The Gili Islands are three small, car free islands off Lombok's north west coast, ringed by beaches and coral reefs. Lombok itself is known as the island of a thousand mosques, with a strong Sasak Muslim culture. The pace is slow: bicycles, horse carts and boats.
A full guide to this place is on its way.
Good to know for Muslim travellers
- Lombok is majority Muslim, and mosques are central to village life.
- On the Gili Islands halal food is easy to find, though some tourist venues serve alcohol.
- There are no cars on the islands; transport is by bicycle or horse cart.
- Friday prayers are held at the islands' mosques.
Best time to visit
The drier months from May to September suit sea trips best.
