Manta Dive

What Manta Dive does

Manta Dive is a privately-held Indonesian dive resort and training facility operating under the legal entity PT Manta Resort Development, headquartered on Gili Trawangan, Lombok. Established in 1999, the company transitioned from a PADI 5 Star Dive Center to an SSI Diamond Rated Dive Center and Instructor Training Facility, serving beginner through professional divers. Its core products span scuba certification courses (Discover Scuba, Open Water, Advanced, Rescue, Divemaster, Instructor Training), specialty and technical courses (Nitrox, Deep Diver, Sidemount, Rebreather, Trimix, DPV), guided fun dives across 30+ sites around the Gili Islands, and a dedicated technical diving subsidiary (Manta Dive Tech). The integrated resort business includes Traditional Lumbung Bungalows, Deluxe and Standard Rooms, Gili Villas, the Chappies Bar & Restaurant, a retail shop, equipment rental, and a DAN diving insurance partnership.

Revenue is generated through six primary streams: one-time course fees, per-dive fun dive charges, accommodation bookings (facilitated through the Book Direct Online platform), food and beverage sales at Chappies Bar & Restaurant, equipment rental and retail, and referral-based insurance commissions. Customer acquisition is primarily direct-to-consumer via walk-ins at the harbor-front dive center, the company website, WhatsApp inquiries, organic social media (Facebook, Instagram), local SEO/Google Maps presence, and word-of-mouth referrals. Pricing for courses is standardized across the island through the Gili Indah Dive Alliance (GIDA), and the company also participates in the Gili Eco Trust reef-tax conservation program.

Manta Dive serves five primary customer segments: beginner/first-time divers, certified recreational divers, aspiring dive professionals, technical divers, and families with children. The company operates two dive center locations (Gili Trawangan headquarters and Gili Air) plus a separate technical diving division. Notable proprietary assets include the discovery of Linda's Reef (a technical dive site at 45-80+ meters mapped through Project Taman) and a TDI Instructor Trainer on staff. The business is independently owned with no disclosed institutional investment, and employs between 51-100 staff across diving, hospitality, and management functions.

Name

Manta Dive

Legal name

PT Manta Resort Development

Website

https://manta-dive.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Manta Dive is an Indonesian dive resort and SSI Diamond Rated training facility on Gili Trawangan offering scuba courses from beginner to instructor level, technical diving, guided fun dives, accommodation, and F&B to international tourists and divers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Scuba Diving Resort and Training Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394)

akta.pro primary industry

Dive Centers & Scuba Training (PADI/SSI, certifications) (THAAAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Diving Experiences (Scuba Dives, Dive Trips, PADI/SSI Courses) (THAJAJAD), Dive & Snorkel Guides / Dive Masters (Boat-Based & Shore-Based) (THAAALAC)

Keywords

• Scuba diving courses
• Dive resort accommodation
• Technical diving training
• Recreational fun dives
• SSI instructor training

Headquarters

HQ city

Lombok

HQ country

Indonesia

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Diving Courses: Revenue from teaching scuba diving courses ranging from beginner (Open Water) to professional (Instructor Training). Courses include Discover Scuba, Open Water Diver, Advanced Diver, Rescue Diver, Divemaster, and Instructor Training. Technical courses include Nitrox, Deep Diver, Sidemount, Rebreather, and Trimix diving courses.
2. Fun Dives: Recreational diving trips for certified divers, including day dives, night dives, and specialized fun dives to various dive sites around the Gili Islands.
3. Accommodation/Resort: On-site resort with Traditional Lumbung Bungalows, Deluxe Rooms, Standard Rooms, and separate Gili Villas. All rooms include AC, hot water, mini bar, safety deposit box, satellite TV, DVD, and access to swimming pool.
4. Food & Beverage: Chappies Bar & Restaurant operating 07:00-23:00, serving breakfast, baguettes, post-dive meals, salads, beers, cocktails, and showing sporting events.
5. Equipment Rental & Retail: Full range of rental diving gear and retail shop for dive equipment and clothing.
6. DAN Diving Insurance: Partnership with Divers Alert Network offering short-term diving insurance to customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Manta Dive operates a scuba diving resort and training facility on Gili Trawangan, Indonesia, offering SSI-certified diving courses (Discover Scuba through Instructor Training), recreational fun dives, and advanced technical diving through its Manta Tech division. The integrated operation includes on-site accommodation (Lumbung Bungalows, Deluxe and Standard Rooms, Gili Villas), Chappies Bar & Restaurant, equipment rental, and three purpose-built dive boats accessing 30+ dive sites around the Gili Islands and Lombok.

Product overview

Manta Dive operates as a comprehensive dive resort and training facility on Gili Trawangan, Indonesia, offering an integrated portfolio of scuba diving education and services. The core offering centers on the SSI Diamond Rated Manta Dive Center, which provides dive courses from beginner (Open Water, Discover Scuba) through professional levels (Divemaster, Instructor Training), along with specialty courses including Nitrox, Deep Diver, Stress & Rescue, and Technical Diving (via Manta Tech). The resort component includes Traditional Lumbung Bungalows, Deluxe Rooms, Standard Rooms, and Gili Villas accommodation options, complemented by Chappies Bar & Restaurant. Dive site access encompasses over 30 sites around the Gili Islands and Lombok via 3 purpose-built boats. The operation also facilitates bookings through Book Direct Online and integrates with MySSI for certification management.

Differentiator

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Products and services

• Manta Dive Resort Beachfront resort on Gili Trawangan offering Traditional Lumbung Bungalows, Deluxe Rooms, Standard Rooms, and Gili Villas with a 20-meter swimming pool, on-site Chappies Bar & Restaurant, and amenities including AC, hot water, mini bar, safety deposit box, satellite TV, DVD, and WiFi.
• Manta Dive Center SSI Diamond Rated Dive Center and Instructor Training Facility established in 1999, offering comprehensive scuba diving services including dive courses from beginner to professional levels, fun dives, and technical diving, with 3 purpose-built dive boats operating from Gili Trawangan.
• Open Water Diver Course Entry-level scuba certification course teaching fundamental diving skills, safety procedures, and underwater knowledge; prerequisite for all advanced courses.
• Discover Scuba Diving Introductory experience for non-certified divers to try scuba diving in a controlled environment, including a pool session and open water dive under direct instructor supervision.
• Scuba Diver Course Intermediate certification level between Discover Scuba and Open Water, allowing divers to dive under instructor supervision to a maximum depth of 12 meters.
• Advanced Dive Course Advanced certification expanding diving skills and experience, including night diving, deep diving, and other specialty modules.
• Nitrox Diver Specialty Course Specialty course teaching the use of enriched air (nitrox) mixtures to extend bottom time and reduce nitrogen absorption for safer repetitive diving.
• Stress & Rescue Diving Course Advanced course training divers to identify and manage stress in themselves and others, respond to diving emergencies, and perform rescue techniques.
• Deep Diver Specialty Course Specialty certification enabling divers to safely explore deeper dive sites between 18-40 meters, covering decompression theory and advanced buoyancy control.
• Divemaster Course Professional-level certification training individuals to lead dives, supervise dive activities, and assist instructors, serving as the first step toward becoming a diving professional.
• Diving Instructor Training Course (ITC) Professional instructor certification program qualifying individuals to teach and certify scuba divers independently, delivered under SSI's Instructor Training Facility framework.
• Technical Diving & Courses (Manta Tech) Advanced technical diving program covering TDI courses including sidemount, rebreather, trimix, decompression procedures, and DPV (Diver Propulsion Vehicle) diving, with equipment rental available for rebreathers and scooters.
• Refresher Dive Course Scuba skills update program for certified divers who haven't dived recently, reviewing essential skills in a pool setting before returning to open water.
• Recreational Fun Dives Guided diving excursions for certified divers to various dive sites around the Gili Islands, including day dives and night dives with equipment rental options.
• Snorkeling & Free-diving for Kids Introduction to snorkeling and freediving techniques designed for children, teaching water safety and underwater exploration skills.
• Scuba Explorer for Kids Child-focused underwater exploration program introducing young divers to scuba equipment and basic diving skills in a safe, fun environment.
• Gili Villas Private luxury villas located 5 minutes from Manta Dive resort and 100 meters from the main pier, offering four villas as 1 or 2 bedroom options, each with a private swimming pool, open-plan living area, and tropical gardens.
• Chappies Bar & Restaurant On-site bar and restaurant open daily 07:00-23:00, serving breakfast, baguettes, post-dive meals, salads, beers, and cocktails, with sporting events and board games.
• DAN Short-Term Diving Insurance Partnership offering with Divers Alert Network (DAN) providing short-term diving insurance coverage for customers during their dive activities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.8 out of 5 Google rating based on guest reviews
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Integration5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Project Taman (Gili Trawangan Dive Centers)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 August 2019Collaborative project between various dive centers on Gili Trawangan to map and discover new deep reef walls around the three Gili Islands. Led by Philip Christoff of Manta Dive Tech, resulted in discovery of Linda's Reef at 45-80+ meter depths.
• Gili Eco TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership with Gili Eco Trust, a non-profit organization operating across the three Gilis for environmental conservation. Manta Dive supports beach clean-ups, reef conservation, waste management initiatives, and contributes to the reef-tax collection for the trust. Divemaster trainees participate in environmental awareness programs in collaboration with the trust.
• Gili Indah Dive Alliance (GIDA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMember of the Gili Indah Dive Alliance (GIDA), a group led by local elders ensuring fixed price agreements between all member dive shops on Gili Trawangan. This group standardizes pricing across the island's major dive centers.
• SSI (Scuba Schools International)coreTechnology or IntegrationDiamond Rated SSI Dive Center and Instructor Training Facility. Uses SSI's certification system and training materials for all diving courses from beginner to professional levels.
• TDI (Technical Diving International) / SDIcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized TDI/SDI training facility for technical diving courses including sidemount, rebreather, trimix, and decompression diving. Philip Christoff serves as TDI Instructor Trainer.
• DAN (Divers Alert Network)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership to offer DAN short-term diving insurance to customers booking diving courses and activities, providing medical coverage for diving-related incidents.
• Blue Water ExpressminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFast boat service partnership offering customers a 10% discount (code 'manta10') for transportation between Bali and the Gili Islands.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Siladen Resort & Spa (Bunaken): Resort and dive operation in Bunaken Marine Park, North Sulawesi, offering dive courses, fun dives, and accommodation. Analogous Indonesian dive-resort operator in a different region.
• Wakatobi Dive Resort: High-end integrated dive resort in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia, offering luxury accommodation alongside full PADI diving programs. Comparable integrated dive-resort business model in a different Indonesian geography.
• Scuba Froggs Sipadan: Dive center in Sabah, Malaysia operating courses, fun dives, and technical diving (TDI) comparable to Manta Tech. Similar independent operator structure with comparable dive tourism customers but in a different country/market.

Direct peers

• Gili Divers: Direct competitor dive shop on Gili Trawangan offering certification courses, fun dives, and accommodation. Targets the same first-time and certified divers visiting the Gili Islands as Manta Dive.
• Dive Central Gili Trawangan: Dive school on Gili Trawangan offering beginner to professional courses and daily fun dives. Same GIDA alliance membership, serving the same arrival traffic from the harbor as Manta Dive.
• Trawangan Divers: Boutique dive center on Gili Trawangan providing courses, fun dives, and technical diving programs. Competes for the same tourist diver pool and shares GIDA membership, making pricing dynamics directly comparable.
• Blue Marlin Dive Gili Trawangan: Long-established dive center on Gili Trawangan offering PADI/SSI courses, fun dives, and accommodation. Same location, same customer base, and overlapping course and dive site offerings as Manta Dive — also a member of the GIDA alliance.
• Oceans 5 Dive Resort Gili Trawangan: Integrated dive resort on Gili Trawangan offering PADI/SSI courses, fun dives, and on-site accommodation. Closely comparable business model to Manta Dive's dive-resort combination on the same island.

Broad incumbents

• SSI (Scuba Schools International): Global certifying agency for recreational scuba diving. Indirectly comparable as it sets the curriculum, certification, and Diamond Rating framework that Manta Dive operates under; represents both partner and industry incumbent.

Others

• SSI / GIDA Eco Trust-supported operators: Gili Eco Trust as the cross-operator conservation body that collects reef-tax and funds beach/reef programs across Gili Trawangan dive centers including Manta Dive. Functions as an industry-wide ecosystem participant relevant to ESG and brand positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/mantadivegilit
• Instagraminstagram.com/mantadivegilit
• Xx.com/mantadivegili
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/manta-dive-gili-trawangan

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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