Holiday in Gili Trawangan

What makes Gili Trawangan special as a destination?

Gili Trawangan, the largest and liveliest of the three Gili Islands off the northwest coast of Lombok, combines tropical island paradise with vibrant nightlife. The car-free island — transportation is solely by bicycle or horse-drawn carriage — can be circled on foot in about two hours and offers turquoise waters over white coral sand at every corner. The underwater world around Gili Trawangan is spectacular: At the famous dive spot Shark Point, you are highly likely to encounter reef sharks and sea turtles, while the underwater sculptures off the west coast provide a unique snorkeling experience. Numerous PADI dive schools make the island one of the cheapest places in the world to get a diving certification. At low tide, the neighboring islands Gili Meno and Gili Air can be reached by kayak or stand-up paddle. The east coast is the center of social life with beach bars, live music, and beach parties, while the quieter west and south attract with secluded beaches and spectacular sunsets behind the volcano Gunung Agung on Bali. The Night Market offers freshly grilled fish, satay skewers, and Indonesian specialties at low prices every evening. The best travel time is from May to September, with the speedboat transfer from Bali taking only about 90 minutes.