach you to survey species and remove underwater rubbish on the island's reefs in warm 27-29°C water.

What you’ll learn

Identify common reef fish and invertebrate families
Understand local marine ecosystems and threats
Conduct fish surveys and record observations
Safely remove and report underwater debris
Dive in a way that minimises reef impact

Prerequisites

Minimum age varies by program (typically 10-12)
PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent for in-water programs
Interest in marine conservation
Diver medical clearance where required

What's included · What's not

Included

PADI AWARE conservation knowledge development
Survey and identification techniques
One to two conservation-focused dives on Gili reefs
Data-collection and reporting practice
Equipment rental as needed
PADI AWARE specialty certification (e.g. Fish ID or Dive Against Debris)

Not included

Flights and airport transfers
Accommodation
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Gratuities

The PADI Conservation & AWARE pathway

PADI AWARE conservation programs (such as Fish Identification, AWARE Shark Conservation and Dive Against Debris) raise environmental awareness. Several count as specialties toward the Master Scuba Diver rating and support global ocean-protection efforts.

Where you'll dive in Gili Trawangan

Conservation dives use Gili Trawangan's biodiverse reefs, home to turtles, reef sharks and abundant reef fish, where calm 27-29°C water makes ideal conditions for fish surveys and clean-up dives.

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Getting there

Fly into Lombok (LOP) · 8-9 hours from India.

Where to stay

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Day-by-day itinerary

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Conservation theory & survey dive

Learn identification and survey methods, then make a conservation-focused dive on a Gili reef to record species or collect debris, finishing with certification.

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Frequently asked questions

Which conservation courses are available?

Programs such as Fish Identification, AWARE Shark Conservation and Dive Against Debris, depending on schedule and interest.

Do I need to be certified?

In-water programs require at least PADI Open Water Diver. Some awareness courses can be taken without diving.

Do these count toward Master Scuba Diver?

Several AWARE specialties count as specialties toward the Master Scuba Diver rating.

Why take a conservation course on Gili Trawangan?

The island's turtle-rich, biodiverse reefs make species surveys and clean-up dives especially rewarding.

When is the best time to dive Gili Trawangan?

Peak season is Apr–Nov, clearest visibility, calmest seas. Shoulder (Mar, Dec) is still good with fewer crowds.

Do Indians need a visa for Indonesia?

Visa on arrival. Confirm latest requirements before booking flights.

How long is the flight from India?

8-9 hours · one-way fares around ₹20K-30K.

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