About this spot
Mango Dive sits near Gili Trawangan, a popular island destination in North Lombok's West Nusa Tenggara province. The site draws divers year-round, making it accessible for most travel schedules. Local dive records document 12 species observations at the site, giving you a solid sense of what marine life frequents the area. The site sits outside a marine protected area, which shapes both access and the local reef management picture. Recent coral bleaching warnings for the region mean conditions can fluctuate seasonally, so checking current status before booking makes sense. Community videos from three separate sources offer real-world footage of what to expect underwater. Gili Trawangan itself is well-developed with dive operators, guesthouses, and restaurants supporting the diving community. Access is straightforward via fast boat from Lombok or Bali. The island's reef system has drawn divers for decades, and Mango Dive fits into that broader network of nearby dive sites around the Gili Islands.
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Marine life
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Trip essentials
Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.
Trip checklist
- 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
- 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
- 📔 Dive logbook
- 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
- 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
- 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
- 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact
Quick facts
- 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
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From your departure country
- Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
- Flight: 12h · direct
- Jet-lag: 12h east · 8 days recovery
FAQ
›What's the best time to dive Mango Dive?
Mango Dive is accessible year-round. Conditions vary seasonally, but divers visit throughout the year. Check current coral bleaching alerts and local weather forecasts before booking, as regional warnings are active.
›What depth and difficulty level is Mango Dive?
Specific depth and difficulty data are not available for this site. Contact local dive operators near Gili Trawangan for detailed site profiles, which will depend on your entry point and intended dive profile.
›What marine life will I see?
Twelve species observations are recorded at Mango Dive. Community videos from three sources show real underwater footage of the site's marine life. Contact operators or review those videos for species-specific details.
›How do I get to Mango Dive and are there permits?
Mango Dive is accessed via boat from Gili Trawangan island in North Lombok. The site lies outside a marine protected area, so standard diving rules apply. Book through a local operator on Gili Trawangan or Lombok for current access procedures.
