Dive-site story
Positioned just off the eastern coast of Gili Air, Hans Reef combines a sloping sandy seabed with scattered coral bommies and rubble fields. Macro enthusiasts favor the site for its sheltered topography and wealth of odd critters hiding among artificial structures and sponge-covered rock clusters. While the shallows feature soft corals and damselfish, scouring the sandy expanses deeper down reveals well-camouflaged bottom dwellers.
Diverse macro photography subjects tucked inside coral rubble and sand patches
Sheltered conditions suitable for relaxed critter hunting and night diving
Frequent encounters with juvenile reef fish sheltering around sponge formations
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving is accessible year-round, with the calmest seas and best water clarity falling during the dry season.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warty frogfishAntennarius maculatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Thorny seahorseHippocampus histrix | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Ribbon eelRhinomuraena quaesita | Common | ||||||||||||
| Peacock mantis shrimpOdontodactylus scyllarus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blue-spotted stingrayNeotrygon kuhlii | Common |
Marine forecast
