From Bali: Gili Islands Private Snorkelling Day Trip
4.8/5 · 242 reviews on GetYourGuide
The Gili Islands are famous for turquoise water, sea turtles and underwater statues. This trip gets you there and back from Bali in a day: a fast boat from Padang Bai, snorkelling from a private boat at several spots and time for lunch and a wander around Gili Trawangan (lunch not included).
Itinerary
- Pickup (if selected) and transfer to Padang Bai
- Fast boat to Gili Trawangan1.5 h
- Safety briefing15 min
- Snorkelling at several spots (Gili Meno and the turtle area on longer options)
- Free time on Gili Trawangan (lunch at your own cost)
- Fast boat back to Bali1.5 h
Practical information
- Duration
- 7–9 hours (without hotel transfer)
- Pickup & start
- With the transfer option, a private car picks you up at your Bali hotel and drives you to Padang Bai. Otherwise meet at the Wannen Bali office in Padang Bai.
- Language
- English
- Group
- Private glass-bottom snorkelling boat
- Difficulty
- Moderate – 1.5 hours by boat each way; you need to swim
- Age
- From 5 years
- Operator
- Blissful Paradise Indonesia
Included
- Private return hotel transfer in Bali (if selected)
- Return public fast boat tickets
- Gili Trawangan harbour tax
- Private glass-bottom snorkelling boat
- Guide, equipment and life jacket
- GoPro photos and videos
- Bottled water
- Insurance
Not included
- Lunch (at your own cost on Gili Trawangan)
- Padang Bai harbour tax (the operator states IDR 20,000–30,000 per person)
- Gili Trawangan island fee IDR 20,000 per person (paid on arrival)
- Personal expenses
What to bring
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- A change of clothes
- Towel
- Cash for the fees
Not suitable for
- Children under 5
- Pregnant women
- People with back or heart problems
- People with mobility impairments
- Non-swimmers
Good to know
- The trip depends on weather and sea conditions.
- Give a WhatsApp number when booking.
- Don't touch, feed or chase turtles, fish or coral.
- It's a long day on boats – if you get seasick, take medication and sit at the back in the middle.
- If you have more time, Gili deserves at least one night.
Cancellation & payment
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund. Reserve now and pay later.
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