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Gili Trawangan
Lively, vibrant, great nightlife & diving. The classic Gili experience.
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Fast boat from Bali
Direct to the Gilis
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Gili Air
Chilled atmosphere with yoga, good food, and easy snorkeling.
Ferry from Lombok
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Gili Meno
Quiet and unspoilt. Perfect for honeymooners and couples.
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Snorkeling the clear waters of Gili Islands

Snorkeling the clear waters of Gili Islands

A Beginner’s Guide to Snorkeling in Lombok: Easy Spots and Calm Waters

A beginners guide to snorkeling in Lombok

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A blue and yellow public slow boat named Island Star moored in turquoise water off the Gili Islands, with a white sand beach and forested hills of Lombok visible in the background

A blue and yellow public slow boat named Island Star moored in turquoise water off the Gili Islands, with a white sand beach and forested hills of Lombok visible in the background

Getting from Lombok to the Gili Islands

Getting from Lombok to the Gili Islands

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Snorkeler swimming towards a turtle

Snorkeler swimming towards a turtle

The Ultimate Guide to the Gili Islands: Gili Trawangan, Gili Air & Gili Meno

The Ultimate Guide to the Gili Islands

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2 days ago8 min read

Blue Water Express Fast Boat from Bali

Blue Water Express Fast Boat from Bali

Blue Water Express: Fast Boat Transfers Between Bali, Lombok & the Gili Islands

Recommended boat transfers between Bali and Lombok

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2 days ago3 min read

Aerial view of Gili Air, with white sand beaches, turquoise water, and boats lining the shoreline off Lombok’s coast

Aerial view of Gili Air, with white sand beaches, turquoise water, and boats lining the shoreline off Lombok’s coast

Ultimate Guide to Gili Air, Lombok: Where to Stay, What to Do, and Travel Tips

Discover Gili Air, Lombok’s laid-back island escape with white sand beaches, turquoise water, snorkeling with sea turtles, beachfront cafés, and everything you need to plan your visit.

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3 days ago8 min read

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