① Indonesia Island Destinations
Indonesia is home to most islands in the world.
In Indonesia, you can visit numerous island destinations that are filled with pristine nature.
Gili Trawangan in Indonesia is an island located off the northern coast of Lombok.
As a destination filled with dazzling natural landscapes and a local atmosphere, it’s a top vacation spot for Westerners.
It’s a perfect place for relaxation, where you can take in the clear ocean from anywhere.
‘Gili’ is a word in the native language of Lombok meaning ‘small island’.
There are numerous Gilis in Lombok, and Gili Trawangan is known as the largest among them.
Gili Trawangan is an eco-friendly place where only bicycles and horse carts are allowed on the roads. Motorcycles and cars are prohibited to preserve nature.
The island is small enough to explore by bike.
There are many places on the island where you can rent bicycles.
To get to Gili Trawangan, you must take a boat.
If you’re departing from Bali, you’ll leave from Padang Bai harbor, and the trip to Gili takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Another way is to fly to Lombok and then travel about an hour from Lombok Airport to Bangsal harbor, where you’ll take a boat to the island.
Travelers who have visited Gili Trawangan often say it’s “much better than Bali,” but it wasn’t a popular destination for Korean tourists due to the difficulty of getting there.
The island is also famous among Korean tourists as the filming location for the entertainment show _Youn’s Kitchen_.
At one point, Gili Trawangan received a lot of attention due to the popularity of _Youn’s Kitchen_.
As Gili Trawangan became more well-known, the number of Korean tourists visiting the island increased.
Gili Trawangan is particularly popular among surfers and divers.
Many places on the island are great for enjoying water sports.
② A Great Place to Spot Sea Turtles
Snorkeling is a must in Gili Trawangan.
The island has various snorkeling spots.
In the clear waters of Gili Trawangan, you can see sea turtles, a variety of fish, and corals.
The best place on the island to observe sea turtles is in the north.
You don’t need to take a boat far out to see sea turtles, as the area boasts pristine nature.
From the hotels situated on the sea, you can see sea turtles.
It’s also great a day tour to travel around the island and enjoy snorkeling.
Gili has a snorkeling point called ‘Turtle Beach’ where sea turtles frequently appear.
You can swim with sea turtles at a depth of about 42.6~49.2 feet.
The underwater world of Gili Meno is famous for its 48 life-sized statues.
These statues are the work of world-renowned artist Jason de Caires Taylor and offer a mysterious underwater landscape.
At a depth of about 16.4 feet, you can fully capture the underwater scenery.
In front of Gili Air, there’s a snorkeling point filled with numerous tropical fish.
It’s a place where colorful tropical fish live, and you can enjoy the scenery in the clear underwater.
Gili Trawangan is like heaven for snorkeling tourists.
You can see the incredibly clear underwater that you wouldn’t believe it is real.
③ Things to Enjoy in Gili Trawangan
Gili Trawangan does not have luxurious and flashy resorts.
Instead, accommodations that blend with the modest island scenery are available.
The locals’ daily routine involves having a meal at a local restaurant at a reasonable price and swimming in the sea during the day.
You can also spend leisure time at beach cafes located along the beach.
At night, you can enjoy the local atmosphere at the night market.
Most of the stalls at Gili Trawangan Night Market sell fresh seafood.
You can enjoy charcoal-grilled lobster, seafood skewers, and Black Tiger shrimp, all well-suited to Korean tastes.
You can also try traditional Indonesian food.
Since they prepare the food as soon as you order, you can enjoy the most delicious food at the market.
After dinner, head to the beach to watch the sunset.
The sunset in Gili Trawangan is famous for the sun disappearing over the horizon.
The deep red sunset left after the sun sets is even touching.
You must watch the sunset as the finale of your day here.
A day spent on this quiet island feels like a gift.
Gili Trawangan is a treasure-like island destination in Indonesia where you can enjoy a complete rest.
By. Min Jae Kim
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