Known as the “Big Island,” Gili Gede features beautiful viewpoints, deserted beaches, and hidden coves. The largest of the South Gilis, Gili Gede, is an idyllic home base to explore the South West Lombok area. All transport is by horse-drawn buggy operated by friendly locals inhabiting five cozy villages. If you’re looking for a real and secluded island paradise, Gili Gede is a place for you.
Snorkeling and diving in Gili Gede are top-notch activities, and nearby Desert Point on the mainland provides a sweet surfing spot with gentle breaking waves. One of the narrowest livable islands in Indonesia, Gili Gede, hosts only about 5,000 tourists annually. With Mount Rinjani and Mount Agung both visible on a clear day, adding special magic to island hopping here.
Gili Gede island features only a necessary tourist infrastructure, a few paved roads, no traffic, and just a few restaurants and resorts. If you’re looking to explore the hidden treasures of the island, rent a bicycle and get lost in paradise. Gili Gede offers an authentic local lifestyle, where locals are friendly and simple, living off fishing and pearl farming.
