How do I get from Bali to Gili?

Getting a fast boat from Bali to the Gili Islands is the most straightforward option. The boats leave from a few different areas in Bali, and depending on which company you choose, can take you to Gili Air, Gili Trawangan or Lombok mainland. Our favourite fast boat company is Blue Water Express.

How long is the ferry from Bali to Gili Islands?

Ferries from Bali to the Gili Islands typically take around 1,5-2 hours from the main harbour in Padang Bai and the cheapest tickets sell for around $20-$25 for a single trip.

What is the cheapest way to get to Gili Islands from Bali?

In this case, or if you’re looking to take the cheapest transport option available, you can take the “slow boat”. There is a local ferry that leaves every 60 to 90 minutes daily from Bali to Lombok. The catch is that it’s quite a longer journey at around four to six hours one way.

How do I get to Gili Islands?

The easiest way to get to the Gilis from Lombok’s airport or Senggigi is to walk to the nearest travel agent, taxi desk or tour and book a package. The cheapest way is to take a bemo/taxi to Pemenang, walk or cidomo (Rp 5,000) to Bangsal, and then take the Public boat (ferry) (Rp 10,000 to Gili Air) from there.

Is Gili Trawangan expensive?

The Gili Islands Travel Costs A private room will cost around 250,000 IDR ($17 USD). For an entire home or apartment, expect to pay at least 450,000 IDR ($30 USD) per night, although prices can be as high as 2,000,000 IDR ($135 USD). Food – Most meals cost between 30,000-75,000 IDR ($2-5 USD).

Is Nusa Penida worth visiting?

Nusa Penida is not a modern supercity with great roads and facilities, but that’s what adds to its charm. The island is very authentic, unlike the more tourist-friendly places you might have visited. It is not for the faint of heart, but if you are open to discovering the local culture, it is so worth it!

How much is the fast boat from Bali to Gili?

The price of a ticket is approximately US$52 (700,000rps) one way and US$100 (1,350,000rps) return per person (subject to exchange rate flutuations). This price includes hotel transfers from most hotels in South Bali.

How do I get from Ubud to Gili Islands?

There are several fast boat harbors: Padangbai, Sanur, Serangan, and Amed. It takes about 3.5 hours for total transfer time from Ubud to Gili Trawangan, either from Padangbai or Serangan. if it is Padangbai, it is 1.5 hours overland driving, 0.5 hours gathering before depart, then 1.5 hours sea cross.

How do I get to Gili T from Seminyak?

There is no direct connection from Seminyak to Gili Islands. However, you can take the taxi to Padang Bai then take the ferry to Gili Meno. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Seminyak to Gili Islands via Kuta Point by Ardenia, Kuta, Padang Bai, and Padang Bai in around 6h.

How many days do you need in Gili Islands?

We recommend starting with at least 3 nights and giving yourself a little leeway in your plans to add more days on. After all just about everyone who goes to Gili Trawangan ends up extending their stay by at least a day or two.

Can you do a day trip to Gili Islands from Bali?

No the Gilis are not a day trip at all. They are not even off the coast of Bali, they are off the coast of Lombok, the next island over. Boat companies say it takes an hour to get there.

Are Gili Islands safe?

The islands are very safe but there are incidents of petty crime on all islands but especially Gili Trawangan. It has to be said that most of the petty crimes committed on the island are carried out by people from the mainland and indeed other travelers rather than the islanders themselves.

Can you fly to Gili Islands?

The closest airport to the Gili Islands is Lombok International Airport (LOP). Private transfers (car + speedboat) can be arranged from there to the Gili’s through Gili-islandtransfers.com, otherwise you can opt for the slower (cheaper) and less reliable public boats that leave from Bangsal harbour in north Lombok.

Where do you get the boat from Bali to Gili Trawangan?

The main southern departure harbour for fast boat services to the Gili islands and Lombok is Serangan harbour. If you are staying in south Bali, you can also consider using Padang Bai departures as explained below. Nearby Sanur harbour and Benoa Port mainly serve Bali to Lembongan and Nusa Penida.