Island hopping · SNORKELING TRIPS IN INDONESIA
Good snorkeling trips in Indonesia sell out weeks ahead in high season and the early departures go first. Below: the 15 to book now, what each includes and how they differ.
Choose a private or shared boat trip around Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, and Gili Meno. Guides such as Tom, Jack, Maron, and Adi help beginners, take GoPro photos, and lead you to turtles, coral gardens, and the famous underwater statues.
“Fantastic, great way to meet people if traveling alone. Well organized and friendly staff, definitely recommend this activity 🤗”
From Sama-Sama Reggae Bar, you’ll board a glass-bottom boat with an English-speaking crew for three snorkel stops, including The Nest statues and turtle sites. Choose a 4.5 or 5.5-hour trip, with time on Gili Air and, on the longer option, Gili Meno.
“Fantastic trip this morning at the 7am. Was great to get out before the crowds. Both guides on board were fantastic and knew e exactly where to see the best sights. Highly recommended, from an Irish tourist.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Sama-Sama Reggae Bar, 100 meters from Gili Trawangan harbor. You’ll visit statue, turtle, and fish sites, with shared GoPro footage and a sunset finish. Guides such as Ijank and Dodo are praised for keeping beginners safe and finding turtles.
“Ijank and dodo were our guides they were amazing! We got lots of great pictures on the go pro. We also went to the under water statues when it was quiet so not lots of crowds”
Set out from Gili Air, Gili Meno, Gili Trawangan, or Lombok with guides such as Abdul Azis or Azis. You will snorkel at turtle sites, coral gardens, and underwater statues, with optional GoPro footage, hotel transfers, and a private boat.
“We had an amazing snorkeling adventure guided by Azis and his mate! From start to finish, they took excellent care of us, making sure we were comfortable and safe throughout the trip. Azis went out of his way to find the best snorkeling spots—away from the crowds—so we could fully enjoy the beauty of the ocean in peace. One of the highlights was seeing turtles up close, which was absolutely unforgettable. The whole experience lasted around 3 hours and was the perfect mix of excitement and relaxation. Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking for a personal and memorable snorkeling experience!”
Join Ozzy Snorkeling Centre for a 270-minute boat trip around three Gili Island sites. You’ll view marine life through the boat’s glass panel, snorkel among Gili Meno’s 48 statues, search for sea turtles, and visit Blue Coral with English or Indonesian-speaking crew.
“we waren met teveel. altijd moeten opletten om geen voet in je gezicht te krijgen. het was echt niet zo aangenaam. bovendien waren er slechts weinig schildpadden te zien en kleurrijke vissen. de mensen in het hotel zeggen me nu net dat het beter is in de ochtend en privé”
Join a shared 4-hour boat trip around the Gili Islands with snorkeling gear, an English-speaking guide, glass-bottom viewing, and GoPro filming. Expect stops at Turtle Point, Gili Meno’s underwater Nest statue, coral areas, and a turtle sanctuary. Lunch, towels, and sunscreen are not included.
“The snorkelling was good saw lots of marine life (turtles, different fish) but busy! The guides were nice but we’ve only received the thumbnails to the go pro videos so would be nice to receive the actually content”
Join an English-speaking guide from Karimunjawa harbour for two snorkelling stops, two island visits, a beach barbecue, underwater photos, and sunset at sea. The route changes with weather, and you must send shoe sizes plus your fish, vegan, or vegetarian lunch choice by WhatsApp.
“A wonderful day. Just perfect to snorkelling. It would have been nice if the guide could have given a little bit more explanation about the state of the coral. Being under attack of the climate change. It is a delicate world we were watching and it would be nice to have a little bit more information.”
Spend five hours aboard a shared catamaran from Gili Trawangan or Gili Air. You’ll snorkel with turtles, use a GoPro, eat two buffet meals, paddleboard, relax at a floating beach club, and choose between quiet lounging and roof-deck jumps. Drinks cost extra.
“As an overall effect it’s really good but you should improve your food don’t make it vegetarian offer seafood also their shouldn’t be any charge on wine, cocktails….. Please it’s £80”
Join an English-speaking guide from Sasak Water Sport for a four-hour glass-bottom boat trip from Gili Air to Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan. You will snorkel over coral, look for sea turtles, visit the underwater statues, and stop for lunch with cash in hand.
“le cadre est magnifique mais l’organisation bof et c’est juste pour brasser de l’argent on était tous serré sur le bateau… ça vaux beaucoup plus le coup de prendre sur place car c’est moins cher avec un private boat faite moi confiance”
Join an English-speaking guide on a glass-bottom boat from the Gili Islands to Gili Meno’s famous 48 underwater statues, Turtle Point, Virgin Coral Garden, and Bongkas Reef. Masks, life jackets, mineral water, and GoPro use are included, with free time on Meno Island.
“Amazing snorkelling and great that er got free photos and videos It’s very busy at the statues part and hard to keep a track of where your group is”
Join an English-speaking guide for a 3.5 to 4-hour shared boat trip around Gili Meno, Gili Air, and Gili Trawangan. Snorkel over an underwater statue, see baby turtles, visit turtle points, and stop for lunch. Gear, water, and guide photos are included.
“Lots of people, impossible to sit down because customer management was poor. No visit to the turtle sanctuary and no offer to reschedule for another day.”
Travel from Bali to Gili Trawangan by fast boat, spend a night on the island, then join a private four-hour snorkel trip with guides such as Ijank and Dodo. Expect turtles, underwater statues, Gili Air, Gili Meno, GoPro photos, and free time for cycling or beach time.
“It was a really great experience! Everyone was super nice and flexible with the schedule and we got to swim with sea turtles - they took so many pictures and videos 😍 And they took good care of us throughout the whole trip, i highly recommend them ❤️”
Join an English-speaking guide from Gili Trawangan for a four-hour shared boat trip around Gili Meno, Gili Air, and nearby waters. You will snorkel over an underwater statue, look for garden fish and turtles, and stop for lunch in Gili Air. Turtle sanctuary access can vary.
“In the morning there were a lot of people, you couldn't see anything well, and the guides weren't attentive, the only good point was the food at the restaurant they took us to.”
From Gili Trawangan, you’ll snorkel at Gili Meno’s underwater statues and turtle points, then explore coral reefs near Gili Air. Abdul, Suhermani, Habibi, Abibi, or Said may be among the attentive crew. A light BBQ, towels, drinks, music, and sunset views round out the four-hour cruise.
“Merveilleux magique inoubliable je pourrais utiliser encore des superlatifs tellement ce fut une expérience extraordinaire a ne pas rater”
You’ll travel by private car and boat with an English-speaking guide such as Paul, stopping at Gili Nanggu, Gili Sudak, and tiny Gili Kedis for snorkeling, swimming, beach time, and lunch. The flexible private format suits couples and families, though you should check the snorkeling gear before leaving the harbor.
“Fantastic day with our guide Paul. Snorkelling was excellent. Highly recommended”
By hull, by landing, by how long you want to be out.
