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Lombok & Gilis Travel Guide

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Lombok before the crowds, plus the Gilis on foot or bicycle only. The 7-day PDF is a tight loop: south Lombok beaches and the three Gili islands with where to sleep, eat and snorkel. The 14-day PDF adds north Lombok, surf stops and Rinjani options — and the Pro version is our longest regional guide (40 pages) for travelers who want zero guesswork. Traveler = start exploring tomorrow; Pro = the playbook we wish we'd had on trip one.

Which Gili fits your vibe — Trawangan, Meno or Air decoded
Ferries, fast boats & what things really cost
14-day Pro PDF goes deep (up to 40 pages of on-the-ground detail)

Choose your trip length

Your selection
Pick duration and level
€0
Trip cost
€600–1,200
Per day
€85–120 per day
Perfect for
Surfers, travelers chasing quiet beaches, and anyone for whom Bali has gotten too crowded.

Where you'll stay

  • Beach bungalows on the Gilis

    Right on the beach, no cars, no noise

  • Kuta Lombok hotels

    For surf and the southern beaches

  • Tetebatu eco-lodges

    Waterfalls, rice paddies and Rinjani views

What you'll do

  • Snorkel with turtles

    Gili Meno and Gili Air almost daily

  • Surf at Selong Belanak

    Open beach and perfect waves for beginners

  • Rinjani trek

    14-day plan: 2-day climb to the crater

What you'll eat

  • Ayam taliwang

    Lombok's iconic dish — spicy and grilled over charcoal

  • Fish on the Gilis

    Fresh-caught and grilled right on the sand

  • Cafés in Kuta Lombok

    The new Canggu, without the crowds

What's included

Day-by-day: south Lombok + Gili Trawangan, Meno & Air
Ferry vs fast boat — prices and which port to use
Gili personality guide (party vs chill vs couples)
14d: north Lombok, waterfalls & Rinjani trekking notes
Where to eat and sleep on each island
Traveler or Pro PDF (7–40 pages)

Not included

✗ Travel insurance
✗ Rinjani National Park permits
✗ Ferry tickets

With vs. Without

❌ Without this
• Hours lost on generic blogs
• Tourist traps & scams
• Missing hidden gems
• Stressful planning
• Wasted money on mediocre spots
✓ With this
• Ready in minutes, not weeks
• Only tested, local-loved spots
• Hidden gems you'd never find
• Relax, it's planned
• Every dollar well spent

Questions & Answers

The Traveler Guide covers the essentials: route, recommended hotels and restaurants. The Pro Guide adds a detailed comparison of the three Gilis street by street, surf and trekking operator contacts, secrets on the best season for each activity, and alternative routes to dodge the crowds.
Why trust Gita and Xavi?
We've crossed to Lombok dozens of times — the Gilis have been our weekend escape for two years. We know the hotels worth booking, the safe ferries, and the warungs where you actually eat well.

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Indonesia Ferry Guide 2026: Routes, Prices & Tips
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