Indonesia · Lombok
The Gili Islands travel guide
Three car-free islands with turtles and white sand
White sand on the Gili Islands. Photo: User:(WT-shared) Burmesedays, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The three Gili Islands off Lombok are small, car-free and ringed with white sand and coral reefs full of turtles. Getting around is by bike or on foot.
Gili Trawangan is the liveliest, Gili Air is relaxed and Gili Meno is the quietest. Fast boats take about 1.5 to 2 hours from Bali.
What The Gili Islands is known for
- Turtles
Snorkel with them off the beach.
- Car-free
Bikes and walking only.
- Sunset swings
In the sea on Gili Trawangan.
- Diving
Cheap dive courses.
Top things to do in The Gili Islands
Where to stay in The Gili Islands
Best time to visit The Gili Islands
Best value: Jan–Apr, Sep. April to October: dry, calm and great for snorkelling.
- Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
- PeakBusiest, highest prices
- QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
Getting there and around
About 15h 45m from London to LOP, and flights from most UK airports. How long is the flight from your airport?
Fast boats from Bali or Lombok. On the islands, walk, cycle or take a horse cart.
Good to know
- Bring cash: cash machines run out.
- Book fast boats with a reputable company.
- Watch the currents between the islands.
The Gili Islands FAQ
Which Gili is best?
Air for most people, Trawangan for parties.
How do I get to the Gilis?
Fast boat from Bali, about 2 hours.
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