Can I Touch This Turtle?

Swimming with turtles in the Gili Islands is unforgettable — but should you touch them? Learn why responsible snorkeling matters. Sometimes the best wildlife encounters happen when humans simply observe and respect nature from a distance.

Which Gili Island Is the Best?

Trying to decide which of the Gili Islands is best for your trip? From the busy nightlife and crowds of Gili Trawangan to the trendy café culture of Gili Air and the peaceful simplicity of Gili Meno, each island has its own unique vibe. The real question is not which island is best — but which one feels most like your version of paradise.

Scuba Diving in the Gili Islands: The Complete Guide (2026)

The Gili Islands offer some of the best diving in Southeast Asia. This complete guide covers everything you need to know, from dive sites and courses to marine life, seasons, currents, and how to choose the right dive center for your underwater adventure.

Why Reef-Safe Suncream Matters More Than You Think

Discover why reef-safe suncream matters for protecting coral reefs, sea turtles, and marine life in Indonesia. Learn how small choices — like switching to eco-friendly sunscreen from IWANI
— can help preserve the underwater beauty of the Gili Islands

Eco Diving in Indonesia: Why Sustainable Scuba Diving Matters More Than Ever

Gili Meno is the central Gili and also the smallest and most quiet of the three. Meno isn’t quiet for its lack of beauty because it is arguably the prettiest of the lot. Meno’s beaches rank in the Top 10 of Indonesia’s best beaches with enchanting white sand that continues into the clear waters that surround the island.