Gili Islands Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Gili Islands
Lombok's most popular tourist destination, the Gili Islands (or just the Gilis) came to the attention of the wider world as a backpacker mecca in the 1980s and 1990s. This is still true to some extent, and the islands are still a fixture on theBanana Pancake Trail. But times are changing, and there are now a range of accommodation options on the islands to suit different levels of comfort and budget, especially so on Gili Trawangan. There are increasing numbers of westerners living on the Gilis, and operating businesses ranging from dive companies to resorts. There is a strong environmental focus as the reefs have been very damaged in the past. While people used to come to dive, snorkel and party, the islands have become more and more popular among more upmarket tourists, honeymooners and
Top Attractions in Gili Islands
Explore the best things to see and do in Gili Islands:
- ★Gili Meno Bird Park
- ★Sunset on the hill
- ★Turtle sanctuary
Gili Islands Travel Guide Sections
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