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Beach Cleanup at Gili Air Every Friday at 17:00, a dedicated group of volunteers gathers at Oceans 5 Gili Air, ready to take action. Rain or shine, these warriors patrol the beaches on the south side of Gili Air, collecting rubbish and restoring the island’s …

Two Weeks of Conservation at Oceans 5 Gili Air with Global FinPrint Oceans 5 Gili Air is once again taking the lead in marine conservation by partnering with Global FinPrint and the University of Mataram for an extensive two-week research initiative around the Gili Islands. …

Oceans 5 Gili Air Celebrates a Successful PADI IDC Oceans 5 Gili Air has once again successfully completed a PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC), culminating in a triumphant Instructor Examination (IE). After 21 days of rigorous training, dedication, and skill refinement, four exceptional candidates—Kimmie, Marion, …

Waz’s Acceptance into the Course Director Training Course Exciting news from Oceans 5 Gili Air! We are proud and thrilled to announce that our esteemed PADI Master Instructor, Waz, has been accepted into the prestigious PADI Course Director Training Course (CDTC) in Kinabalu. This marks …

Your Divemaster Internship at Oceans 5 Gili Air The journey to becoming a PADI Divemaster is transformative—one that blends professional growth, adventure, and environmental stewardship. Choosing the right dive center and location for your divemaster internship is a pivotal step. Oceans 5 Gili Air and …

Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air The Gili Islands, located off the northwest coast of Lombok, Indonesia, are renowned for their stunning turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and vibrant marine life. Comprising three islands—Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air—each offers a unique atmosphere, …

The PADI IDC at Oceans 5 Gili Air on February Becoming a PADI Instructor is a life-changing journey for many divers, and the choice of where to complete your Instructor Development Course (IDC) plays a critical role in your success. Oceans 5 Gili Air, a …

Diving Around the Gili Islands The Gili Islands, situated off the northwest coast of Lombok, Indonesia, have long been regarded as a premier destination for scuba diving. Known for their easy-going dive sites, vibrant marine life, and crystal-clear waters, these islands attract divers from around …

Becoming a Modern Scuba Instructor The PADI Instructor Examination is a momentous milestone in the journey of every aspiring scuba instructor. Passing it is a mark of competency, a signal that the candidate understands PADI standards, can perform skill demonstrations flawlessly, and is equipped with …

The Favorite Dive Sites of Our Instructors at Oceans 5 Gili Air When you search for dive sites around the Gili Islands online, you’ll often come across descriptions that paint them as some of the most beautiful in the world. But what makes these sites …