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Gili Air - Lombok Indonesia
Gili Air is the closest to the mainland
and the most quickly accessed of the three Gilis. This island has the
largest local population of the three and combine the charm of a tropical island, with access to
people and culture that make Lombok so special. Diving facilities abound
and there is nice snorkelling directly from the shore, particularly from
the east and the northeast beaches. The south of the island has some
good surf, in the right conditions.
Accommodation
The are only few number of star hotels ( rooms with aircondition, swimming poll, TV, etc) on Gili Air. Most of places to stay located on the south, east, and west side of the island, You can find many Home stay or budget accommodation on the island. The island remain quite and relax.
In nowdays Gili Air starting new depelopment, some new hotel are are
built like Biba Village Bungalow Blue Marlin Gili Air, Dream Diver
Bungalow and still much more other accommodations beeing build. Retuner
guest might suprise and bring your latest guide book.
Activities
Snorkeling and diving are the highlight of the activities. Snorkeling area are located in the south east (opposite-facing the Lombok Golf Kosaido) and along to the north east). You can just jump into the water to see the colorful fishes and coral reef. In the western part of Gili Air you can't snorkel off the beaches. When the moon is high (low tide), you can't swim off the beach. You need to walk to the south or east side.
There are few quality scuba diving operations on all the islands. While the island is busiest from May through August, the quieter off-season from January to April provides a better opportunity to enjoy all the islet has to offer, with accommodation prices at their lowest level.
To get around the isle, the only means of transport are Cidomos, horse drawn carriages. Bicycle rentals are available too. Expect higher prices for most things there since all food and goods must be brought over from the mainland.
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