Gili Island has three picturesque islands namely: Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air. The desert islands boast of pristine and crystal water getaway not only for single backpackers and honeymooning couples but also for the whole family to enjoy. The islands are now attracting huge visitors looking for great retreats and island getaway, and Gili island hotels are busy in welcoming all with the best island hospitality.

The family that dives together enjoys Gili Trawangan together

Gili Trawangan has more than a dozen diving spots, and mostly welcome all levels of divers. If your family loves diving, there are several diving schools in the island, and enrolling would allow every member of your family learn how to dive and enjoy Shark Point, a very popular dive spot in the island. Shark Point gives a family adventure of viewing large marine life in a single dive. The family will enjoy up-close adventure with the stingray, turtles, cuttlefish, school of bumphead parrot fish and reef sharks. For coral viewing, there’s Manta Point that also welcomes all levels divers. Spotting a passing Manta makes your family Manta’s adventure truly memorable. Some Gili accommodations especially accommodation in Lombok has in-house diving and snorkeling instructors with whom you can arrange diving or snorkeling lessons. Your family can enjoy the single dive lesson particularly the popular Night Dive course.  The diving spots are accessible by ferries and you can arrange with your Gili islands hotels for your family diving adventures.

Family beach/bar outings

Gili Islands has numerous beaches where the entire family can truly relax and enjoy. The beach is surrounded and clustered by rows of restaurants and bars, where family members can enjoy sumptuous island food like fresh seafood perfectly broiled or steamed and served with the best side dishes of veggies and fruits. The kids can have fun while perfecting their swimming skills in several swimming pools in your Gili Island hotels and stay safe while enjoying in-door water activities. While the kids are safely tucked in your hotel, the adults can roam around and enjoy bar hopping and experience the popular Tir na Nog in Gili Trawangan and have fun betting on your favorite sports while munching house treats of Kebabs and listening to the music. Bars and restaurants are close to any accommodation in Gili Trawangan so distance is never a problem.

Sunrise watching

The beauty and the serene ambience makes sunrise in Gili Island an unforgettable family experience. The family can enjoy the magnificent sight simply by staying in a Gili accommodation with a view of Mount Rinjani or Bali’s Mount Agung.

Planning your family island adventure? Check out Gili islands and make it as something unforgettable and a lifetime.