Course overview

Earn an entry-level certification quickly with the SSI Scuba Diver course on Gili Trawangan, a stepping-stone rating that lets you dive to 12 metres under professional supervision. You complete the foundational academics, confined-water skills and two open-water dives on the island's gentle turtle reefs.

What you’ll learn

Prerequisites

What's included · What's not

Included
  • SSI Scuba Diver digital academics (foundational sections)
  • Confined-water skill training
  • Two open-water training dives to 12 metres on Gili reefs
  • Equipment rental and dive-computer use
  • SSI Scuba Diver certification
Not included
  • Flights and airport transfers
  • Accommodation
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

The SSI Scuba Diver pathway

SSI Scuba Diver is a recognised entry-level rating allowing supervised dives to 12 metres. It upgrades directly to SSI Open Water Diver once you complete the remaining academics and open-water dives.

Where you'll dive in Gili Trawangan

Training uses Gili Trawangan's sheltered, shallow reefs where 27-29°C water and calm conditions help new divers reach 12 metres comfortably among turtles and reef fish.

Prefer a different certifying agency?PADI Scuba Diver in Gili Trawangan →

Not included? Sort the rest of your trip

Flights and accommodation aren’t part of the course price, here’s how to book them around your dates.

Getting there

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

Where to stay

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