Gili Trawangan, the largest of the three Gili islands, is a tropical paradise situated off the north-west coast of Lombok, a few degrees from the famous Wallace line which runs through the Lombok Straits - the sea dividing the islands of Bali and Lombok.

Due to the abundance of marine life, Trawangan is a divers’ destination. Numerous dive businesses and local shops dot the "commercial strip" - an area of about 1500 metres in length on the south-east side of the island. Bars, internet cafes and plenty of restaurants tempt divers and diners alike. Gaze at the ocean and the formidable Mount Rinjani, Lombok’s famous volcano whilst enjoying an ice-cold cocktail. Transport on the island is either by foot, bicycle, horseback or "cidomo" (pony & cart).   More photos