TRAVEL GUIDE to the GILI ISLANDS | Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, Gili Meno 🇮🇩

[@twopeasinaplane]

So crisp. So useful. Thanks a ton and thanks Catherine

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Haha Catherine is the best 😂

[@victoriaantsiferova4854]

Such a useful video with lots of helpful details!Wish all the videos on youtube were like yours😍Awesome!!!

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Thank you I’m glad you found it so useful! 👊🫡

[@emmabanks8394]

Can't wait to visit these Islands 😄

[@RyanLeeBanks]

You’re gonna have the best time!

[@Neonblaa]

Awesome Gili T tour, we're going this summer and are definitely trying the subwing thing. Thank you so much!

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Glad you found it useful, I tried to cover everything! You’re going to love Subwinging so much! 😁 enjoy your time there!

[@p.t.3113]

One thing I wanted to say. IF YOU MUST TAKE THE CARRIAGE, HIRE 2 SEPARATE ONES. This will lessen the horse's load because you are spreading it between two carriages. A cidomo ride costs only $7.00. I was in Gili T last month and I so wish that thought had crossed my mind. I would have volunteered to pay for people's rides so they not all cram up in the same cart and add to a horse's already difficult life on the island. Be fair, and be brave, everyone.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

This is great advice! Sometimes it’s difficult to drag a suitcase further into the island around the main road as we found out when my mum visited because the dirt roads aren’t paved, she ended up having to get a horse back with the luggage

[@waelabboud1]

Thank you Ryan, really needed to see this video

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Glad it could be of some use!

[@kerryp3079]

Great info.. such beautiful islands. 🐚

[@RyanLeeBanks]

It really is 😍

[@readerbuzz]

Good grief, how Gili T has changed since my last visit in 1991. Just beach huts and a few restaurants. Great vlog on this amazing island. BAGUS

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Yeah I bet, I would have loved to have seen it back then! Thank you 😁

[@idkreatif8701]

More travelling vlog ryan :} love it

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Thank you! I’ll make more 🥳

[@sonnyday6830]

The other important thing to remember is the mosques on the islands are loud and start early in the morning, best to find accommodation well away from them

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Oh yeah that’s a good point, completely forgot to mention that!

[@yazzy360]

It’s important to acknowledge Indonesia is a Muslim majority country, I understand you don’t want to be woken up early but the culture and religious practice should be respected. “Well away from them” is a bit insensitive… 😅

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Hey Yasmin! I see your point, maybe “well away from them” seems a bit insensitive to you but I don’t think it disrespects the religion. Although, yes, Indonesia is a majority Muslim country, most tourists are not, and would likely want to stay “well away from the mosques”. It’s nothing about disrespect to the religious practice, but just that tourists wouldn’t want to be woken up at 4am every morning if they can help it, when I book accommodation in the Gili’s it’s 100% something I factor into my location decision, so it’s definitely worth mentioning 😁

[@almiralarassanti3343]

bisa bisanya aku yang orang Indonesia malah nonton video panduan dari orang luar untuk eksplor Indonesia

[@loksagar1]

Hi, i dont know swimming, shall i do snorkelling,sub winging and other under waterrides with the help of divers?? Pls let me know

[@RyanLeeBanks]

The snorkel tours usually offer life jackets if you want to use one :)

[@hendrikdevries9725]

Perfect, I'm there in early June!

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Enjoy your time there mate!

[@apacher1946]

really interesting to watch your vlog... congrats

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@robertsaxon2383]

Just found your vids mate 👍 great info . Will take my family there . Cheers 🍻 😊

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Thanks mate! Hope you guys have a good time! 👏

[@wellyatomy9472]

Selamat datang di Indonesia

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Makasih! Saya tinggal di Indonesia untuk 1 tahun sekarang 🥳

[@bethanewright]

Perfect timing. I’m going this weekend ☺️

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Now you know exactly what to do 🥳🥳

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Also, have a great time 😁

[@bethanewright]

@@RyanLeeBanks thanks! Rewatching for a reminder on some rough prices for water activities 😂

[@jhonytrawangan1957]

Amazing vidio

[@SakreCubes]

Not of one the best - but the best video about Gili Tour. Kudos to your effort

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Aww thanks! I tried to put in as much information to this video as I can!

[@anamagalhaes7571]

Muito bom 😊👏👏👏

[@marouanbaamel9682]

Thank you so much appreciated

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Anytime 😁

[@vagabondslair6102]

As you said at the start this is the best video I found on internet for Gili guide. You covered everything.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

That was definitely the plan! Glad you found it useful 😁🥳

[@hriecuador4045]

Broo this is a great video, do you knwo if is possible to do a full day trip from Bali to Gili snorkeling at the statues and go back to bali ?

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Glad it can be of use to you mate! Unfortunately not mate, the boats don’t run that way, you could maybe do it if you hired a private speedboat and left Bali really early and got back really late but you’d be looking around $800-1000 for the speedboat!

[@setupatel1653]

Great information..we are planning according to your suggestion

[@ebubekirerdem1724]

Which part of Gili T would you recomend to stay with kids? We want actually relax at a nice beach and swim. Or would you recomend Meno or Air?

[@adityasinghbisht13]

Awesome videos. Such a detailed itenary. Really appreciate the work

[@RaqueuCarvalho]

What is the quality of the beaches? Does the sand and the has garbage or coral rocks? I was looking for a nice white sandy beach with blue crystal waters where we could relax and enjoy the beach.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

The beaches are good! A lot of them are coral beaches so it could hurt your feet in some areas but you’ll definitely get the blue crystal waters, the weather will be great and you’ll definitely be able to relax! As for garbage, there isnt a lot in the Gili’s but at the end of the day it’s south east Asia so there’s going to be some washing up here or there

[@MatthewHenss]

I am in the Gili Islands right now, and this video is absolutely 100% useful and accurate. Thank you.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@ricfunstonjourney]

The most comprehensive guide on the internet on GilI islands but you’ve never spent any time on Meno , lol

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I’ll have you know I’ve spent all of 30 minutes on Meno walking around the salt lake 🤣

[@lizzytheepiclizardgibb9571]

Is it possible to do Gili T in a day? I know I’d probably want to stay longer than that but at the moment I’m only doing Seminyak, Canggu, Uluwatu and Ubud

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I mean you could but you wouldn’t be there very long because to the boat times, you’d arrive around 12pm and then the last boat back to mainland Bali is at 3pm-ish 🙃

[@vinicri]

Do you recommend going to Lombok? I didn’t find much about, which makes me think there’s not much to see. But if yes, how many days to see the best attractions?

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I haven’t been but everyone I’ve spoken to loved it!

[@lilynguyen2382]

Great video. Thank you for the info. I want to book with eka jaya but there’s more than one website with their logo to book the ferry. Is one a scam or are they all the same?

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I think there’s only one Eka Jaya website that I know of, then a few comparison websites too, sort of like booking.com. But we just booked through the official website 😊

[@kenkutsch]

Hello. I've lived in Gili Trawangan since 2016. I own Deep House Bungalows. Your information about our horses is TOTALLY INCORRECT. We have a foundation that takes care of our horses controlling their diets, work hours and health. They are checked monthly by a veterinarian. Take a close look at our horses compared to Lombok horses and you will see a huge difference. You should do better research before you make such negative statements about the Gili islands.

[@soulconnection285]

Hi, I am going to gili T next month. Could you please let me know how to go Nusa penida from gili T directly

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I’ve never done this before but you can check on the Eka Jaya website and see if you can change your departing destination to Nusa Penida!

[@thanhtung9592]

Thank for your recommendation , it is so helpful to us . We have plan to go there next month

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Glad it could be useful for you! 😁

[@isratjahanjui4614]

I love Indonesia ❤❤

[@aslioz7326]

Which one is the best you think for swimming and nice beach? I am looking for a part where tge sea wouldn’t be rough and hurt the feet. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Hi! They all have swimming and nice beaches! The roughness of the sea and current strengths just depend on the day 😁 it more depends on what you’re looking for from the island other than beaches!

[@aslioz7326]

@@RyanLeeBanks Well we are a group with divers and lazy ones who want to enjoy the sea and swim, suntan while waiting our diver friends. So which one is good for diving? And which one is good for swimming? Is there an island for both? Thank you sooo much 🙏🏻💕

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Well for diving they are all next to each other, the dive sites are the same from any island you go to so the island you decide to stay on doesn’t effect the diving. Like I said the swimming is good on all the islands so if you’re looking for a more chilled atmosphere then probably Gili Air

[@aslioz7326]

@@RyanLeeBanks Thank you very much 🌸

[@MstSonali-p7t]

WELCOME TO BANGLADESH COX bazar travel

[@katichannel9920]

Oke bro. ♥️👍🙏🇮🇩

[@AbdulAziz-gl3pz]

Thanks for come to my island gili trawangan and i am guide for snorkeling

[@RyanLeeBanks]

That’s awesome bro!

[@crypticcomputing604]

Hey, how can I contact you? Any website? Thanks!

[@unzerocube]

Watching this video excaclty at Kardia :)

[@crypticcomputing604]

How do you bring suitcase by bycicle?...

[@janinebriner8504]

Thanks for encouraging tourists not to use the horses!

[@rogerchadwick3452]

Oh c'mon...the most 'comprehensive' review of the Gilli islands and you don't even go to Meno, which is the most beautiful of the islands, and the most representative of the Bali vibe ..Trawangan is more like Benidorm....

[@RyanLeeBanks]

And that’s your opinion 😁

[@yuriegpa614]

Great video love it. Thanks a lot Ryan

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Thanks! Hope you have a great time there 😁

[@brothersman524]

I went to Gili Islands twice - once from Bali and once from Lombok. The Gili Islands were good but I think there are better Gili Islands off SW Lombok that I have visited

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Oh awesome! I’ve had a few friends head to the alternate Gili islands but I’ve never had the pleasure of visiting myself unfortunately!

[@brothersman524]

@@RyanLeeBanks Yes Gili Sudak, Gili Kedia and Gili Nanggu are much nicer IMO but I did enjoy the 3 main Gili Islands though

[@Mannanyo8]

@@brothersman524 hey im planning to go to lombok, first fly to lombok and do the gili islands, we dont like crowds but me and my parents want the same quality of snorkeling and beauty, what do you recommend?

[@brothersman524]

@@Mannanyo8 Maybe do a day trip to Gili Islands by hiring a private boat (might be a bit more expensive) and do it at your own leisure and stay in Lombok preferably around Senggigi

[@Mannanyo8]

@@brothersman524 ok thank u very much, is the snorkeling in gili good or too crowded?

[@Paloview]

great videoo, so informative!!!

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Glad you found it useful!

[@airbornemike380]

Love the video but if you don't mind.... just a hint. Don't hold your mic. It looks so amateur, wrong and just lazy. Place it on the table, get it out of the frame. Simple. Looks so much better and a lot more professional and planned. Other than that, great video🙂 just hide the mic next time😉

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Unfortunately I don’t own a boom pole to boom the mic, it’s pretty bulky to travel with 🤣

[@tomaszczapla9164]

Hi! I really like your video, a lot information…. I want to go to Gili from Bali and stay one night there… Do you think is possible go to Lombok or it’s too far do it in one day? Can you give me advice how much I should take a cash per day or maybe I can pay everywhere by card???

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Hey dude! Glad you liked the bid! You can definitely stay one night in Gili but I would recommend more, the way the boats work you would arrive there at like 2pm and then would have to leave at 10am the next morning most likely! You can go to Lombok, from the Gili’s it’s only 20 minutes on a boat! Depends how much you’re planning to spend mate, but I’d take around $50 per day in cash just in case, although some places will take card

[@mariannelummus5592]

Hi I'm wondering if they check your vaccination card to get to the gilli Islands. Bali only requires 2 doses of the vaccine but I'm wondering if the gili islands requires a booster?

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I’m pretty sure they don’t check anymore, and I’d they do you definitely only need 2! But last time I went they didn’t check, granted it was a while ago now but I haven’t heard of restrictions being put back in place!

[@sowjanyakasturi7524]

Hi, thank you for the video. Could you please share the links through which we can book snorkelling activity in gili islands?

[@RyanLeeBanks]

We booked them directly with the agencies on the island, we didn’t pre book :)

[@vijayraina874]

How many usd dollars will be required for couples to stay there for 15 days? Only for food and travel expenses

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Hey! It literally depends on your travel style, what kind of place to you to stay in and what kind of food you want to eat. If you stay in a hostel and eat local food it can be as cheap as $30/day, or you can stay in a villa and eat western food and pay $100/night

[@abhigyankola6239]

Thanks man. I'm going there next week and this helped me a lot in preparing my iternary

[@chetnapunj6793]

From which site we should book ferry tickets from padang to gili

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I booked them directly through the Eka Jaya website :)

[@papi8659]

If the boat's overbooked , insist on a free transfer to the next boat .... don't pay again, don't be silly

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Sure that idea sounds great in theory, and they will transfer to the next boat, but the next boat is the next day so you also need to pay for extra accommodation and food while you’re not stuck on the island

[@elenascaglia6344]

Good job Ryan

[@RyanLeeBanks]

😘😘😘😘

[@subtitlingwithclaudia]

We're ready for some island life 🏝

[@RyanLeeBanks]

You better get your tooshy over here then

[@lombokpropertyinvestmentlo7324]

Again you don't appear to have done your research on transport options to and from the Gili's from Lombok. There is a government run speed boat that goes from lombok to all 3 islands and well as between the 3 islands. This price is 85,000RP.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Yes I mentioned the public transport boat in the video I believe, and I got all my prices for the boats from someone living and working on the Gili Islands 😁

[@lombokpropertyinvestmentlo7324]

@@RyanLeeBanks yes you mentioned the public transport boats...nut you didn't mention the government fast boat that goes from bangsal to all 3 Gili islands that costs 86,000RP.

[@mishamathai1911]

Out of these 3 Gili islands, where did u find the best snorkelling?

[@RyanLeeBanks]

The snorkel tours usually take you to all three islands :)

[@worldmyempire]

Do you know how to get from Gilli Trawangan to Nusa lembangon ? Also do you recommend getting tickets beforehand from eka jaya or can you get tickets when you get there at the port.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Heya! I’ve never tried doing that route, maybe there’s a direct boat from the Gili’s to Lembongan, I don’t know? Otherwise you may either have to go Gili’s -> Bali -> Lembongan or another one might be Gili’s -> Nusa Penida -> Lembongan. Definitely book in advance, the boats do sell out quite often so there’s a high chance if you try to buy at the port there are no tickets left

[@worldmyempire]

@@RyanLeeBanks Thank you for answering !! I was searching the fast boat tickets online yesterday and most definitely these tickets sell quick. I booked in advance. Thanks

[@davidpenlington2753]

the poor horses been there seen it. Man it was hot when we were there.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Yeah exactly, the weather alone doesn’t make it a great work environment for horses

[@PadheLikheLog]

Hi I m travelling in June with my family (wife and 9 yr old kid)👨‍👩‍👧 Can u help me choose b/w Nusa islands or Gilli Islands? 🤷‍♂️ I am planning a 2 day stay on either of those, which one will u recommend I am going for around 10 day bali trip, not sure if its possible to cover both places

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Hi! It depends what you’re looking for in a trip! The Nusa’s are closer so will take up less time. Lembongan has some island life vibes and Penida has awesome cliffs and beaches. The Gili islands is a different sort of vibe with amazing coral reefs and a relaxing scene. It’s up to you!

[@PadheLikheLog]

@@RyanLeeBanks thank u but u have confused me more 😅

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Pick the place that looks the best to you, they both offer different things 🤣

[@wilsonwombat3456]

So glad I visited these islands in the ‘80’s, so quiet and friendly back then. Gillie Meno was the best.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Can imagine it was super peaceful back then 🤯

[@wilsonwombat3456]

@@RyanLeeBanks Gillie T was a party island back then as well with a tenth of the infrastructure, mainly on the east side. There was 9 beach shacks on Gillie Meno and one shop. I paid $5aud a day which included meals. Very peaceful.

[@rgg3317]

حي ذا العين ، شرحت كل شيء

[@JM32023]

Thank you for the great info. Day tour from Lombok to those 3 islands. Is it plenty of time to wonder or better stay in one of those islands for a few days?

[@RyanLeeBanks]

If you leave early from Lombok and get back late - and you’re not planning on doing too much snorkelling or diving - then yes I think a day trip from Lombok would be enough 😁 if you want a more relaxing holiday with more snorkelling then yes a few days would be better!

[@JM32023]

@@RyanLeeBanks thank you fyi

[@shaneguerin8234]

Great Vlog Man !! I look forward to my first Trip !! 🙏😎👌🏝

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I hope I was able to help you out!

[@heritagetv101]

There are very few KZbinrs I follow seriously. And, you’re one of them.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Ah that means a lot! I’ll keep trying to push out content that you want to watch 🙌🤜🤛

[@HarpreetSingh-st6ix]

How is it with suit cases when travelling from Bali to the Gili islands. Is there room on the ferry?

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Yeah it’s fine on the ferry they put all big cases and bags up on the top deck, it can be hard to walk with suitcases if you’re not staying in the main road and aren’t going to use a horse!

[@HarpreetSingh-st6ix]

@@RyanLeeBanks Sweet thanks mate.

[@mikepeterson443]

Is this where Giligan was stranded after a "three hour tour"?😆

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Possibly, I wouldn’t know 🤣🤣

[@lombokpropertyinvestmentlo7324]

You really need to 'do your research on how the horse and cart drivers treat their horses. You are absolutely 100% INCORRECT. and its uninformed misguided comments like yours that give these guys a bad name. You claim to have done your research....apparently and clearly you haven''t.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I was on the island as I watch a horse faint from exhaustion because it hadn’t had enough to drink and had been working too hard. Even if that happens once it’s one too many times and I saw it with my own eyes. My research in this comes first hand and from what I’ve seen the horses need to be treated better 100%

[@lombokpropertyinvestmentlo7324]

@@RyanLeeBanks I go-to Gili trawangan at least 3 x a week. The information portrayed in this guys video is wrong and incorrect. How.do you know the horses collapsed due.to exhaustion or not enough to drink? Are you a vet? Did you follow those horses around all day. You went to gili t for 10minutes and all.of a sudden you're an expert

[@RyanLeeBanks]

That’s okay, I’m not gonna argue with you, it’s an opinion I’ve formed on the basis of what I’ve experienced and seen as well as information gathered from friends. People that watch this video can go and see for themselves and form their own views and opinions from what they see, that’s the beauty of the world 😊

[@lombokpropertyinvestmentlo7324]

@@RyanLeeBanks Fair enough. But when makes wrong and misleading statements about where I live it should be pointed out

[@viktors.4143]

We are happy to go back to quiet Bali. It's impossible to sleep on Gili Air .. even with ear plugs 😢.. every morning before 5am somebody is crying everybody out of the bed... relaxing.. enjoying the Island is impossible after that nearly one hour torture 🤕

[@RyanLeeBanks]

It’s definitely not for everyone! But you can always stay on the quieter parts of the island 😁

[@nickm9922]

The morning mosque wake-up is a proper gili experience. Bad sleep gives you more reason to lay lazy on the beach or at the pool in the afternoon with a bintang 😂

[@shubhamvashisht8347]

Best information available thank you

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Thank you! That’s what I wanted it to be 😁

[@dom77inique]

Where to go to do sub winging????????

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I put the contact in the description

[@flaviomariadigiuseppe6413]

Do you think it is enough 2/3 days to explore the Gili?

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Hey! Yeah for sure if you just want to see it and don’t plan on relaxing too much! I’ve been there from Friday to Sunday many times! 😁 You can spend morning on day 1 on a snorkel tour, then explore Gili T in the afternoon have some drinks in the evening, then morning day 2 can be spent exploring Gili Air and Meno, then you have the afternoon to you what you want!

[@payalkalhan7338]

Best brief available on internet.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Glad to have that title! 🥳

[@agussopian2093]

Try waterpal and river in sumba

[@RyanLeeBanks]

I’d love to go to Sumba!

[@Ayush_Kumar_youtube]

As a solo traveller who only stays in hostels I would never recommend mad monkey. Stayed there for 9 days in Thailand... Its always crowded since it has capacity of 80-100 beds, cant even have a decent convo with all the music playing. Will be going to Gili T at end of month, I will definitely go check check whether MM here has the same commercialized vibe.

[@rohit7walvekar]

Hey, did you stay at MM in Gili T ? We have booked our stay there for next month. Your feedback will be really helpful!

[@Ayush_Kumar_youtube]

@@rohit7walvekar you are in for a lot of disappointed. Are you travelling solo or as a couple or group of guys. I will advise you accordingly

[@rohit7walvekar]

I am traveling with my wife. What stuff let you down ?

[@Ayush_Kumar_youtube]

@@rohit7walvekar Gili T hostels get too wild to be staying there with your wife. I mean you won't be participating in any hostel games or activities or clubs at 1 am and would be watching from a distance. If u decide to participate "properly", you can expect any random gora to touch or feel your wife during activities. Hence I will recommend you to book a respectable hotel.

[@Ayush_Kumar_youtube]

@@rohit7walvekar And if budget is issue, book the house hostel. It's not a party hostel, it's very calm and peaceful and you wouldn't meet any rowdy tourists.

[@catherinefinneren5358]

you're welcome 😇

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Thanks baby cakes! ♥️

[@Mikey-935]

Thanks Catherine!

[@ydeepak73]

Do not choose samaya one boat, we came with that boat it's wrost experience. Ek Jaya is best.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Good to know! I’ve only ever been on Eka Jaya and Ostina!

[@jonathanwalmsley8241]

Tool

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Spanner? Drill? Hammer? Which one? 😁

[@jonathanwalmsley8241]

Just a large tool

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Like a whacker? Or bore piler? Maybe a JCB?

[@RadenDen-nq5rb]

Gili bad and no biutiful

[@RyanLeeBanks]

Okay 😂😂

[@satantakemydog]

Ни слова про Мено и Эйр. Хотя название вроде на это намекает.

[@RyanLeeBanks]

You can apply most things to the other Gili’s too!