The public ferry is by far the cheapest way to get to the Gilis from Lombok. Ferries depart from Bangsal, around 25km north of Senggigi. They depart at irregular intervals throughout the day, between around 7.30am and 4.30pm. Some public ferries do go to Gili Air, but not all; you may have to get off at Gili Trawangan and charter a boat or jump
The Koperasi Angkutan Laut Karya Bahari (Sea Transport Co-operative) is the boat owner cartel which monopolizes transport to the Gili Islands (Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno & Gili Air). Lately many people try to avoid Bangsal due to hassles from street vendors or locals who try to make some cash from the "tourists".
Half-Day (Shared) Snorkeling Trip From Gili Trawangan. This half-day snorkeling trip (approx 3 - 4 hours) visits some famous snorkeling spots on Gili islands, a great activities for travelers who stay at Gili Trawangan. Snorkeling Visiting Turtle Points, Human Statues and Blue Coral Garden. Tour start from Gili Trawangan, end in Gili Trawangan.
Lombok is a hotspot for watersports like diving and snorkelling, owing to excellent underwater visibility, verdant coral reefs, graceful turtles and rays. Lombok's prettiest beaches include Selong Belanak, Senggigi, Pink Beach and Semeti Beach, flaunting spectacular volcanic formations. Some more must-visit places for a fulfilling Lombok tour
Both Gili Islands and Lombok will give you many options for diving and beautiful beaches. Either way, head to our Lombok and Gili Islands Travel Guide to learn more. Enjoying both of them is possible! Pearl. Living in Jakarta for more than 20 years now, she still has not covered the tip of Indonesia’s diverse destinations, people, and even food!
Gili Islands weather in July 2024. Expect 30°C daytime maximum temperatures in the shade with on average 9 hours of sunshine per day in Gili Islands in July. Check more long-term weather averages for Gili Islands in July before you book your next holiday to Lombok in 2024/2025.
Super service and magical sunsets on Lombok’s sugar-white sands. Hotel. Lombok & Gili Islands. 3.5 Star. Mahamaya. Cast away on pint-sized Gili Meno, Mahamaya is a boutique bolthole of stylish pools and laid-back lounging. From £1,646 p/p. Hotel. Lombok & Gili Islands.
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