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Turtle-heavy site description and marine-life context.
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Marlin Hill
Marlin Hill: turtle-rich boat dive on a coral mound
Gili Islands boat dive with a gentle slope, mild current, and clear water; good for beginner to advanced divers who want turtles and reef life.
About Marlin Hill
Marlin Hill is a boat-access coral mound in the Gili Islands, known for its turtle-rich shallows, mild current, and a gentle slope that rolls into deeper coral and reef structure. The site mixes open water, coral gardens, and plenty of crevices, so the dive is straightforward to navigate but still rewards slow pacing, good buoyancy, and a plan for the boat ride and changing tide conditions.
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Research Estimate At Marlin Hill
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
Where Is Marlin Hill?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Marlin Hill Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 30m
Depth Note
Overall depth range is 5–30 m; a central coral mound rises from ~30 m up to ~10 m below the surface.
Best Season
April to November
Typical Conditions
Calm seas, mild current, and a relaxed turtle-rich reef slope with easy topography.
Safety & Access At Marlin Hill
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over coral, watch the deeper edge of the slope, and give turtles space at cleaning stations and resting spots.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal approach; check local tide and current conditions before heading out and use a boat that knows the site.
Legal Notes
The Gili Islands are a marine-conservation area, so follow local reef-protection and boat-operator rules.
Local Intel For Marlin Hill
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Turtle-heavy coral mound with shallow and deeper sections, mild current, and enough structure for both relaxed fun dives and more advanced exploration.
Freediving
The shallow slope can suit confident freedivers, but the site's main turtle and coral action sits farther down the reef.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can work in the shallowest section on calm days, but Marlin Hill is better as a boat-based scuba dive.
Wildlife at Marlin Hill
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Marlin Hill
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Marlin Hill
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
