Is Gili Air worth visiting?
Gili Air has lots of great places to stay
Gili Air might be for you if: you’re looking for somewhere to relax and for a more local experience, yet still want to enjoy a variety of hotel and restaurant options. Gili Air might not be for you if: you only want to party, or you only want to relax.
Which part of Gili Trawangan is best?
If you want to be in the busy part of the island where all the shops, cool cafes, bars and clubs are, you should stay on the Eastern side of the island near the pier or slightly inland. If you’re wondering where to stay in Gili Trawangan if you want a quiet stay, you should stay on the Western side of the island.
What is Gili Air known for?
Gili Air is well-known for its super clear turquoise water to snorkel and dive in. The entire northern part of the island is home to sea turtles. So the chance to spot a turtle is high. Do not swim during low tide, the corals will be too close.
How long does it take to get from Gili T to Gili Air?
10-15 minutes
The fast boat from Gili T to Gili Air takes just 10-15 minutes. A one-way ticket costs 85,000 IDR and can be purchased at the Gili Trawangan ticket office at the pier. The fast boat and slow boat schedule in the Gili T ticket office. The fast boat Gili schedule to and from all 3 islands.
Which side of Gili Air is best?
The east side of the island is the best area to stay in Gili Air for swimming and snorkelling, as it has the best beaches. The south side of the island is perhaps the busiest as this is where the Gili Air jetty is and where boats arrive and leave.
Can you walk around Gili Air?
Luckily Gili Air is tiny – the circumference is less than 5km – meaning you can walk around the entire island in just over an hour (or, if you’re like me and stop off for coconuts at every opportunity, two hours). Best beaches: Because Gili Air is so small you hardly have to to commit to any one beach and stay there.
Is Gili Trawangan worth it?
The Gilis are very nice and definitely worth a visit if you have time. The beaches and waters there are nicer than Bali.
How long should I stay in Gili Air?
two nights and two days
If you’re visiting just one of the islands, I recommend spending at least two nights and two days in the Gili Islands, as I did. If you do, you should book a snorkeling excursion to dive at all the islands on your second day.
How do you get around Gili Air?
Getting around
Most tourists rent their own bicycle to get around the small islands or simply hail a horse cart (or cidomo, as locals call it). It takes less than two hours to walk around Gili Trawangan, the biggest of the three Gilis.
Which Gili is best for snorkeling?
Gili Meno
The best Gili Island for snorkeling is Gili Meno. While Gili Trawangan is unquestionably the most popular, Gili Meno has great snorkeling access and is home to the popular Gili Island Wreck (Meno Bounty) and probably the most photographed spot in Indonesia– the underwater statues.
Where are the turtles in Gili Air?
If you are staying on Gili Air, the turtle point is on the northeastern part of the Island. You can snorkel there from the shore to see them. On Gili-T, we even saw the turtles just in front of the beach.
How long should you stay in the Gili Islands?
If you’re visiting just one of the islands, I recommend spending at least two nights and two days in the Gili Islands, as I did. If you do, you should book a snorkeling excursion to dive at all the islands on your second day.
Which is better Gili Islands or Nusa Penida?
In conclusion, choose the Gili Islands: if you want to spend a few days in a quiet setting without seing any car or scooter. to find a festive and relaxed environment by the beach where everything can be done walking. if you take a long enough trip and have time to explore both Gili Islands and Nusa Penida !
Is there sharks in Gili Islands?
Black tip and white tip reef sharks are the most common reef sharks seen around the Gilis, although we do not see them as frequently as we would like. Sharks are a critical part of the underwater ecosystem and have a very unfair reputation among humans due to popular myths propagated by Hollywood movies.
How long does it take to get to Gili Air?
Best options to travel from Bali to the Gili Islands
| Transport mode | Duration | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Gili Trawangan | 1.5-2.5 hours | Check Fast Boat Tickets |
| Gili Meno | 1hr 45min | Check Fast Boat Tickets |
| Gili Air | 2 hours | Check Fast Boat Tickets |
How long does it take from Bali to Gili Islands?
The total travel time from Ubud to Gili T is approximately 3 hours. From Ubud to Padang Bai takes around 1-1,5 hours by car (depending on traffic) and the fast boat transfer from Padang Bai to Gili Trawangan takes 1,5 hours depending on the sea conditions.
Which Gili island has the underwater statues?
Along the west coast of Gili Meno, you’ll find 48 life-size statues of couples embracing and lying down, created by the well-known underwater sculptor: Jason deCaires Taylor. They are known as the Gili Meno statues.
How many days do you need in Gili Islands?
Is it expensive in Bali?
Expect to spend $720 to $2,600 per month for a single person living in Bali—families and couples sharing rental costs will save quite a bit. And it’s possible to spend significantly more on a higher-end lifestyle.
Which Gili island is best for snorkelling?
How much is a Coke in Bali?
Cost of Living in Bali
| Restaurants | Edit |
|---|---|
| Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) | 67,500.00Rp |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 31,363.64Rp |
| Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) | 19,068.71Rp |
| Water (12 oz small bottle) | 16,879.14Rp |
Is Bali cheaper than Maldives?
Bali is a much cheaper option as compared to the Maldives. The accommodation is cheap as compared to the Maldives resorts.
Should I take cash to Bali?
Cash. Cash is still an important form of payment in Bali. So make sure you carry enough with you to pay for your small shopping, transportation and food & drinks. The 100,000 bills are only useful if you intend to buy a high-priced item or spend a lot of money at the same place.
How much is a good tip in Bali?
between 5-20%
TIPPING IN BALI
In most restaurants tipping between 5-20% is generally what we opt for. That said, there is no standard amount for other services in Bali such as hired drivers and guides, housekeepers and staff in your accommodation, or a porter who takes care of your belongings.
Can unmarried couples stay together in Bali?
Article 416 of the draft law prohibits cohabitation and consensual sex by unmarried couples, threatening large fines and six months imprisonment for being convicted of sex outside marriage.