BLUE MARLIN CONSERVATION
"The future of humanity and indeed all life on Earth now depends on us" - David Attenborough
Our reefs need more than admiration - they need action. At Blue Marlin Conservation Gili Air, you can join hands-on marine conservation programs to monitor coral health, restore damaged reefs, and study local marine life. From one-day workshops to month-long internships, we’ll help you dive with purpose and protect the Gili Islands’ vibrant underwater world.
EXPLORE OUR CONSERVATION COURSES
From one-day courses to four-week internships, check out all of the conservation courses we offer here at Blue Marlin Dive Gili Air
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to combine diving with marine research, education, and conservation action. We aim to inspire responsible diving practices, protect marine biodiversity, and empower divers to make a positive impact underwater.
🌿 Marine education & awareness
🐢 Research & species monitoring
🌊 Coral reef restoration
ONE DAY CONSERVATION WORKSHOPS
Short on time but eager to learn? Our one-day courses are designed for certified divers who want to contribute to ocean conservation during their stay in Gili Air. Each workshop combines diving with education and real-world environmental impact.
🐢 Sea Turtle Ecology & Monitoring
Learn to identify and monitor Gili Air’s resident green and hawksbill turtles. Ideal for certified divers passionate about marine life and conservation diving.
🪸 Coral Restoration Workshop
Discover how coral reefs grow, recover, and adapt. Assist with coral health surveys and restoration activities.
🦈 Shark Ecology & Population Studies
Understand the importance of sharks in marine ecosystems and explore conservation efforts to protect them.
LONG-TERM
CONSERVATION
PROGRAMS
Ready to dive deeper? Join one of our longer programs and gain hands-on experience in ecological monitoring, data collection, and marine research. These programs are perfect for divers looking to expand their skills and contribute meaningfully to ocean science.
🌊 Ecological Monitoring Program (1 Week)
Gain experience in reef surveys, coral and fish identification, and turtle monitoring while learning marine research methods.
🪸 Reef Assistant Program (2 Weeks)
Assist our conservation team with reef monitoring and restoration projects. Perfect for divers wanting a deeper conservation experience.
🐠 Marine Research Assistant Program (4 Weeks)
Immerse yourself in marine research and data analysis while living and diving in the Gili Islands.
WHY IT MATTERS
The Gili Islands’ coral reefs support hundreds of marine species, but they’re vulnerable to warming seas, pollution, and overuse.
By combining science-based conservation with eco diving education, we’re helping protect these reefs for future generations.
BEFORE AND AFTER CORAL RESTORATION
GET INVOLVED
Whether you’re a diver, student, or ocean lover, there’s a way to make a difference with Blue Marlin Conservation. Join a workshop, apply for a program, or simply learn to dive sustainably with us.
FAQs
Blue Marlin Conservation is the environmental branch of Blue Marlin Dive Gili Air. We focus on marine research, coral restoration, and diver education through hands-on conservation programs ranging from one-day workshops to month-long internships.
For our one-day workshops you need to be a certified diver (PADI Open Water or equivelent) and for some of our longer courses you may need to be a more advanced diver (PADI Advanced Open Water or equivelent). This ensures you can safely participate in underwater data collection and monitoring.
If you’re not certified yet, you can complete your PADI Open Water course with us first.
If you need to complete your PADI Advanced Open Water course you can also complete that with us.
We offer:
- One-day courses: Coral Restoration, Shark Ecology, and Turtle Ecology
- Longer programs: Ecological Monitoring (1 week), Reef Assistant (2 weeks), and Marine Research Assistant (4 weeks)
- Conduct fish and coral surveys
- Identify and monitor sea turtles
- Assist with coral restoration projects
- Collect data for long-term reef health studies
- Learn sustainable diving and marine ecology techniques
Our conservation programs run year-round. Conditions in Gili Air are typically calm with good visibility most months. The dry season (May-October) offers the best diving conditions, while the wet season (November–April) is still suitable for diving and research.
You can enquire directly or contact our team via WhatsApp or email. We’ll help match you to the right program based on your experience, availability, and goals.
We’re based at Blue Marlin Dive Gili Air, in the Gili Islands, Indonesia - a marine paradise known for turtles, coral reefs, and easy access from Bali and Lombok.
Your course fees directly fund reef restoration projects, turtle monitoring, and ongoing research around Gili Air. Every diver who joins helps us expand our conservation work and protect the reefs we all love to explore.