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Vila Ombak Diving Academy

Hotel Vila Ombak, West Nusa Tenggara 80041, Indonesia
0062361270252
4.5 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Type: Sports Camps/ Clinics
Owner description: Vila Ombak Diving Academy. Diving Courses and Fun Dives for everyone. Since 1991. Part of Bali Diving Academy group- Day trips. With 4 Dedicated...... more » Owner description: Vila Ombak Diving Academy. Diving Courses and Fun Dives for everyone. Since 1991. Part of Bali Diving Academy group- Day trips. With 4 Dedicated Diving Academies and Partner properties in Lembongan, Tulamben, Pemuteran and Gili Trawangan, providing professional diving services supported by unmatched human resources and infrastructure on site at all Gili's and Bali's top dive locations. « less
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Perth, Australia
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

We were hoping to be taken out to a really nice section of reef to snorkel, we knew that we would be joining a dive group so it wasn't a real snorkel trip per se, however where we were dropped off there was not much to see in terms of terrain and it wasn't until we asked about the wreck... More

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BaliDivingAcademy, Owner at Vila Ombak Diving Academy, responded to this review
April 23, 2012

Hello TrueNorth, Thank you very much for taking the time to write the comment. It would have been perhaps more helpful if you would have let us know about your issues on the spot, when we did ask you and you looked happy. The best way to fix any issue during holidays is to talk about it immediately. Once you... More

London
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012
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person found this review helpful

Great dive guides/instructors, professional and safe. Great equipment, from BCDs to diveboat. When we were there, it was unfortunately not great weather re: rips/waves, and the Dive School were particularly keen to ensure all dives were as safe and as enjoyable as possible. Wouldn't hesitate to dive again with Vila Ombak Diving Academy. More

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BaliDivingAcademy, Owner at Vila Ombak Diving Academy, responded to this review
April 5, 2012

Thank you very much for your comment, we hope to see you again! All the best from Vila Ombak and Bali Diving Academy Team! More

Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2012

At Vila Ombak Diving Academy I did my OWD certification. With highly experienced instructor Sven, I have 5 beautiful dives. Each dive at another location. So much marine life ... pff my log was too small :). Sven saw everything, which of course extra fun. The dives were fun, but the organization was superb. All well and safely regulated. Before... More

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BaliDivingAcademy, Owner at Vila Ombak Diving Academy, responded to this review
March 14, 2012

Hello Brecht, Thank you so much choosing to dive with us and for the nice comments! Now you have your PADI license, keep diving all over the world and... come back to see us soon! Best Fishes Bali Diving Academy Team More

Amstadam
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2012

Visiting the gillis for the second time, and I must say I love this place. Great and easy diving. It only took few minutes to go from the island to the dive spot. Vila ombak was a great choice, good dm and great all around service. Nice people, I must say I felt safe and had a good time.. The... More

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BaliDivingAcademy, Owner at Vila Ombak Diving Academy, responded to this review
February 13, 2012

Thank you so much for your comment, great to hear you had a nice time with us! Happy Diving Vila Ombak Diving Academy Team More

Toronto
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2012

Since they do 2 dives a day and don't have to go far for good sites the whole diving process was just really easy. You show up 1/2 hr before, get your gear and then head out. More

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BaliDivingAcademy, Owner at Vila Ombak Diving Academy, responded to this review
February 13, 2012

Absolutely correct, that's one of the highlights of Gili Trawangan. Not long time on the boat or in the car. You just go to the diving center, an in 15 minutes maximum you will be ready to jump in the boat and... enjoy the ocean! Thanks for your comment Happy Diving! Vila Ombak Diving Academy Team More

sydney
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2011

Very attentive dive masters, a great experience. At the end we could buy a video which was about 80.00 AUD but a wonderful souvenir of a special dad and son experience. If we had more time here we'd go out again. Saw turtles, enormous puffer fish and probably 15 -20 other varieties of tropical fish. More

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BaliDivingAcademy, Owner at Vila Ombak Diving Academy, responded to this review
February 13, 2012

Thanks to this enthusiastic family, SCUBA diving and the ocean are something special to share with your children... All the Best and thanks again Vila Ombak Diving Academy Team More

London, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2011

I went to Gili Trawangan with my husband for our honeymoon and was not too sure if I was going to get my Padi license. But after visiting the Villa Ombak diving centre and having our first fun dive with our instructor Janto, I was convinced that this was the place to get my PADI. The staff is very friendly... More

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BaliDivingAcademy, Owner at Vila Ombak Diving Academy, responded to this review
February 13, 2012

Congratulations for your Open Water Diver, it's the beginning of a great adventure! Nice to hear you had a good time with us, looking forward to the PADI Advanced now! :-) Happy Diving Vila Ombak Diving Academy Team More

Tauranga, New Zealand
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 19, 2011
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wanted to snorkle instead of my usual scuba diving on this trip. for u.s25.00 i went out with the the scuba diviers on their boat to the top of the island.they supplied the gear and a guide for my snorkle.we jumpled over the side of the boat while the scuba boys went off and done there thing.water temp was about... More

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BaliDivingAcademy, Owner at Vila Ombak Diving Academy, responded to this review
February 13, 2012

Thank you David, Great you had a good time with us, hope to see you soon again! Vila Ombak Diving Academy Team More

Jakarta, Indonesia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 6, 2011
3
people found this review helpful

As a diving instructor, I have dived all over the world, and have found few places in the world that compare to the professionalism and level of service that Vila Ombak diving academy offers. When you chose a dive center in Gili you have to remember that all the dive centers (and there are plenty to chose from) have the... More

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BaliDivingAcademy, Owner at Vila Ombak Diving Academy, responded to this review
February 13, 2012

Hi Jerry, Thank you very much for your detailed and positive, very appreciated also because it comes from a diving professional that knows about the business. We wish you all the best and hope to see you again Happy Diving Vila Ombak Diving Academy Team More

Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 1, 2011
3
people found this review helpful

We did a refresher course here, although a little more pricey than the rest of the island it was well worth it- our instructor made sure we saw a turtle!! More

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BaliDivingAcademy, Owner at Vila Ombak Diving Academy, responded to this review
February 12, 2012

Thank you Amy! Hope to see you again! All the Best Vila Ombak Diving Academy Team More

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