Your First Dive: Gili Air Scuba with PADI 5* dive center

Gili Air is a fine place to try scuba for the first time: this introductory session puts you in the water with a PADI-certified instructor, full equipment and no need for prior certification. The center limits each instructor to four students, so you are not joining a large class.

I like two things about this setup: you can learn basic skills in a beginner-friendly setting, and the small instructor group offers a more personal start. Katon is named as the professional diver, Felicity also receives a special thanks, and Courtney is identified as the photographer.

The main consideration is that practical details are limited: there is no stated duration or precise schedule, and the advertised price appears in two different amounts. Confirm the package and final cost before booking, especially if you need to plan around other activities.

What to know before you book

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• No certification needed: The Discover Scuba Diving package is for beginners, with no minimum logged dives or certification listed.
• Small instructor groups: The limit is four students per instructor, a useful detail when you are learning unfamiliar equipment and skills.
• Full scuba kit is included: The package lists full dive gear and equipment rental, as well as open-water dives.
• Three guide languages: English, French and Dutch are listed, alongside a PADI-certified instructor.
• The minimum age is 10: The activity is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible, and it is not recommended for people with certain serious medical conditions or disabilities.
• Check the price carefully: One price is shown from $84.79, while the named package is listed from $77.09.

Your first scuba session in Gili Air

A first scuba session is a good fit if you want to test your interest before signing up for a longer course. You can try the equipment and learn fundamental skills without first earning a certification. If you find that the experience suits you, you can then consider a more formal course, such as an Open Water program. A separate Open Water course in Lombok is available, but it is a different experience from this beginner package.

Do not mistake Discover Scuba Diving for a license. The package explicitly says no certificate is needed, and it does not promise that you will finish with one. If you want a qualification that allows you to scuba independently under certification rules, this is not the course to book.

The instructor’s languages are listed as English, French and Dutch. Choose the language you are most comfortable using for safety instructions, and confirm availability for your session rather than assuming every language is offered at every time. A clear exchange with the instructor is especially useful when you are learning new equipment and procedures.

Price, inclusions and what you may pay extra for

The package is advertised from $77.09 for Discover Scuba Diving, while the experience summary gives a starting price of $84.79. Since those amounts differ, treat them as starting figures rather than a guaranteed final price. Check the date, package selection and checkout total before paying.

For the listed package, the price includes a guide, a PADI-certified instructor, full scuba equipment, equipment rental and open-water dives. It is useful that gear is included: you do not need to arrange a separate rental set for the activity. The inclusions do not specify personal photographs, transport, meals or other extras, so budget separately if you need them.

Tips and gratuities are excluded, as are other personal expenses. Tipping is not listed as mandatory. If the named photographer’s work interests you, clarify whether photographs are available and whether there is an additional charge.

The experience earns its value if you want an organized, instructor-led first session with equipment provided. It is less compelling if your priority is a long, tightly scheduled outing or a specific reef, because neither duration nor route is stated. A lower price alone should not settle the decision; compare what is included and confirm the final amount.

Meeting at Sunset Beach

The meeting point is Sunset Beach, Gili Air, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Lombok. Arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start, and make sure you have the right date and time on your voucher. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refundable, so allow yourself enough time to reach the beach.

The voucher is valid only on the date and time specified, if a time is shown. Confirmation is expected within minutes; if it does not arrive, contact customer support. Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the selected activity date qualify for a full refund, with refund requests handled through Klook customer service.

No transfer is listed as included. Plan your route to Sunset Beach separately, and do not assume transport from another part of Gili Air or Lombok is part of the booking.

Who should choose this experience

This is best suited to a first-timer aged 10 or older who wants to try scuba with an instructor and does not need a certification at the end. It may also suit a family with an older child, provided the child meets the age requirement and is comfortable with the activity. The maximum of four students per instructor is a helpful feature for beginners.

It is not recommended for people with other serious medical conditions or for persons with disabilities, and it is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible. If you have a medical concern, contact the provider before booking rather than relying on a general description. The information provided does not set out individual medical clearance requirements.

The single named five-star account highlights Katon’s professionalism and credits Courtney’s photography with making the experience special, while also thanking Felicity. Those are encouraging details, but one account is too small a sample to establish what every session will be like. Treat the names as useful context, not a guarantee that the same people will be assigned to your date.

Should you book this Gili Air experience?

Book it if you want a first, instructor-led scuba session in Gili Air and value having equipment included, a PADI-certified instructor and a small maximum group. It is a straightforward way to find out whether you enjoy being underwater without signing up for a full certification course.

Pause before booking if you need a guaranteed duration, a named reef, included photographs or transport. Those details are not specified. Confirm the final price, the instructor language and the day’s schedule, then arrive early at Sunset Beach. If those basics work for you, this is a sensible introduction to scuba in Gili Air.

FAQ

Do I need a scuba certificate to take part?

No. The Discover Scuba Diving package is listed as requiring no certificate, and no minimum certification is specified.

Do I need previous scuba experience?

No minimum number of logged dives is required.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be at least 10 years old.

How many students can one instructor take?

The maximum is four students per instructor.

What equipment is included?

Full scuba gear and equipment rental are included.

Which languages are available?

The guide languages listed are English, French and Dutch.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at Sunset Beach, Gili Air, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Lombok.

Is the activity wheelchair-accessible?

No. It is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible.

Is the activity suitable for people with serious medical conditions?

It is not recommended for people with other serious medical conditions. Contact the provider before booking if you have a medical concern.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the selected activity date qualify for a 100% refund. Contact Klook customer service for refund requests.