Gili Trawangan is an island that seems unique to visitors, there is no frenetic motorized vehicle activity on this island, the only public transportation that can operate on this island is a horse carriage/carriage which in Lombok’s Sasak language is called Cidomo so you were satisfied to enjoy Gili Trawangan Tour. In addition to Cidomo transportation, to just get around the island and enjoy the beauty of the coast around Gili Trawangan you can rent a bicycle with a capital of Rp. 50,000 per day and used as much as you want. To circumnavigate the island on a leisurely bicycle, you only spend about 1.5 hours. Don’t imagine a paved road here, the main roads on roads throughout the island are still dirt roads and beach beaches, even though some of the main roads leading to hotels or restaurants have been installed with paving block-type pavers by the business owners.
Gili Trawangan is more commonly known as Party Island or an island where there are parties, perhaps this name is taken from the many cafes, bars, and restaurants that are active until late at night. Indeed, Gili Trawangan Tourism is not only a place to party and have fun, many other corners offer different nuances or even the opposite of the party impression that we often hear, the silence of nature, tranquility, and also the natural beauty on the coast and underwater panoramas. you will meet me after being in this place. So, the definition of Party Island that is often referred to by many people for Gili Trawangan does not seem very precise.
Gili Trawangan is a romantic island, a place away from the sound of vehicle engines, a place where you can enjoy a panoramic sunset or sunrise in the morning. Sitting with loved ones at the Sunset View Trawangan location in the afternoon is mostly done by tourists with their satisfaction because the scenery and nuances are indeed fantastic. This small island is the perfect place for you to escape from your daily routine and fatigue from the chaos of big cities, traffic jams, and the noise of factories in the capital. Just sitting on the beach until late at night accompanied by a warm cup of coffee or other drinks, while reading a book or watching a cool movie on a big screen prepared by the beachside cafe, a very fitting place for vacation and doing nothing.
Other Gili Trawangan tourism activities that you can do on Gili T besides relaxing are snorkeling and diving or enjoying the underwater beauty of Gili Trawangan with a glass-bottom boat. Some of these activities are certainly the favorite activities of the tourists here. You will easily find places to rent snorkeling equipment at affordable prices with your vacation budget, while for diving, Gili Trawangan is a paradise for divers. This beautiful island is almost filled with providers of diving business and diving training with international certification or just for fun. Some of the well-known providers of diving activities on this island include Manta Dive, Blue Marlin, and Lutawala Dive. The underwater charm of the surrounding beaches with thousands of variations of fish is the best spot on the island of Lombok.
Gili Trawangan is famous for its comfort and security, even without the police, the security system on this small island is managed professionally by residents. If it is found that someone has committed a crime, theft, or other tangible activity that directly disturbs the comfort of visitors, the task force or local security officers will take strict action and process the perpetrator to the nearest Police station in Bangsal and put the name of the perpetrator on the Blacklist, a list that prohibits people from entering the area. related to setting foot again on Gili Trawangan for the next 5 years.
Most tourists understand that freshwater for bathing purposes is a rare and expensive item on Gili T, don’t be surprised when you take a shower and the water that comes out of the shower at the hotel where you stay will feel salty and a little sticky. Even the water that comes out of the sink when you brush your teeth will taste salty because it still contains saltwater. However, some 3 and 4-star hotels or other luxury hotel classes such as Villa Ombak also provide fresh water in a tub or bucket for you to rinse and finish your bathing activities.
Although there are no motorized vehicles, the island is equipped with a diesel power plant in the north of the island to supply electricity needs. If you have time to get around the island by bicycle, you will find this power plant just north of the bustling center. And for telecommunications problems, Gili T has been equipped with several BTS from the 3 largest providers in Indonesia to cover your communication needs on Gili Trawangan and its two neighboring dyke namely Gili Meno and Gili Air.