Gili Trawangan walking tour & city guide
A car-free island of turtles and sunsets.
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Gili Trawangan is the largest of three small islands off the coast of Lombok. There are no cars or motorbikes, only bicycles and horse carts, and its turquoise water is famous for sea turtles.
The island
A sandy path circles the island in about an hour by bicycle. The east side has the main strip of restaurants and dive shops, while the west side is quieter and famous for sunset swings in the water.
Under the sea
Snorkeling just offshore often brings sightings of green turtles. The underwater statue installation Nest is a popular snorkeling spot. Fast boats link the island to Bali and Lombok.
A day on the island
There are no cars on Gili Trawangan, only bicycles and horse carts, so the best way to start is to cycle around the island, which takes about an hour. Stop on the west coast for the famous swings in the water.
Snorkel off the beach on the east side to see sea turtles, which are very common here. In the evening, watch the sunset over Bali's Mount Agung, then enjoy the night market.
Good to know
Fast boats connect the Gili Islands with Bali and Lombok. Gili Meno and Gili Air, the two smaller islands, are quieter if you want more peace.
There are no ATMs on some smaller islands, so bring cash. The dry season, April to October, has the calmest seas.
Top sights in Gili Trawangan
- 1
Turtle Point
Snorkel with sea turtles.
- 2
Sunset swings
Swings in the water on the west coast.
- 3
Nest statues
An underwater sculpture site.
- 4
Gili Trawangan Hill
A viewpoint over the islands.
- 5
Island cycling path
A loop around the island.
Food markets & where to eat in Gili Trawangan
Night market
Grilled seafood by the harbor.
Main strip
Restaurants and bars.
West coast
Sunset beach bars.
Food to try in Gili Trawangan
Grilled fish
From the night market.
Ayam taliwang
Spicy grilled chicken from Lombok.
Fresh coconut
On the beach.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
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