Gili Trawangan Lombok Holidays
Gili Trawangan
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The most famous of the Gili Islands — a car-free tropical paradise with world-class diving, a legendary party scene, beautiful white sand beaches and the most vibrant and social atmosphere of any island in Indonesia
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Flight Time
16h to Bali + 2h fast boat
Best Time
May to September
Country
Lombok, Indonesia
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Gili Trawangan Holiday Guide
Gili Trawangan is the most celebrated island in Indonesia — world-class diving, almost-guaranteed sea turtles, legendary beach parties and a beautiful car-free tropical atmosphere make it unmissable. 30 minutes by fast boat from Lombok or 2 hours from Bali.
May to September is ideal. Book in advance for July–August.
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Average Temperatures
Jan
28°C
Feb
28°C
Mar
28°C
Apr
29°C
May
29°C
Jun
28°C
Jul
27°C
Aug
27°C
Sep
28°C
Oct
29°C
Nov
29°C
Dec
28°C
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The world-class diving, almost-guaranteed sea turtles, legendary beach parties and the car-free island atmosphere that make Gili Trawangan the most celebrated island in Indonesia.
Diving & Snorkelling
Gili Trawangan has world-class diving and snorkelling — the reefs around the Gili Islands are among the finest in Indonesia, with extraordinary coral gardens, sea turtles (almost guaranteed on every dive or snorkel), reef sharks, rays, moray eels and a vast diversity of reef fish. The most famous dive sites include Shark Point (reef sharks and turtles), Halik Reef (coral gardens) and the Japanese Wreck (a sunken ship covered in coral). The snorkelling from the beach is excellent and accessible to complete beginners.
Sea Turtles
Gili Trawangan is one of the best places in the world to see sea turtles in the wild — green sea turtles and hawksbill turtles are resident around the Gili Islands and are seen on virtually every dive and snorkel. The turtles are completely unafraid of divers and snorkellers and frequently approach within touching distance (though touching is not permitted). The turtle sightings at Gili Trawangan are among the most reliable and accessible in the world.
Beach Party Scene
Gili Trawangan has the most famous beach party scene in Indonesia — the island has a legendary nightlife with beach bars, fire shows, live music and parties that rotate between the main bars on a nightly basis. The main strip of bars and restaurants along the east beach is the most lively and social beach scene in Southeast Asia. The parties are particularly famous on Monday, Wednesday and Friday nights when the main bars host their signature events. The atmosphere is friendly, international and extremely social.
Accommodation
Gili Trawangan has the widest range of accommodation of the three Gili Islands — from budget beach bungalows and backpacker hostels to boutique hotels and luxury villas. The finest hotels include the Ombak Sunset (beautiful beachfront bungalows on the quiet west side), the Desa Dunia Beda Beach Resort and the Gili Trawangan Cottages. The east beach has the most lively and social accommodation; the west and north sides are quieter and more romantic.
Beaches
Gili Trawangan has beautiful white sand beaches on all sides — the east beach is the most lively and social, with beach bars, restaurants and the main party scene; the west beach is the most beautiful and romantic, with extraordinary sunset views over Mount Agung in Bali; the north beach is the quietest and most natural. The beaches are clean and well-maintained and the water is warm and clear year-round.
Restaurants & Bars
Gili Trawangan has the finest restaurant and bar scene of the three Gili Islands — an excellent mix of Indonesian warungs, fresh seafood restaurants, international cuisine and beach bars. The best restaurants include Scallywags (fresh seafood on the beach), Kayu Cafe (excellent Indonesian and international food) and the Exile Bar (the most atmospheric beach bar on the island). The sunset views from the west beach bars are extraordinary.
Island Circumnavigation
Gili Trawangan is small enough to walk or cycle around in under 2 hours — the island circumnavigation by bicycle is one of the finest and most enjoyable activities on the island, passing through the main beach strip, the quiet north and west sides, the local village and the beautiful south beach. Bicycles are available for hire from numerous shops on the island. The cidomo (horse-drawn cart) is the traditional transport on the island and is a charming way to get around.
Practical Tips
Gili Trawangan is reached by fast boat from Bali (Padang Bai or Serangan, 1.5–2 hours) or from Lombok (Bangsal harbour, 30 minutes). There are no motorised vehicles on the island — transport is by bicycle, on foot or by cidomo. The island is small enough to walk everywhere. May to September is the best time to visit (dry season). The wet season (November to March) brings rain and rougher seas. Book accommodation in advance during peak season (July–August).
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