The artificial reef is born!

Posted on 20-02 2019

The artificial reef is born!

On 18th February 2019, in association with Angkasa Pura (Indonesian airports operator) we set up a new artificial reef in Lombok. It is located in North Lombok, nearby Autore Pearl Farm and Showroom, Teluk Nara. We had an opportunity to dive with Ankasa Pura authorities and dr Ali Mochtar Ngabalin and enjoy underwater in Gili Islands, Lombok. Hopefully all fish, underwater animals and corals will love their new...

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Diving and snorkeling in Lombok – new video!

Posted on 20-10 2018

Diving and snorkeling in Lombok – new video!

We are very proud to contribute in a social project Lombok Go Ahead which goal is to promote Lombok after eartquakes by different activities. This movie “Diving and snorkeling in Lombok” was made in Gili Islands, Belongas and Sekotong. Watch, enjoy and share it!

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AFTER THE EARTQUAKES IN LOMBOK

Posted on 13-08 2018

AFTER THE EARTQUAKES IN LOMBOK

On 5 August 2018, a 7.0 magnitude (Richter scale) earthquake hit Lombok and the island has experienced a series of aftershocks since then. The epicenter of the earthquake was in the Sembalun Subdistrict in far North Lombok. The area is mountainous and subject to landslides, with many remote villages, making emergency aid access difficult at first. The ‘Gili Islands’ – Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air – also suffered extensive damage and around 4,600 residents and tourists holidaying on the islands were evacuated for their safety after the earthquake. Most of the victims came from North Lombok and died as a result of collapsing buildings. No tourists or foreign citizens have died. Over the past week, emergency response teams, military and police have established emergency posts in the north. The NTB government and its agencies are working closely with the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) to provide aid to its citizens. It must be stressed that the majority of the damage is located in North Lombok and that other areas of the island remain largely unaffected. Tourism areas such as Kuta and the south coast and the southwest of Lombok are unaffected and are operating normally. We welcome tourists to Lombok to keep our people employed and support our recovery from this natural disaster. We would like to thank all the citizens, both local and foreign, who have provided emergency assistance and supplies to the victims in the interim. It is this spirit of community that will make Lombok stronger as we move forward. Scuba Froggy in Kuta works as normal. Some offices located in hotels in Senggigi area and Gili Trawangan are temporarily closed. The office in the centre of Senggigi will be re-opened from 14th August. If you need any assistance in your Lombok trip re-arrangements, don’t hesitate to contact...

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“Tropical gateway” – new program fro honeymooners and privacy lovers!

Posted on 24-07 2018

“Tropical gateway” – new program fro honeymooners and privacy lovers!

If you thought You can`t go further, imagine a small tropical island with white sandy beaches, turquoise water with hidden natural treasures – corals, turtles, multicolour fish. And both of You with glass of cold sparkling wine, fresh fruits, delicious food… Feel a touch of Paradise in Lombok. Your Tropical Gateway is near! Our Private Tropical Gateway offers all what a private Paradise escape can be: Private speed boat for max. 3 pax 2 snorkelling spots 2 underwater scooter Snorkelling equipment Snorkelling guide Beach towels Selection of food menu created by Italian Chef, Gianluca Viscilio / Pasta Pojok Senggigi: – 1 bottle of Prosecco – 1 L bottle of San Pellegrino – Coffee – Seasonal fruits basket – Paradise picnic lunch set (mediterraean + arabic mezze platter) – Home made ice-cream Routes: 1: Southern Gilis (Gili Nanggu, Gili Kedis) 2: North Gilis (Gili Meno, Gili Air) Booking: contact@scubafroggy.com or by Scuba Froggy dive...

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Why Advanced Diver certificate is required while going to dive safari?

Posted on 19-07 2018

Why Advanced Diver certificate is required while going to dive safari?

How to be a good and safe diver? The answer is obvious: you need to practise, refresh and sharp your skills! A dive safari is the best way to merge it all. Raja Ampat, Ambon and Komodo are famous for big fish, beautiful reefs and currents. Some dive spots are underwater mountains, that`s why we have to dive deeper to meet big fish and avoid being caught by the local currents. Our recommendation is to be at least Advanced Open Water Diver or Deep Diver Specialist. When you prepare yourself for a dive safari you should seriously consider purchasing your own SMB (surface marker) and a reef hook (mandatory for some dive sites) or pointer stick which will increase diver safety and comfort to deal with currents and unpredicted situation. If you are not able to buy it in advance, ask our crew for rental or products for sale. To all who have less than 12 dives and are Open Water Divers (max. 18 m depth) MV Empress offers: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course or PADI Adventure Dives (e.g. Deep, Drift, Night) and PADI Adventure Diver course (you should complete 2 more Adventure dives incl. underwater navigation) to apply for AOWD certificate. If you are interested to join our dive safari and sharp your skills, please contact us in advance: contact@scubafroggy.com Read more about AOWD course here: https://www.padi.com/courses/advanced-open-water...

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REDEFINE THE DIVE

Posted on 30-03 2018

REDEFINE THE DIVE

Everybody going to the tropical sea expects to meet untouched marine life. In many diving areas we are upset with all these effects of human bad habits and consequences of civilisation. Please find Guidelines to the Code of Conduct by Green...

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