TRAWANGAN DIVE RESORT, Gili Trawangan

Trawangan Dive Resort - A PADI 5-star dive resort with coral restoration programs, diverse dive courses, and beachfront dining

Trawangan Dive Resort, a PADI 5-star Instructor Development Dive Resort and Coral Reef Restoration Centre, offers three room types: Deluxe Poolside, Economy, and Sea-View Family rooms, all equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and mini fridges. The on-site Fat Cats Bar and Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, featuring a buffet with freshly cooked dishes, a pancake station, and homemade jams. Recreational and technical dive courses are available, including PADI Open Water and TDI Extended Range, with access to dive sites like Tunang Wall and the Japanese Wreck, all within a 10-minute boat ride. The resort's location on Gili Trawangan provides proximity to Gili Meno Slope (0.3 miles) and the Gili Trawangan Turtle Hatchery (0.3 miles). Guests can reach the resort via a 5-minute walk or a cidomo ride from the harbor.

Pros

The resort features a beachfront restaurant with diverse dining options, including vegan and gluten-free choices.

Multiple dive courses are available, from beginner to technical levels, with access to renowned dive sites.

Rooms include modern amenities like air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and mini fridges.

The property is part of coral restoration initiatives, offering eco-conscious diving experiences.

Proximity to key attractions like Gili Meno and the Turtle Hatchery.

Cons

The island's limited transportation options require walking or horse-drawn carts.

Power outages occasionally occur due to high seasonal demand on the island's grid.