DIVING THE GILIS … Underwater Paradise

Travellers come to the Gilis for the sun, the sea and the laid back charm of these three small islands off the northwest coast of Lombok, but by far the greatest numbers of visitors from around the world are attracted by the Gilis reputation as one of the best dive locations in South East Asia.

With around 25% of the world’s reefs located in Indonesia, and with over 3,500 marine species living in Indonesian waters, we have one of the richest diversities of marine life in the Indo-Pacific region. In comparison, the Great Barrier Reef has just 1,500 species and the Red Sea only 600.

Lombok’s drop-offs, plateaus and slopes reflect a good cross-section of what Indonesia has to offer. There are currently more than 20 dive sites around the Gilis and more reefs are being explored all the time.

YOGA

Surrounded by natural beauty and immersed in the slower pace of island life, holidays are the perfect time to restore body and mind with yoga. Beginner yoga classes are readily available on the islands and many resorts also offer yoga classes for their guests.

H2O Yoga and Meditation Centre on Gili Air offer daily yoga classes, introductory meditation, workshops, massage, and a variety of holistic healing treatments, in addition to hosting retreats throughout the year.
Flowers and Fire Yoga Garden, also on Gili Air, offers daily yoga classes, workshops, retreats and creative events hosted by renowned teachers.

PARTY

You’re on holiday – no need to go to the office tomorrow, plenty of time for sleeping in, now is the time to party!

Parties and Gili T go hand-in-hand, and the island has a weekly party roster with live bands or DJs (and late closing) at a different location every night:
Monday – Blue Marlin
Tuesday – Tequila Sunrise

Wednesday – Tir Na Nog (The Irish Bar)

Thursday – Pesona Resort

Friday – Sand Bar

Saturday – Sama Sama Reggae Bar

Sunday – Evolution Bar