About this Island Explorer
The best of Bali, plus a barefoot island escape
This trip pairs Bali's greatest hits with the castaway calm of the Gili Islands. You start in the beachy south, head up to arty Ubud and its rice terraces, then take a fast boat across to Gili Trawangan — a car-free island of white sand, turquoise water and sea turtles.
We handle the transfers, the fast-boat crossing both ways, your stays and a snorkelling trip around the Gilis. The islands have no cars or motorbikes — you get around on foot, by bicycle or by pony cart, and the pace is gloriously slow.
Perfect for couples and friends who want culture, beaches and proper island time in one trip.
Trip Highlights
Two islands, one unforgettable week
Fast-boat crossing to the car-free Gili Islands
Snorkelling with sea turtles off the Gilis
Sunset at Uluwatu & the sea-temple of Tanah Lot
Ubud's Tegalalang rice terraces & Kintamani volcano
Cycle or pony-cart around Gili Trawangan
Transfers, boat & visa guidance all handled
Trip Gallery
From Bali's temples to Gili's turquoise shallows
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Seven days from South Bali to the Gili Islands
- Arrive at Denpasar, meet our team and transfer to your Seminyak hotel.
- Settle in and head out for sunset at a Seminyak beach club.
- Overnight in South Bali.
- Morning free for the beach or pool.
- Afternoon at Uluwatu Temple for the Kecak fire dance and clifftop views.
- Sunset at Tanah Lot, the temple on a sea rock; overnight in South Bali.
- Drive to Ubud, stopping at the Tegalalang rice terraces.
- Explore the Ubud art market, palace and the Monkey Forest.
- Evening at leisure among Ubud's cafés; overnight in Ubud.
- Drive to Kintamani for views of Mount Batur across the caldera lake, with a coffee-plantation tasting.
- Cool off at the Tegenungan (or Tibumana) waterfall.
- Return to Ubud for the evening; overnight in Ubud.
- Transfer to Bali's east coast and board the fast boat to Gili Trawangan.
- Check in and settle into island pace — no cars, just bicycles and pony carts.
- Sunset from the island's west side, looking back at Bali's Mount Agung; overnight on Gili Trawangan.
- A guided snorkelling trip around the three Gilis — turtle points, coral gardens and a floating swing.
- Free afternoon to cycle the island, laze on the beach or hop to quiet Gili Meno.
- Final island sunset; overnight on Gili Trawangan.
- Morning fast boat back to Bali and transfer to Denpasar airport.
- Trip concludes — two islands, one brilliant week.
What's Included
Transparent pricing — no hidden surprises
- Airport pick-up & drop in Bali
- 6 nights stay — South Bali, Ubud & Gili Trawangan
- Daily breakfast
- Return fast-boat crossing Bali ⇄ Gili
- Private AC car for Bali sightseeing
- Uluwatu, Tanah Lot, Tegalalang & Kintamani tours
- Guided Gili snorkelling trip
- Visa guidance & 24x7 on-trip support
- International airfare (can be added)
- Visa on Arrival fee (paid at the airport)
- Lunches, dinners & personal expenses
- Diving & optional water activities
- Entry tickets not mentioned in inclusions
- GST & TCS as applicable
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Things to Carry
Beach + boat + island essentials
Important Notes
Please read before booking
Boat Crossing: The Bali–Gili fast boat takes ~1.5–2.5 hours and depends on sea conditions. Timings may shift for weather; we build in buffers and keep you updated.
Car-Free Islands: The Gilis have no cars or motorbikes — expect to walk, cycle or take a cidomo (pony cart). Pack light for the island leg.
Visa: Indian travellers get a Visa on Arrival in Bali (paid locally, valid 30 days). We share the process before you fly.
Best Time: April–October gives the calmest, clearest seas for the crossing and snorkelling.
Money: Currency is Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). ATMs on Gili T. can be unreliable — carry enough cash to the islands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book
By fast boat from Bali's east coast (Padang Bai or Serangan), roughly 1.5 to 2.5 hours to Gili Trawangan. The return crossing is included in the package.
It's based on Gili Trawangan, the largest and liveliest of the three, with easy hops to Gili Meno and Gili Air. The islands are car-free — you get around on foot, bicycle or pony cart.
Yes — a snorkelling trip around the Gilis is included, with great chances of swimming alongside sea turtles. Diving and other activities can be added on request.
Indian travellers get a Visa on Arrival in Bali (paid locally). The price is a land-and-boat package and doesn't include international airfare, but we can add flights on request.
April to October, when the seas are calmest and clearest for the boat crossing and snorkelling. We run this trip mainly in that window.
