While there are dozens of fast boat businesses operating transfers between Bali and Lombok, since the beginning Gili Getaway has blazed its own trail and deservedly has a reputation as one of the best in the business.

Custom-built boats to Australian standards, professional and efficient service, comfortable and well-maintained vessels, and a ‘safety first’ approach are all hallmarks of the Gili Getaway brand.

Now the company is listening to its passengers and creating new services that set a first for Lombok!

In October 2014, Gili Getaway launched Gili Getaway II and – recognising that travellers wanted a fast and easy way to get from Bali to Gili Trawangan (and back) – changed its route and became the first fast boat to take passengers directly to Gili T from Bali (rather than stopping at Lombok first, or island hopping between the Gilis as other operators do).

This year, the company has launched Gili Getaway III – another purpose-built fast boat powered by four 250hp engines – to get passengers to their destination quickly and safely.

WhileGetaway II will continue to operate between Bali, the Gilis and Lombok, Getaway III will offer transfers between Bali, Gili Gede on the southwest coast and the Gili islands in the northwest.

This is the first fast boat service that includes Gili Gede – the largest island in the Southwest Gilis – on its route; opening up these ‘secret islands’ to travellers looking for new and unspoilt destinations.

Previously, people wishing to visit the idyllic Southwest Gilis (13 small, undeveloped islands off the southwest coast of Lombok), would have to arrange a combination of cars and local boats to access the area, which made exploring the southwest difficult for most.

The move to provide a service from Bali to Gili Gede is the result of the opening of the new luxurious ko – ko – mo Resort on the big island.

Now guests can travel in comfort between Bali and Gili Gede (and back), dramatically reducing travelling time and providing an easy solution to access problems. It also means that guests can combine a holiday at ko – ko – mo Gili Gede and ko – ko – mo Gili Trawangan easily.

Best of all, Senggigi passengers are not left out! Gili Getaway has also just launched its newest boat in the fleet, called ‘The Bullet’.

Differing from the Getaway vessels, this smaller boat is built for speed and comfort, and can zip travellers from Senggigi down to Gili Gede in around 40 minutes.

The Bullet also provides transfers from Gili Gede to the northwest Gilis (and return) and from Senggigi to Gili T and Gili Air. Day trips to Gili Gede are possible from Gili T and The Bullet is also available for private charter.

The Bullet departs from the Senggigi Jetty at Senggigi Beach and has recently opened a new ticket office at the harbour (next to other ticketing offices on the jetty).

At Gili Gede, a purpose built jetty in front of ko – ko – mo Resort makes boarding and disembarking equally easy.

Thanks to Gili Getaway, access to the all different regions in Lombok has never been so fast and easy!

For more information, visit the website at: http://giligetaway.com