Shark Point

Shark Point is one of Gili Trawangan’s most famous and diverse dive sites, located on the island’s northwestern coast. The site begins with a coral reef plateau at around 10 meters and slopes gently down to deep sandy canyons reaching 30–35 meters (98–115 feet). The topography features coral ridges, valleys, and a few small walls that create an exciting landscape for divers of all levels.

True to its name, this is one of the best places around the Gili Islands to see white-tip and black-tip reef sharks, which are commonly found resting under large coral bommies or cruising through the deeper canyons. The site is also renowned for its green sea turtles, often seen resting on sandy ledges or gliding gracefully over the reef—so much so that locals sometimes joke it should be called “Turtle Point.”

In addition to sharks and turtles, divers can expect to spot large schools of trevally, bumphead parrotfish (during the full moon), dogtooth tuna, barracuda, and snapper. In the shallows, you’ll find ribbon eels, octopus, and scorpionfish, while massive sea fans, stony corals, and barrel sponges provide plenty of subjects for underwater photography. The site is a drift dive when currents are present, adding excitement to the experience.