MERDEKA FILES, Mataram - White sandy beach, tropical coral reefs and warm inviting waters are awaiting on Gili Terawangan. With no cars and no motor bikes, there are no distractions other than the beautiful tropical island scenery, making it an ideal destination for tropical getaway.
Gili Terawangan is the largest and most popular Gilis in the northwest coast of Lombok. The Gilis consist of three islands: Gili Terawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. In local Sasak language, Gili meand island, Wonderful Indonesias site said.
Offering spectacular reefs and ominous dive sites like Shark reef, the Gili islands are the perfect escape for anyone wanting to get away to beautiful, natural and relaxing surrounds. This is why these islands have become a popular destination for Western tourists looking for a remote island experience.
For divers and snorkelers, there are few places better than the Gili’s where you can get up close to all kinds of marine life including a green turtle (Chelonia mydas) in all its glory. Swim up and watch this graceful creature glide through the ocean. These turtles can be spotted at depths of 10-20 meter below sea level. Divers can also see pit sharks and manta rays at the depths of 18-20 meters.
The Gili islands are easily reached by speedboat from Senggigi, taking only some 20 minutes boat ride. Many tourists also travel direct to Gili Trawangan by ferry that leaves Bali daily from Serangan or Padang Bai.
Travel on the islands are only by bike or “cidomo” the small horse-drawn carts taking 3 persons per ride. No motorized vehicles are allowed here. The best way to get around and explore the islands is by bike.
Gili Terawangan is the largest and most popular Gilis in the northwest coast of Lombok. The Gilis consist of three islands: Gili Terawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. In local Sasak language, Gili meand island, Wonderful Indonesias site said.
Offering spectacular reefs and ominous dive sites like Shark reef, the Gili islands are the perfect escape for anyone wanting to get away to beautiful, natural and relaxing surrounds. This is why these islands have become a popular destination for Western tourists looking for a remote island experience.
For divers and snorkelers, there are few places better than the Gili’s where you can get up close to all kinds of marine life including a green turtle (Chelonia mydas) in all its glory. Swim up and watch this graceful creature glide through the ocean. These turtles can be spotted at depths of 10-20 meter below sea level. Divers can also see pit sharks and manta rays at the depths of 18-20 meters.
The Gili islands are easily reached by speedboat from Senggigi, taking only some 20 minutes boat ride. Many tourists also travel direct to Gili Trawangan by ferry that leaves Bali daily from Serangan or Padang Bai.
Travel on the islands are only by bike or “cidomo” the small horse-drawn carts taking 3 persons per ride. No motorized vehicles are allowed here. The best way to get around and explore the islands is by bike.
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