All three islands, Gili Air, Gili Meno, and Gili Trawangan, offer white sand beaches and clear water for snorkeling, diving or to the simple pleasures of sun. It is easy to see why Lombok's most popular tourist destination is the Gili islands. Meaning ‘Small Island’, this cluster of three islands has escaped the trappings of modern life, with their undeveloped, pristine sandy beaches and lush tropical vegetation.
Gili Trawangan is the most developed, Gili Meno the smallest and quietest, while Gili Air is the closest to the mainland with the largest population. Each island offers pretty much the same in the way of activities; world class surfing, diving and snorkeling and some tropical island lounging. Accessing the islands is easily done from the mainland, by catching one of the regular shuttle boats.
Trawangan Island, the largest of the three tiny Gili Islands just off Lombok’s rugged and verdant North-western coastline is an island kissed by the sun, with a cloak of fine beaches and surrounded by pristine azure waters thriving with a abundance of stunning marine life. No motor vehicles are allowed on the island, to disturb its content tranquility/ Lamps in the night are scarce and limitless moonlight reaches down to greet the island and embrace it in a star-filled sky. You can only hear the sounds of the rolling waves and reggae tunes greet your ears. Horse-drawn carts replace automobiles and motorbikes as the main form of transport.
Lean back and relax or explore the magnificent underwater world by snorkeling or scuba diving. Seeing the island’s 8 kilometer circumference from the back of a Cidomo, the traditional Lombok horse cart, from which you can see the silhouettes of the mighty volcanoes Mount Agung in Bali and Mount Rinjani in Lombok. The main stripe is full of accommodations, restaurants, and dive shops. If you are seeking a quieter place yet offer a luxury stay, Villa Atas Ombak is a perfect choice for your holiday.