Simons Reef

# Simons Reef, Gili Meno

Simons Reef is a premier diving destination located off Gili Meno in the Gili Islands, North Lombok. This site features vibrant coral gardens and dramatic reef structures suitable for intermediate to advanced divers, with depths ranging from 12 to 30 meters.

Divers explore stunning hard and soft coral formations teeming with diverse marine life. The reef is home to reef sharks, turtles, snappers, trevally, and colorful reef fish. Macro enthusiasts encounter nudibranchs, gobies, and crustaceans among the coral branches.

The site offers excellent visibility typically between 15-25 meters, depending on seasonal conditions. Strong currents are common, making it ideal for experienced divers seeking drift diving opportunities. The reef’s sloping topography provides flexibility for various skill levels, though current awareness is essential.

Simons Reef is accessible year-round from Gili Meno, with the best diving conditions from March to November. It’s an ideal site for those seeking healthy coral ecosystems and abundant pelagic encounters in the Bali Sea.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Common Water Monitor Varanus salvator tobin_sparling

Small Giant Clam Tridacna maxima erica_bleke

Two-striped Water Monitor Varanus salvator bivittatus tobin_sparling

Enigmatic Moray Gymnothorax enigmaticus peocro

Ornate Ghostpipefish Solenostomus paradoxus peocro

Giant Frogfish Antennarius commerson edenkatz

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)