Gili Islands (Lombok) > Reviews

Advantages: Soft white sandy beach with Crystal clear water, Great Diving!!!
Disadvantages: Tourism is not quite as developed yet; in the island fresh water is expensive on the island.

I was on Gili Trawangan island in 2004, It is one of the Islands around Lombok, that was my last trip to Lombok but the best among my trips to Bali and Lombok. Actually It is undeniable that Bali is still a beautiful and relaxing place for vacation, but for me still Lombok better. Why?? Because I found that over the years Bali has lost its touch and now it become too commercial and too westernize. Lombok is still pure in its culture and tradition ... Read review

Advantages: Beautiful, amazing snorkelling, great for doing nothing
Disadvantages: no places to party if that's what you want

I went to Gilli Menos in 1996 with three friends. It was in July and was one of the best experiences of my life. It's a quiet island and so a great place to chill out or be with a partner. The sand is pure white and soft like talc and snorkeling is excellent. Everything is cheap - you can really do this on a shoestring but make sure that you have a decent mosquito net with you. It's not as lively as the other two Gillis, but I think that it's the ... Read review