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June and July are festival months on the Gili Islands! It is a perfect time to visit and be part of the Gili Bankit and Slow Food and Yoga Festival which is taking place on Gili Air. Learn about new cuisines, try new foods and immerse yourself in tradition and culture. Take time and enjoy the many yoga practices offered around the island.
Juni dan Juli adalah bulan festival di Kepulauan Gili!
The Festival program is available in this issue with outlines of how the festivals will be organized and where you can go to make the most of this fun-filled month.
Mempelajari tentang masakan baru, maupun mencoba makanan baru serta menyatukan diri anda dalam tradisi dan budaya di sini, sambil meluangkan waktu dan menikmati pelatihan yoga yang ditawarkan di sekitar pulau.
We meet interesting islanders along the way and Sonteng, an iconic Traditional Bamboo Tattooist, shared his life with us. We loved his photoshoot so much, we decided to feature him on the front cover. We follow the People of Gilis in a series about residents of the islands who make up this fascinating destination. From restaurants to resorts, activities to conservation, we provide all you need to know to have an enjoyable and adventurous stay! Editor Gillian Mc Kinon
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Ini merupakan waktu yang tepat untuk dapat mengunjungi pulau tersebut dan ikut serta menjadi bagian dari kegiatan seperti Gili Bangkit dan Slow Food juga Yoga Festival yang berlangsung di Gili Air.
Program Festival tersedia dalam edisi ini dengan garis besar tentang bagaimana festival akan diselenggarakan dan ke mana anda dapat memanfaatkan waktu sebaikbaiknya dibulan yang penuh dengan keceriaan ini. Kami bertemu penduduk pulau yang menarik di sepanjang jalan pulau dan Sonteng, seorang pembuat tato bambu tradisional yang sudah dikenal, akan berbagi cerita tentang kehidupannya dengan kami. Kami sangat menyukai dan menikmati terlebih saat pemotretan berlangsung, dan akhirnya kami memutuskan untuk menampilkannya sebagai sampul depan majalah kami. Kami mengikuti masyarakat Gili dalam setiap rangkaian langkahnya, baik tentang penduduk di pulau-pulau ini hingga terbentuknya kepulauan ini menjadi suatu destinasi yang menakjubkan ini. Dari liputan mengenai restaurant, resort sampai kegiatan konservasi, kami menyediakan semua yang perlu Anda ketahui untuk mendapatkan pengalaman menginap di kepulauan ini dengan menyenangkan dan penuh petualangan! Lyly Sri Haryati Bahasa Indonesian translation.
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS JUNE 2019 ISSUE No. 57
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Editor
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Destinations
12 - Getting There 15 - Culture & History 16 - Gili Trawangan 18 - Gili Meno 20 - Gili Air 24 - Lombok
26 Activities
26 - Scuba Diving 28 - Snorkelling 29 - Freediving 30 - Other Watersports 34 - Other Land Activities 36 - Yoga 38 - Spa
32 SPECIES
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Species of the month
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People of Gili
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Gililife Pull-Out
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Article: Festivals
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Gili Zoom
56 - Bel Air 58 - Meno Dive Club 60 - CozyBaze 62 - Gili Shark Conservation
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SLOW FOOD & YOGA FESTIVAL
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NGO's and Charities
Image @fireflightyoga
Events Calendar
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71 Contributors 72 Gili Foods 73 Recipe 75 Games
76 Maps
76 - Gili Trawangan 77 - Gili Meno 78 - Gili Air 79 - Lombok
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THIS IS LIFE FESTIVAL 9 Gililife
GILI ART
MEET
Traditional bamboo tattoo artistry originated near Cambodia during the Khmer period, around 3000 years ago. The art was refined by monks in Buddhist Temples and the practice spread throughout Asia to Indonesia. At the time, tattoos were unique to the wearer and each artwork represented something meaningful. Gililife 10
Tattoos were considered blessings from the Gods for strength, protection and courage. One of Gili Islands most charismatic personalities is Sonteng, a traditional bamboo tattoo artist, who resides between Gili Meno and Gili Air. Sontengs’ artwork is forged from centuries of ancestral sacred
knowledge and receiving a tattoo from him, bears with it, inherent symbolisms of ancient history and blessings. The moment you lay eyes on Sonteng, you are acutely aware that you are engaging with an extraordinary soul. His warm generous smile, the distinct twinkle in his eyes, his unique attire, striking jewelry and his body tattoos are a lot to absorb in a glance, so one needs more time, just to take it all in. Sonteng instantly made me feel at home and I noticed that he laughs easily. So, we chatted for a while‌.
Born in Mataram to a Balinese family, Sonteng grew up with his father who was an artist working with wood, statues and paintings. His grandfather and father were both traditional bamboo tattoo artists, so Sonteng cultivated his craft naturally from generations of ancestral artistry. With his fathers’ love and support, Sonteng’s confidence grew and at the tender age of 15 or 16 years, he accomplished his very first tattoo. His art took him to Bali and it was in Kuta, Ubud, Candidasa and Lovinia, where he worked on people and made a name for himself. A friend invited him to Germany, and he spent a year working in a challenging market, gaining knowledge and building a good reputation.
He returned to Germany for six months at a time for many years and his favourite memory is of an international tattoo convention he attended. Ninety-nine artists from around the world worked together. It was here he realized his unique style, which is to draw freehand on the body, and not rely on a stencil. “With freehand, you see the object, you touch and feel the volume of the body and you decide where the lines are to go. The line of the body guides me. I work with the body, not just the picture or the object. The left and right side of the body are so different. When you draw, you can see that it is not balanced, so I work on balancing the picture,” he explains. Due to his personal style, Sonteng is regarded as an icon in the tattoo industry. He later moved to Senggigi and opened a tattoo painting studio in the area. In 1989, Sonteng moved his work to Bangsal Harbour where he reminds us, “There was no electricity, no buildings, no neighbours, just the beach and rice fields, but it was closer to the Gilis,” he smiles. Memories of how this move impacted his life, is not lost in his expression. Later, Gili Trawangan became his second home. A reminder of the days when there were only two bungalows on Gili Trawangan and no electricity, only tropical land and white beaches. It sounds idyllic as he sets the scene. Sonteng now resides and works on Gili Meno, the quieter of the three islands and often visits his son, Baba, on Gili Air. Baba, also a well-known tattoo artist shares his studio with his father. They are situated upstairs opposite Warung Kampung, where I went to meet him again and observe him at work. The studio resembles a shrine to ancient art and culture. It is in this sacred space, that I find my friend who is receiving her tattoo. Sonteng sits cross legged throughout the procedure and after drawing the picture freehand, he begins his work. His bamboo stick is festooned with bells and tassels, each accessory
meaningful and symbolic. Beside him sits a small pot of ink which he uses to dip the point and transfer the ink to the body. As he works, his stick comes alive with quick movements and the bells jingle to his rhythm. The scene is mesmerizing. Hours later, Sonteng is finished. He lovingly cleans the area, lights an incense stick and for a moment silently leans over his art and blesses the tattoo. This traditional method allows the body to heal quickly, with very little redness and trauma to the skin. It is ideal for visitors who want to return to the ocean in a hurry, with only two to four days to wait, depending on the size of the piece. Sonteng muses
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TATTOOS ARE THE ONLY THING YOU TAKE WITH YOU WHEN YOU DIE. YOU CANNOT TAKE YOUR NICE HOUSE AND CAR, BUT YOU CAN TAKE YOUR ART! I WANT TO MAKE PEOPLE HAPPY!
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and he does. Once you meet Sonteng, you are forever changed…… literally! Sonteng can be found on Gili Meno and if you are lucky on Gili Air. He is contactable on Facebook: @Sonteng Tattoo on Gili Meno and Instagram: @sontenglombok Here you can also view his spectacular artwork. 11 Gililife
GET THERE
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BALI
GILI TRAWANGAN
GILI MENO
GILI AIR BANGSAL
TELUK NARAK UBUD
CANDIDASA SENGGIGI
PADANG BAI
LOMBOK
DENPASAR AMPENAN
SANUR
MATARAM
SEMINYAK KUTA
NUSA LEMBONGAN SERANGAN
LEMBAR SOUTHERN GILIS
DENPASAR AIRPORT
NUSA CENINGAN
BENOA
PRAYA AIRPORT
NUSA PENIDA
NUSA DUA ULUWATU
GETTING THERE TRANSPORT TO AND FROM THE GILIS
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FERRY
AIRPLANE
HELICOPTER
Several fast boat companies operate from various ports in Bali and offer a free transfer from your hotel to the boarding point, depending on your location. Ocean crossing times depend on weather conditions (around 1hr to 2hr). For fast boat companies, see directory.
The ferry departs regularly from Padang Bai in Bali, with the first ferry departing at 8am and arrives at the port of Lembar in Lombok. From Lembar take a taxi or shuttle to get to Bangsal port. The ferry crossing takes approximately 5-8hr, and 2hr for the taxi or shuttle from Lembar to Bangsal.
Take a flight to the international airport in Lombok Praya, get to Bangsal port (around 2hr) by taxi and book a boat from the port office to The Gilis.
Air Bali offers this service. You can book your flight online. The heliport is based at Benoa, Bali and will take you to the largest of the three Gili Islands- Gili Trawangan (around 45 min). Your booking includes transportation to the heliport in Benoa.
For online bookings: gilibookings.com baliekajaya.com kudahitamexpress.com
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International Flights: Air Asia - Silk Air Domestic Flights: Garuda Indonesia, Wings Air Lion Air, Batik Air
QUICK&EASY Find boat schedules & weather conditions for the Gili Islands
More information at www.airbali.com
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Islands Northwest of Lombok, three little peanuts, three different ambiances, three discernible flavours. You're on the Gili Islands!
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YOU ARE ON THE GILI ISLANDS
CULTURE & HISTORY
The three Gili Islands, composed of Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air, are located off the northwest coast of Lombok. In Sasak language, "gili" means "small island". There are more than 30 Gilis around Lombok, but Trawangan, Meno and Air are by far the most frequently visited. Because of their proximity to the equator, they have a tropical climate throughout the year with an average air temperature of 28C and water temperatures ranging from 26 to 29C. The rainy season runs from November to April and the dry season from May to October. The Gilis bathe in the Bali Sea at the convergence of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, and enjoy a drier micro-climate than the rest of Indonesia due in part to the fact that they are situated between two great volcanoes - Mount Rinjani on Lombok and Mount Agung on Bali.
Like the majority of the Lombok community, the inhabitants of the Gili Islands are primarily Muslim and each island has a mosque(s) emitting sounds of live prayer five times daily. Bahasa Indonesia is the national language spoken which unites all of the country’s islands but Gili locals speak 'Sasak Gili Air' which is slightly different to 'Sasak Lombok'. About 200 years ago, fishermen from Sulawesi of Makassar, Bugis and Mandar ethnicities arrived on the Gili Islands. They began to settle temporarily because of the abundance of fish in the sea and the presence of fresh water on Gili Air and at that time, sectioning off a bit of land with string was enough to claim it.
These otherwise nomadic people began to settle on the Gilis and cultivate the land, planting peanuts, tapioca and corn whilst continuing their tradition of fishing. They sold and exchanged their produce in the markets of Lombok and also traded portions of their land for livestock, rice and other much needed items not native to the islands. Coconut palms are indigenous to the Gilis while mango, banana and papaya trees have been introduced over the years. The first Western traveller to set foot on the Gili Islands came in 1984 to Gili Air. By the mid 1990’s Bali had gained international recognition as a travel destination and the Gilis began to be known as an off-the-beatentrack paradise escape. Today, the Gili Islands are flourishing and are attracting all types of visitors from every corner of the globe. Over time, the people of the Gili Islands have adapted to a multitude of changes and cultural immersions, but have managed to maintain their cultural identity. Historically the people here have seen their days of hardship when during WWII, Lombok and the Gili Islands were occupied by Japanese forces. The islands were used to contain prisoners of war and the locals endured forced labour. A hill situated on the south of Trawangan was used as a lookout post and today remnants of the bunker still remain. Trawangan derived it's name from the Indonesian word "terowongan" meaning "tunnels" of which a network were dug by the occupying forces. The holes have since been filled in.
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GILI TRAWANGAN
THE UNFORGETTABLE ISLAND OF FASHION & FUN
TRAWANGAN When you hear about Gili T you probably also hear the words "party island" yeah? Thought we should just address that straight away! Gili T gained this title because it is the largest of the three northern Gili Islands with the most development, hence it offers the greatest abundance of everything - including nightlife. There are fantastic parties every night of the week that attract large crowds of people from all different walks of life and every corner of the globe. Nightly features start with a sizzling local food market and advance into live music, beach parties and DJ's. There's also the option of watching movies screened at an open air beach "theatre." The rumoured growth of Trawangan from
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a backpacker island into something of a glam island is supported by the unveiling of new upscale boutiques, restaurants, resorts, spas, and now a heli-pad, however, it remains a hub of charm for a wide spectrum of travellers. It's an iconic island of variety with numerous options for every budget/lifestyle for eating, sleeping, entertainment and activities. Luxury Villas abound and less expensive accommodation is available for the budget traveller. Gili T has extraordinarily beautiful beaches and shimmering ocean waters of crystal-clear visibility for diving and snorkelling. This island boasts some of the finest coral gardens and the widest range of dive centers with the best socializing opportunities.
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Although it is predominately known as a party island, Gili T has much more to it and venturing away from the densely developed east coast, you can find a plethora of vacant beaches. Renting a bicycle is a great way to see the island, bearing in mind there are some sandy patches! Seeing how life works here can be eyeopening, its not an escape from reality, just a slightly different one, but understandably surreal none the less! There are several conservation organisations based here including Gili Eco Trust, The Gili Shark Foundation, Cats of Gili and Horses of Gili. For getting involved in beach clean ups visit one of the dive centres on the island, make your vacation meaningful by giving back to the island! As you may know - there is no motorized transport on the Gilis and what a soothing break that can be! Surfing is popular off the south and it's not unwise to speak to locals about the break. For a supreme viewpoint walk up the hill on the south that was previously used as a lookout during WW II.
GILI ONE RESORT
See page 76 for locations
MANTA DIVE • Daily Fun Dives & Courses: Beginner-Instructor & Tech • Multi-Lingual Instructors & Dive Guides • Boutique Tropical Accommodation • Waterfront Restaurant • Alive & Kicking Since 1998
A beautiful paradise on Gili Trawangan! Your home away from home. Ten wellappointed bungalows and two VIP suites overlook a cool pool. Just a 5 minute walk to white sandy beaches.
www.manta-dive.com www.manta-dive-giliair.com
Email: gilioneresort@gmail.com
LUTWALA DIVE & BUNGALOWS - Fun Dives, Try Dives, PADI Courses - Max. 4 people per group - Multi-Lingual Instructors & Guides - 3* Bungalows, Superb Cafe & Beach Bar - Small, tight-knit family atmosphere on quiet North-side FB: @lutwaladive Email: lutwaladive@gmail.com Tel.+62 877 6549 2615
FB: @gilioneresort
BANANA LEAF RESORT Relax, you are in the heart of sunny paradise! Enjoy privacy and comfort, we will take care of you!
FB: @bananaleaf2 Tel. +62 821 4430 0041
Email: bananaleafresort@gmail.com
Tel. +62 896 1O27 33 26 Email. info@giliroasthouse.com JL. Bintang Laut (Behind Art Market), Gili Trawangan
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THE SPIRITUAL & RELAXING ISLAND OF LOVE
MENO
Set between Gili Air and Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno arguably offers the finest beaches of all the Gili Islands. The sands are white and soft beneath your feet and you can relax on vacant stretches of beach lined with coconut trees. Its waters are teeming with life and it is very common to spot a turtle whilst snorkelling. The island is still reflective of local lifestyle and
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GILI MENO
time moves at a leisurely pace. Out of the three Gilis, Gili Meno is the least developed island, where you can completely relax amongst abundant nature and create your own tropical holiday adapted to your needs. Explore its peaceful paths by pushbike or on foot; enjoy the green and blue panorama while riding on a cidomo (horsecart) without being disturbed by large crowds or buildings; venture to the eerie remnants of an abandoned resort- where a popular wreck-dive site exists just offshore. Gili Meno offers a great selection of local and western restaurants, from small warungs to fancy beachfront
terraces, you will have a wide choice of flavours against the same tropical and peaceful backdrop. You will meet interesting local artists and seasoned foreign travellers, and appreciate their smooth rhythm of life. A variety of accommodation options ensure a choice for all tastes and budgets; from eco-friendly star gazing platforms to luxury glamping tents, Gili Meno offers secluded properties as well as luxury resorts, and a lot of activities. Small dedicated dive centres, natureinspired yoga schools and water sport centres are just some of the ways you can fill your time between a swim with the turtles or a tropical cocktail.
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KARMA REEF Karma Reef presents cozy beachfront dining with fresh seafood BBQ, Mediterranean and traditional Indonesian inspired dishes, all paired with an excellent selection of wine and cocktails. Tel. +62 819 3672 0703
Email: concierge@karmareef.com
THE RABBIT TREE Only a 7 min walk to a good snorkeling beach and a 3 min walk from the lake, this 34 bed uniquely designed hotel explodes the normal concept of a hostel. We focus on events and our quirky organic architecture which is playful and creative! FB. TheRabbitTreeHostelAndHotel
Inst. @therabbittreehostel
SAHA TOURIST INFORMATION We provide transportation to Lombok and to Bali. Take a snorkelling trip with us around the Gilis, swim with the turtles, rent bicycles and start your own adventure. Tel. +62 823 4037 5129
Email: sahardin.99@gmail.com
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GILI AIR
THE ISLAND OF WATER, CHARM & BALANCE
The closest island to Lombok, Gili Air is aptly named after the Indonesian word "air" meaning "water." It is the only Gili Island to have natural underground fresh water wells. Gili Air is gem of a spot that allows you to sample the best of both worlds of the Gili Islands- it has the relaxing charm of Gili Meno and a bit of the night life of Gili Trawangan. Here you can take it fast or slow and enjoy an abundance of water sports from diving to surfing to kiteboarding and land activities such as yoga and cycling. In the evenings you also have the option of watching movies screened on the beach (weather permitting). Gili Air has pristine beaches and clear turquoise waters Gililife 20
gili AIR that soothe and revive. It is the most locally populated island with 1500 residents and it's not hard to see a special pride amongst the locals for the awe that their land inspires. There is the biggest concentration of bars and restaurants on the east of Air where you can take in views of lush green Lombok and the heights of Mt. Rinjani. Venture to the northwest and you will find yourself on empty sands gazing at the majestic Agung volcano of Bali. For sunsets be sure to be on the north/west side of the island. Happiness is infectious on this island and it's friendly inhabitants will never miss a chance to make you smile. Gili Air has a great selection of restaurants including homemade
Italian or Mediterranean food, Spanish tapas and exquisite cuisine options as well as a number of charming Warungs serving all the best local dishes. There's a range of accommodation for every budget from backpackers to bungalows (on the beach and in the village) and private villas and resorts. There are also a number of spas to choose from and you'll be delighted to find quality shopping on the island! Because of Air's beauty and increasing popularity as a dive and travel destination the island is seeing rapid development but somehow maintains it's local charm and atmosphere. Wander throughout the island to take it all in as you lose and find yourself here!
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FLOWERS & FIRE Beautiful yoga studio, wholefood cafĂŠ and creative space. Nestled in the heart of Gili Air, our breezy, treehouse studio has stunning green leafy village views. Come chillout, connect and play! www.flowersandfire.yoga
We are all about delicious freshly brewed coffee, homemade cakes and food. Our food & drinks are also great for take-away and you can order cakes for special occasions from us. Come any time for a good time! Located in Gili Air and Gili Trawangan. FB: @coffeeandthyme www.coffeeandthyme.co
ANAHATA TROPICAL PRIVATE VILLAS Three tropical private villas each with a pool. Built from a blend of traditional architecture and modern comfort, designed to give our guests the ultimate in vacation, tropics and privacy. FB: @AnahataGiliAIr www.anahata-giliair.com
THE MEXICAN KITCHEN
NAD BRAHMA Indian Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurant. Serving healthy, nutritious food and drinks made with love and passion. Open for lunch and dinner. Also offering many activities including Cooking Classes, Ayurvedic Nutrition Intro and Recycling Workshops. FB: @NadBrahmaGiliAir
VILLAGE HOMESTAY Quaint and friendly homestay suitably located close to all restaurants, shops and the beach. Rooms are available for daily, weekly or monthly rental. Also ideal for Gili Residents. Tel: +62 (0) 819 4975 7992
10 BAR & AYSHA WARUNG 10 Bar and Aysha Warung is a family run restaurant and bar. Enjoy mouthwatering international and local food, delicious juices and cocktails while you watch the passing parade at the Gili Air harbour. Meet our local musicians who will keep you entertained! FB: Aysha Warung Inst: Aysha Warung, 10bar_giliair Gililife 22
COFFEE & THYME
Tel: +62 (0) 8533 739 4417
The Mexican Kitchen, beachside on Gili Air, delivers authentic Mexican street food. Passionate Certified Chefs offer a feast of seafood, raw vegan and delectable flavours of Mexico, perfectly pared with refreshing cocktails. FB: @gilimexicankitchen www.gilimexicankitchen.com
THE ORANGE RESTAURANT We serve local & western food, using only the freshest ingredients. Dishes created by our friendly chef are delicious and affordable! Our daily fish bbq includes rice and vegetables, for only 50,000 IDR. TEL. +62 (0) 819 4975 7992
LUCKY'S SNORKELLING Daily snorkelling trip by glass bottom boat. For public and private boat trips contact us. Email: luckysgiliair@gmail.com
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LOMBOK
AN ABUNDANCE OF NATURAL BEAUTY AND TRADITIONAL LIVING
LOMBOK
With its largely unspoiled natural environment, vivid, diverse traditional culture and increasing infrastructure, Lombok island is an interesting compromise between touristic Bali and wild Sumbawa. Jagged coasts and sheltered bays, white-sanded empty beaches and lush green hills lined by rice paddies overlooked by majestic Mount Rinjani characterise Lombok’s natural landscape, while in traditional villages a diversity of practices coexist. The island is dotted with mosques, symbols of Islam, the Gililife 24
most practiced religion, but there are some important Hindu temples scattered in the West, heritage of the Hindu tradition. Sasak people, Lombok’s indigenous people, practice a syncretic form of Islam (wetu telu), which blends Hindu-Buddhist influences, Sunni Islam, animism and ancestral worship. Authentic Sasak villages offer a valuable insight into the island’s traditional culture, famous for the turun temurun, Capital city Mataram is a busy town with colourful markets and the gate to Senggigi’s
stunning bays in the North and Mt Rinjani’s green slopes to the East. In the South, world-class surf breaks, a multitude of pristine beaches and gentle hills are an open invitation to explore the surroundings at one’s pace and enjoy the tropical vibe. The East offers a complete different scenery; from waterfalls, rainforests and hills carpeted with rice paddies, the surroundings of Mount Rinjani provide a myriad of hike options, from easy walks to very challenging treks in a beautiful panoramic landscape. In the South-West, facing Lembar harbour and Sekotong, are the less known Gilis (meaning “small island”), where snorkelling in the lively reef and chilling on the empty beaches are the few tourists’ main activity. With its cultural and environmental diversity, Lombok is the ideal destination to discover something new everyday.
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ACTIVITIES
From birth, man carries the weight of gravity on his shoulders. He is bolted to earth. But man has only to sink beneath the surface and he is free. JACQUES COUSTEAU, Time Magazine, March 28, 1960
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An exceptional MARINE WORLD FULL OF
beauty & biodiversity
SCUBADIVING Divers from all over the world come to experience the underwater world of the Gili Islands. Warm clear waters, many dive spots easily accessible and suitable to all levels make the Gilis a great diving destination, appealing to beginners who experience the Big Blue for the first time as well as to experienced or technical divers who are interested in small sea creatures and unusual dive spots. Expect to swim with elegant white and black-tip sharks and friendly turtles, observe extravagant cephalopods and ghost pipe-fish hidden in plain sight and explore wrecks turned into the home of Gililife 26
colourful fish schools! Home to over 3,500 marine species including a variety of small sea creatures, the Gilis are also becoming a sought-after destination for muck diving. There are a multitude of centres that can plan just the right dive for you and the Gili Islands Dive Association ensures high diving standards and safe diving practices are applied at all times. Every diver contributes to a “reef tax”, which is included in the cost of their first dive and goes to support the NGO Gili Eco Trust, a conservation organisation who implements projects such as coral reef restoration biorocks.
LEVELS OF DIVING Open Water Diver Age: 10+ / 3-4 days Max dive depth: 18m You learn how to dive and get a certificate after passing an assessment at the end.
Advanced Open Water Diver Age: 12+ / 2-3 days Max dive depth: 30m You perfect your skills with 2 compulsory dives: navigation and deep diving, you choose 3 other specialties.
Rescue Diver Age: 15+ / 4 days You learn what to do in the event of a problem on various rescue scenarios.
Dive Master Age: 18+ / 4 weeks+ Working closely with an instructor, you learn how a diving centre works and acquire extensive experience by going on many dives.
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Snorkelling is a good way to freely explore the waters around the Gili islands. Let yourself drift with the current whilst being careful because sometimes it can be very strong. You can easily rent the mask, snorkel and fins on all the Gili islands. Another option is taking part in a snorkelling trip – a day out on a boat.
Many local agencies offer this service and you can book this trip on site or at your hotel. You leave in the morning around 9am for a full circuit of the Gilis, you stop for lunch and come back at about 4pm. Regardless of the island where you depart from, the boats will tour the most famous spots of the three islands, where marine life is abundant. Expect to see parrotfish and butterfly fish, dense schools of trevallies as well as some species of soft corals. Snake eels are also a common sight and you will most probably see giant turtles swimming along your side.
A BREATH-TAKING EXPERIENCE
FREEDIVING
Learn to dive deeper on just one breath, without any equipment except your fins and mask ! Freediving is the most natural and quiet way to explore and get closer to animals underwater and is a discipline that teaches you to relax and be at ease with yourself. The best way to learn is from a professional and on the Gili islands many dive centres are specialised in freediving and offer courses and dives for all levels, in different sites and ensuring safety first at all times. Freediving teaches us about the connection between our body and mind, patience, perceived limitations and challenging our self-imposed boundaries. What we learn in the water can also be applied to our daily lives on dry land. There are many different aspects to apnea, including underwater hockey, underwater rugby, spearfishing etc. You just need to find your favourite way of being underwater.
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WATER SPORTS The Gili Islands offer endless possibilities for water lovers besides diving and snorkelling. Enquire at one of the many watersport centres for a variety of activities on all the three islands. You can take a glass-bottom boat tour to see the underwater world without venturing
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into the ocean. Rent a kayak and explore the coastline at your own pace or opt for a stand-up paddle board, a great way to approach the water and test your balancing skills. On Gili Air and Gili Trawangan there are a few nice surf spots which are worth a “dawnie�. Please
be aware of currents and tides and surfing experience is advisable. Subwing is the ultimate water sport that allows you to glide in the water pulled by a boat at slow speed, while parasailing will take you to new heights and safely land you back in the water! Have fun!
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DERIS NORTHMAN This months featured
SPECIES
MANDARIN DRAGONET Image Š DRS
The Gili Islands are home to one of the most exquisite species in the ocean. One of only two vertebrate species known, that create its own intense blue pigment, Synchiropus Splendidus, is a romantic fish that displays a most enchanting mating ritual at dusk with its mate. The male and female Mandarin fish, latch on to one another and rise together in unison above the coral. In perfect synchronicity the male releases his sperm and the female, her eggs. The fertilised spawn drift away with the current and settle amongst the reef where the new generation hatch. These reef dwellers prefer sheltered lagoons and inshore reefs and are not easily spotted due to their
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bottom feeding habits. Reaching only 6cm in length, these intensely coloured fish have no scales. Instead they are covered in a layer of smelly and bitter slime, which blocks out disease and discourages predators. Named after the ornate Imperial Chinese robes, Mandarin fish are on the bucket list of most avid divers and underwater macro photographers. To achieve a good close-up photo of this beauty, the use of a red focus light is advised. Due to their particular feeding habits, they prefer small crustaceans and other invertebrates. These fish are difficult to establish in salt water aquariums. Luckily, divers on the Gili Islands are blessed to see these brilliantly coloured fish in their natural environment.
ACTIVITIES
MORE FUN ON LAND
OTHER ACTIVITIES
There are uncountable activities you can enjoy on land in all three islands. You can decide to learn how to cook delicious dishes from Indonesian cuisine or how to make jewellery, and even take part in an art class! You may find yourself exploring WWII bunker remnants in Trawangan or riding a horse at sunset, sweating in the gym or dancing to the rhythm of salsa! Try capoeira, samba, or explore different styles of yoga such as fly-high, sunset meditation, aerial silk or acroyoga! When night falls, go for a movie on the beach or squeeze your brain and join a quiz night. If you want to mingle with the locals, join them for a football or beachball match on the beach or challenge them in a badminton game! Check the latest updates at one of the local agencies or ask at the reception of your hotel.
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YOGA
GET CONNECTED
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It's no wonder that the Gilis are becoming a popular yoga destination. Stunning ocean views, colourful striped skies profiling Mount Rinjani and Mount Agung at sunrise and sunset and the natural setting make the Gilis an inspiring place to practice. Many remarkable yoga schools scattered around the three islands offer classes that cater for the tastes of discerning yogis as well as to open-minded visitors who want to try yoga for the first time.
Ubud is Indonesia’s most famous yoga destination, but more and more people come to practice on the Gilis, where yoga classes can be taken in bamboo structures surrounded by peaceful gardens, rooftop terraces where you can meditate as the sun appears on the horizon, or breezy shalas on the beach. For a closer contact with the water element, you can even try yoga on a stand-up paddleboard. Worst-case scenario you will have a refreshing swim!
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TREAT YOURSELF
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There is no better way to relax after a day of diving and snorkelling or cruising around the Gilis than receiving a good massage. Many spas in the three islands offer different types of massages as well as all kinds of beauty treatments. If you like it strong, we suggest to try traditional Sasak or Balinese massage, while for a more relaxing treatment, probably an Ayurvedic massage is the best option. Pedicure and manicure for both men and women or different waxing techniques are available; earcandles is a relaxing and unique way to have your ears cleaned and foot reflexology an excellent antidote to feet tired of walking around the islands. You can choose to receive your treatment in an oceanview spa or in the quietness of a bamboo breezy terrace; also check out the spas of the best hotels on the islands, as they offer quality treatments at a good price.
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PEOPLE OF GILI
Sian
Wayan
Abay Handicraft
(Handicraft Artist & Business Owner)
Meet some of the wonderful people of the Gili Islands
Ricardo
Haji Mustaip
SIAN GILI ECO TRUST
(Volunteer Coordinator)
When did you arrive on the Gilis? I arrived on Gili Trawangan early 2012 in search of volunteering on a coral restoration project. What are you passionate about? I am incredibly passionate about protecting the ocean in any way I can, if everyone slightly changed their daily habits, it would be easy. I also love cleaning the beach, I can be in my happy place, and make a difference at the same time. What is your motto in life? Make a difference in the world, even just a tiny one. What is your favourite thing about living on the Gilis? To be surrounded by sea, surrounded by friends and surrounded by cats. If you could make one difference in the world what would it be? That every child in the world had the chance to go to school and be safe and secure. What interesting projects are you and your team up to at the moment? Too many to name! But we are very excited that our little eco shop is open again, the kids are enjoying our volunteer environment lessons in school and after finishing another Bio-rock workshop, we have newly certified eco warriors protecting our coral reefs.
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RICARDO When did you arrive on the Gilis? I arrived on the Gili Islands on 10th September 2015. What are you passionate about? I am passionate about making jewellery, carved from coconut shells. I love this job as it allows me to meet people from all around the world. What is your motto in life? Be successful and help everyone! What is your favourite thing about living in the Gilis? I love that I can go snorkelling in the day and spearfishing at night. If you could make one difference in the world what would it be? I would like to make peace between all religions. When did you start to take an interest in crafting jewellery? Around 10 years ago, but my main focus was painting. In 2015 I moved to Gili Air and opened my own handicraft store called Abay Handicraft and this is when my real passion began.
WAYAN EDI SUPUTRA Karma Reef Resort (Head Chef)
When did you arrive on the Gilis? I started to work for Karma Reef on 11th November 2014. What are you passionate about? I have to be excited about my responsibilities as a chef! What is your motto in life? In my life I am always optimistic that I can do my best. What is your favorite thing about living on the Gilis? I love the Gilis and am happy to live on Gili Meno. I can learn a lot and form close relationships with the guests and local islanders. If you could make one difference in the world what would it be? We must respect each other in the workplace and in society. What interesting projects are you and your team up to at the moment? We must rise together after the earthquake and be excited for the future.
HAJI MUSTAIP Yoland Guesthouse (Business Owner)
When did you arrive on the Gilis? I was born here 45 years ago. What are you passionate about? I love fishing, sailing and enjoying nature. What is your motto in life? The harder you work the best result you get. What is your favourite thing about living in the Gilis? I love that it is so peaceful and has a close-knit community. If you could make one difference in the world what would it be? I would end all war in hope that we could live together peacefully. I would also love to assist in the development of Lombok. What interesting projects are you and your team up to at the moment? I manage my guesthouse, make batako (bricks) for the building trade and rent out a cement mixer to builders.
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i n i M INDONESIAN LANGUAGE BASICS BASIC PHRASES/ WORDS Welcome Good Morning (6 Am To 12 Am) Good Morning (12am To 2 Pm) Good Afternoon (3pm To 6 Pm) Good Evening (6pm To 12 Pm) Good Night Good Bye See You Soon
Selamat Datang. Selamat Pagi. Selamat Siang. Selamat Sore. Selamat Malam. Selamat Tidur. Selamat Jalan/ Selamat Tinggal. Sampai Jumpa.
Yes No Maybe Please Thank You You're Welcome
Ya. Tidak/bukan. Mungkin. Tolong. Terima Kasih. Sama Sama .
Excuse Me Sorry No Problem
Permisi. Maaf. Tidak Apa-apa.
How Are You? I Am Fine! What's Your Name? My Name Is... Where Are You From? I Am From.. How Old Are You? I Am ... Years Old NUMBERS 1 Satu. 2 Dua. 3 Tiga. 4 Empat. 5 Lima. 6 Enam. 7 Tujuh. 8 Delapan. 9 Sembilan. 10 Sepuluh. 11 Sebelas. 12 Duabelas. 13 Tigabelas.
Apa Kabar? Kabar Baik! Siapa Nama Anda? Nama Saya... Anda Dari Mana? Saya Dari... Berapa Umur Anda? Umur Saya...Tahun. 20 30 40
Duapuluh. Tigapuluh. Empatpuluh.
52 53
Limapuluh Dua. Limapuluh Tiga.
100 200 1,000 10,000 100,000
Seratus. Duaratus. Seribu. Sepuluh Ribu. Seratus Ribu.
SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL
Help the Gilis BE A GOOD ROLE MODEL Set a good example by being an environmentally friendly citizen and people will follow suit.
THROW AWAY ALL RUBBISH IN THE BINS PROVIDED
REFILL MAP
Water Refills
REFILL YOUR BOTTLE & REDUCE PLASTIC WASTE Easily accessed through the mobile app or website the RefillMyBottle map shows you nearby locations where you can refill your water bottle. Download the app to find where to refill your bottle!
No littering, no excuses!
SAVE WATER AND TURN OFF ELECTRICITY Be conservative with fresh water. Turn off lights, AC & fans when you are not in your room.
DO NOT THROW ANYTHING IN THE TOILET This will increase pollution and kill our fragile underwater eco-system.
REFILL YOUR WATER BOTTLE Log on to www.refillmybottle.com to find refill stations or download the app.
DO NOT TOUCH OR STAND ON CORALS
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Corals are animals! Interacting with this fragile ocean ecosystem will damage it.
RESPECT OUR POPULATION OF TURTLES Never touch them and avoid fish feeding sessions. Report any snorkelling tours that touch or pick up turtles.
RESPECT OUR BEACH Do not collect seashells from the ocean or the beach. Hermit crabs use empty shells as they outgrow their own and waves break down shells to make sand and sustain our beaches.
GET INVOLVED IN LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIVITIES & ISSUES Join the NGOs, dive shops and various businesses on the island for beach cleaning and recycling workshops. For regular updates check out our Facebook for more information as well as contacting the Gili NGO’s directly.
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TIDE TIMES
Gili Tides
JUNE 2019
= HIGH TIDE
= LOW TIDE
00:55
07:45
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26th 06:15
08:50
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12th 06:30
10:50
16:10
23:20
27th 06:00
11:25
16:15
22:55
13th 06:40
12:50
08:00
23:40
28th 06:10
13:05
18:10
23:05
14th 06:55
14:20
19:55
23:55
29th 06:30
14:10
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15th 07:25
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30th 07:00
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*Tide times are approximate and not to be used for navigation
LANGUAGE
Bahasa Indonesia - English PLASTIC FREE PARADISE
SURGA BEBAS PLASTIK
SAY NO TO PLASTIC
KATAKAN TIDAK UNTUK PLASTIK
SEPARATE YOUR TRASH
PISAHKAN SAMPAH MU
I DON'T WANT TO USE PLASTIC BAG
SAYA TIDAK MAU MEMAKAI KANTONG PLASTIK
I WANT TO USE A BAMBOO STRAW
SAYA MAU PAKAI SEDOTAN BAMBU
PLEASE DON'T USE A PLASTIC STRAW
TOLONG JANGAN PAKAI SEDOTAN PLASTIK
DO NOT BURN PLASTIC
JANGAN MEMBAKAR SAMPAH PLASTIK
WHERE CAN I REFILL MY BOTTLE?
DIMANA SAYA BISA ISI ULANG BOTOL SAYA?
MEDICAL SERVICES ON THE GILI ISLANDS GILI AIR BLUE ISLAND MEDICAL Phone +62 819 997 05703 (Located behind 7 Seas Diving) SERVICES: Speed Boat Ambulance, Doctor Consultation Call out service, Vaccination & Immunisation Medical Evacuation Service, Pharmacy & Laboratory. GILI AIR CLINIC CENTRE Phone: +62 8523 8888 339 / +62 8773 8888 339 (Located near Pachamama) SERVICES: 24 hour Daily Doctor Service, Pharmacy, Laboratory, Emergency Unit, Evacuation, On Call Service. DR SAHRUN Phone +62 819 0729 2882 email: charun.carter@gmail.com (Located next to Parida) SERVICES: 24 hour Daily Doctor Service, Medical Emergency Call out service, Minor Surgery, Vaccination Pharmacy, Spooling, Nebulizer, 24 hour Daily Doctor Service. GENERAL PRACTITIONER MEDICAL SERVICE Phone + 62 819 0737 3700 (Located next to Yoland Guesthouse) SERVICES: 24 hour Daily Doctor Service, Medical Emergency Call out Service, Minor Surgery, Vaccination Pharmacy, Spooling, Nebulizers. AIR MEDICAL SERVICE Phone +62 819 977 01248 / + 62 823 4087 2743 (close to Uniq Shop) SERVICES: 24 hour Medical Emergency, Call out service Vaccination, Laboratory, Pharmacy.
GILI MENO BLUE ISLAND MEDICAL Phone +62 8199 705 702 SERVICES: Speed Boat Ambulance, Doctor Consultation Call out service, Vaccination & Immunisation Medical Evacuation Service, Pharmacy & Laboratory.
GILI TRAWANGAN BLUE ISLAND MEDICAL Phone: +62 81 999 705 701/ +62370 6197510 Email: bic.trawangan@gmail.com or info@blueislandclinic.com (Located at Villa Ombak Hotel Gili Trawangan) SERVICES: Speed Boat Ambulance, Doctor Consultation Call out service, Vaccination & Immunisation Medical Evacuation Service, Pharmacy & Laboratory. WARNA MEDICAL Phone: +62 878 620 602 47 SERVICES: Pharmacy - Consultation, check up, emergency unit, on call service. on day care & minor Surgery, Vaccinations - Rabies, Hep B Etc Laboratory - Malaria, HIV, Syphilis, Glucose Test, Uric Acid Test GIVARA MEDICAL & FARMACY Phone: +62 878 645 80052, +62 85337 686928 SERVICES: Family Doctor , Common Consultation, Emergency Unit, Minor Surgery, Ear Block Treatment, Medical check up, Morning after pill, Vaccination - rabies, tetanus & hepatitis GENERAL PRACTITIONER MEDICAL SERVICE Phone: +62 818 05783486 SERVICES: 24 hour Daily Doctor Service, Medical Emergency Call out Service, Minor Surgery, Vaccination Pharmacy, Spooling, Nebulizers. ISLAND MEDICAL CENTRE Phone: +62 85 934 500 112 SERVICES: Free check ups for government people, Family doctor, Home care, Vaccination, Call out service, Emergency Unit, One Day Care, Pharmacy, Laboratory, Charity - society of the old man + DENTIST SERVICE Scaling, Orthodontics, Restoration, Teeth Extraction, False Teeth Fixing, Diamond fixing
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FESTIVALS
DONATION BASED 1 DAY-PASS: 50,000 IDR FULL FESTIVAL TICKET (5-DAYS): 200,000 IDR
15TH JUNE – 15TH JULY 2019
GILI BANGKIT FESTIVAL 20TH JUNE - 24TH JUNE 2019
SLOW FOOD & YOGA FESTIVAL Bangkit in Bahasa Sasak (local language of Lombok) means ‘to rise’. The island of Gili Air will be a hive of activity in June and July as two festivals are taking place! Gili Bangkit Festival, a month-long cultural festival will also include a five-day, Slow Food and Yoga Festival. To celebrate the indomitable spirit of the Gili Islands, these cultural and lifestyle events will present a unique synthesis of local and regional Indonesian culture as well as newer international offerings on Gili Air. Gililife 48
The focus will also be on promoting the island’s extraordinary natural beauty. Gili Bangkit Festival will offer visitors the freedom to take off their shoes, live vehicle-free and explore Gili Air’s fascinating culture, through art and food. Fun activities include a triathlon, traditional stick fighting, workshops by local artisans, musical performances and dancing. While spending time on Gili Air, visitors will have the rare opportunity to immerse themselves in Sasak culture.
*Includes all yoga classes, food workshops, lifestyle talks, cultural evenings, kids space, performances and access to the Slow Food and Artisan Market.
Slow Food and Yoga Festival will afford attendees the opportunity to step into a magical space outside of the frantic operations of normal life and lower collective rhythms down to a Zen hum! Yoga by acclaimed facilitators and cuisine from famous Indonesian chefs will be offered at various locations around the island. Top chefs and film-makers from the region will headline events, stallholders will showcase regional specialties, and visitors can participate in food-foraging tours and cooking classes. All proceeds from Slow Food and Yoga Festival will be used to support educational initiatives, such as the zero-waste permaculture garden project at the local school, which has been created to encourage long-term eco-friendly behavior. Sustainability is the main theme and the festival area will have zero plastic and throwaway containers or packaging. The team who organized the GILI BANGKIT FESTIVAL consists of local and foreign stakeholders on the Gilis. The collaboration includes Subur, the current head of the three islands and owner of Biba Beach establishment, who will headline one of the food events. Hero, celebrity chef and owner of Warung Sunny, will head up local events. The evening food events will be organised by Julie Thonnard, the owner of Slow Villas and Emily Christian, the owner of Flowers & Fire Yoga will co-manage the yoga events.
EXPERIENCE
YOGA
@ GILI BANGKIT FESTIVAL & SLOW FOOD AND YOGA FESTIVAL
Catie
Yoga, Handstands Backbends, Arm-balances Acro / Meditation @cyoga1love www.cyoga.co.uk (UK)
Tori
Acro Yoga, Performances Flying Trapeze, Granny Yoga Yoga @fireflightyoga @mickolasepstein www.fb.com/perthacroyoga (AUS)
Nadine
The Gili Islands is becoming a ‘yoga destination island’ and in particular, Gili Air. Yogis from around the world converge on the island to spend quality time in beautiful paradise surroundings while practicing their art. Many yoga centers provide daily yoga practice, accommodation and healthy food restaurants. As there are no motorized vehicles on the
island, cycling and walking around the island compliment this healthy lifestyle. Snorkelling, swimming and diving are unique experiences also available on Gili Air. The Slow Food and Yoga Festival will be hosting Sunrise And Sunset Yoga, Sup Yoga, Handstands, Acro Yoga, Sound Healing Baths, Meditation, Zumba and Ecstatic Dance. Make sure you do not miss out!
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PERFORMANCES
@ GILI BANGKIT FESTIVAL & SLOW FOOD AND YOGA FESTIVAL The Gili Bangkit Festival will showcase a number of Sasak performances throughout the month.
PERESEAN
GENDANG BELEQ
Peresean, also known as ‘stick fighting’, is an ancient martial art that originated from Lombok folklore. According to the legend, Princess Mandalika chose to take her own life, rather than be the reason that two suitors fought to the death in order to win her hand in marriage. Armed with rattan sticks called ‘penjalin’, and an armored buffalo or cow hide shield called ‘ende’, the fighters attack each other using the shield to defend themselves. Gililife 50
Peresean fighting is steeped in Sasak history and was originally practiced in traditional ceremonies when soldiers from the Lombok Kingdom won a war. It was also used as part of a ceremony to invoke rain during times of drought. Peresean fighting is now part of traditional and cultural entertainment in Lombok.
Gendang beleq is a dance and musical performance from Lombok. It is a popular performance among the native Sasak people. The name gendang beleq is a Sasak language term, which means ‘big drum’. The performance consists of a group of musicians playing, dancing and marching with their traditional instruments, centered on two big drums or ‘gendang’ players. The ensemble for the gendang beleq performance consists of main players who perform with the two large drums. They are followed by players using a gong, a traditional flute, called a suling, hand-held kettle-gongs and many sets of cymbals called ceng-ceng. Image © Wiendietry Rusli
EXPERIENCE
KIDS CORNER
David Metcalf
Saane van Oort
Lecturer, Conservationist, Teacher Development and Wellbeing Manager at Green School, (Bali), Founder of Mother Jungle @motherjungle www.motherjungle.org
@ GILI BANGKIT FESTIVAL & SLOW FOOD AND YOGA FESTIVAL
MEET OUR PERFORMACE EXPERTS
Co- Founder Bali Indigenous Film Festival Film Producer, Photography Teacher, Photography Tours in Bali @davidmetcalfphotography @indigenous.international davidmetcalfphotography.com
Circus Workshops - Poi, Hula Hoop, Juggling, Acro Yoga for Kids. Music - Angklung & Co. Little Seeds - A workshop for children on how to grow our own food. Food carving & Up-Cycling Workshop.
EXPERIENCE
CULTURAL EVENINGS
@ GILI BANGKIT FESTIVAL & SLOW FOOD AND YOGA FESTIVAL Movie Screening, Ambient DJ’s, Acoustic Concert Gili Talent Show - Open MIC - Renegade Show
ANGKLUNG The children from the local Elementary School on Gili Air will be performing, using the local angklung musical instrument. The angklung is designed from bamboo tubes, which are attached to a bamboo frame. The base of the frame is held in one hand, whilst the other hand shakes the instrument, causing a repeating note to sound. The tubes are carved in such a way as to have a resonant pitch when struck and are tuned to octaves. Each of the three or more performers in an angklung ensemble play one note or more, but altogether complete melodies, are produced. 51 Gililife
FESTIVALS
EXPERIENCE
FOOD
@ GILI BANGKIT FESTIVAL & SLOW FOOD AND YOGA FESTIVAL Sample Indonesian food and flavours from local Warungs on Gili Air at the night market. The market will be located between Breadelicious and The Hideout, in the main street of Gili Air. Learn new cooking skills by participating in workshops hosted by local and international celebrity chefs. Competitions, including ‘Best Jamu in Gili’ and ‘Gili Cooking Competition’ will be held throughout the Slow Food & Yoga Festival.
Chef Arif
Founder @djamoekoe Health store, Local medicinal herbs, Traditional Jamu, Tisane, Herbal Tea and natural products “Follow what nature intends” @chefarifsprings www.arifsprings.com
Chef Simon J
and his @newearthcooking Team (BALI) Food forestry, Earth Custodian Exec Chef @zestubud @new.earth.school www.newearthcooking.com
Chef Ragil
@nusagastronomy An edible story of Indonesia (JAKARTA) @spicygeg (BALI) Indonesia Kitchen Gililife 52
MEET OUR FOOD EXPERTS
Chef Hero
Founder of the Slow Food & Yoga Festival and Gili Bangkit Festival. Owner @warungsunny Gili Air Healthy Local Food Gili Air Indonesian cooking classes
MEET OUR ZERO WASTE EXPERTS
Ihram
Daur Project Conservationist Speaker Plastic Waste Management www.daurproject.org
FOOD WORKSHOPS & LIFESTYLE TALKS • The Daur Project
The Precious Plastic recycling machine made it to Gili Air! Bring us your hard plastic and watch as new and useful articles are created. By Ihram and Joe
• Compost Training
A training for local producers and Gili Air residents. By Silvina Miguel
• Permaculture Design
Zuhri Joe
An introduction to permaculture Ethics, Principles and Design. By Silvina Miguel
Agriculture & Permaculture Specialist
EXPERIENCE Silvina Miguel
An Evolving Permaculturist, Collaborated with NGO's Emas Hitam Indonesia & Bali, Jaladara as well as developing a community garden & eco village by the name of Ancut Garden Oasis.
Kadek Suardika
Owner at Ancut Garden Agroecology Co-founder at Yayasan Emas Hitam
ZERO WASTE
• Island Harvesting & Indonesian Cooking Class • Slow Food Concept
Presentation on how we can become co-producers of the food system.
• Slow Food Bali By Silvina Miguel
@ GILI BANGKIT FESTIVAL & SLOW FOOD AND YOGA FESTIVAL The key theme of the festivals is Zero Waste! One of the missions of the Slow Food & Yoga Festival, is to provide information to visitors on how to travel sustainably, as well as assisting local communities to create initiatives to improve their practices. Several workshops and lifestyle presentations will be offered during the festival.
SUPPORT
SORAYA FOUNDATION @ GILI BANGKIT FESTIVAL & SLOW FOOD AND YOGA FESTIVAL
All proceeds from the festival will be donated to Soraya Foundation, which was founded by Valentina and Julie in 2018. Valentina decided she wanted to open a Montessori playground for her daughter, Soraya. Julie and Valentina established the foundation and created a Montessori Playground for resident children ages 3-5 years. A percentage of the funds are donated to the SDN school. The foundation organizes an annual circus show and donations are used towards stationery supplies. Other initiatives include providing an English teacher and teaching the musical instrument called Anklung. Mola-Mola, a Gili Air based hotel has kindly donated a number of Anklung instruments. 53 Gililife
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Bel Air
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GILI ZOOM
BEL AIR A GILI AIR ICON GILI AIR A visit to Bel Air Resort on Gili Air is a must for music lovers. This vast establishment on the beach boasts an incredible collection of music memorabilia and it is highly recommended to take your time and have a closer look at Boots’ treasure. A particular favourite is the humongous print of the Rolling Stones, which looms over the bar area. Boots, the owner of Bel Air is full of energy and excitement and he confesses to an illustrious past in the music industry and has many a tale to tell. In the third year of his Architectural Degree, he admits to being bitten by the travel bug, after a trip to India, which changed his course. “I became a hippie… then I became a yuppie,” he reminisces, “I sold rentals in England. Now I’m a cross between the two… I’m a yippie-yaoh!” He laughs. He moved to Indonesia in 1986, building and managing a resort in Umalas for 15 years. Seeking somewhere more peaceful, he Gililife 56
relocated to the Gilis, “Bali became something I didn’t go to Bali for – hustle and bustle and traffic jams.” Gili Air offered the perfect solution. Boots opened Bel Air Resort in 2015 and it is home to a range of accommodation options. Deluxe rooms, spacious villas or a romantic home-away-from-home complete with a private jacuzzi offers all levels of luxury. The designs of the villas are indeed interesting and quirky, but Boots is known for his eccentricities and it is evident in his unique style and décor. Another jaw dropper is the centrepiece of the bar and restaurant. Boots ferried in the roof of a 200-year old Joglo which originated in Yogyakarta. “I had it constructed here. It’s an authentic, fabulous piece of history, a bit like me…fabulously funky!” He laughs easily. So, what are the other main attractions at Bel Air Resort, besides the obvious decadent surroundings?
www.belairresort-giliair.com The location is clearly world class. The beach is white and the snorkelling just a few feet away is arguably the best on the island. Sea-life abound, and turtles are frequently spotted in the shallows. Romantics love dining on the beach at sunset, listening to great live music and later retiring to plush rooms. Days can be spent lazing around the pool, eating and drinking from the restaurant and bar or catching some rays on the beach. Your choice. Boots loves music and encourages visitors to join in on music nights and participate in jamming with local musicians. He is a champion of local talent and enthuses over many a shining star in the local music industry.
The restaurant offers a variety of delicious food, from local dishes to sushi, making it very popular on the island. “I have plans to make this the first dedicated sports bar on Gili Air,” he smiles, knowing how well-received this news will be amongst locals and guests. “I am looking forward to high season where we can put it out there a bit more,” he explains, genuinely excited to share what he has created with more people. And for good reason. Boots shares, “This has basically been my life for the past 8 years. I designed this place while sitting on the beach, making sandcastles. Then I built it myself. I have put everything I have into Bel Air!” Be sure to book into this iconic establishment and when you do, say hi to Boots……. 57 Gililife
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MENO DIVE CLUB JOIN THE CLUB... GILI MENO
We met up with James Holt, owner of Meno Dive Club, to see how his new business venture is getting on. Very well, as it turns out… Having lived on Gili Meno for six years, James has plenty of experience in the world of diving. His passion for diving sparked in New Zealand where he was born and raised. He travelled to the Philippines, where he settled for a while and earned his Divemasters, working with tourists and locals as an instructor. From one paradise to another, James relocated to Gili Meno six years ago and began working in a local dive shop. After lending his expertise to other businesses, he decided to open his own establishment in December last year, and so, Meno Dive Club was born.
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Offering the full complement of diving courses, PADI-certified Meno Dive Club is popular with the tourists who flock to the quietest of the three islands. With courses tailored for Beginners all the way through to Divemasters, anyone is welcome. Discover Dives are available to those who want to experience an introduction to marine life, or who just want a fun adventure. For training, the dive centre has its own huge pool, along with classrooms and a bar for divers to socialise and chill out after long days in the sun and warm tropical waters. The dive centre has a welcoming atmosphere, existing for communities of ocean-lovers and environmentalists alike. The use of the word ‘club’ is very intentional, if the friendliness of staff is anything to go by.
www.menodiveclub.com
Ideally located in the harbour area, the team behind Meno Dive Club is as international as the customers they welcome. The team is from Malaysia, Belgium and France, as well as New Zealand! James enthuses, “We created a pretty relaxed, chilled environment, obviously with safety at the forefront,” he offers. The equipment is brand-new and there is an informal and very genuine feel to the shop itself. “We have kept the environment natural, using local building materials, like bamboo and alang-alang, sourced from the island". So, what is the next step in James’ journey? He and his team are looking forward to a busy high
season and he is keen to show off everything the business has to offer. “We will be showing weekly conservation movies at night”, James says, very aware of the environmental responsibilities that come with running a dive shop. Speaking of which, Trash Heroes, a global rubbish-collecting initiative, is up and running on Gili Meno, with Meno Dive Club staff dedicated to donating time to the project. “We are also going to organise clean-up dives once a month,” James reminds us, happily making his mark on the beautiful island in the best way possible. We will see you on Meno at the cool kids’ club…
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COZY BAZE A TRIP TO BAZECAMP GILI TRAWANGAN
CozyBaze is one of Gili Trawangan’s latest additions, but it’s far from what you would expect on this party island. We chatted with owner, Elva, to find out what makes this new kid on the block so different… Elva has been living on the Gili Islands for years. With a resume packed full of experience from working in resorts, owning warungs and small local eateries, Elva has made it clear that she knows the island inside out. For her latest venture, she has chosen the quieter beauty of this much-loved social hub, which she is showcasing with her latest venture, CozyBaze. This new accommodation and chillout space is home to an impressive 40 rooms, including 4 private rooms. Don’t let the size mislead you, however, as this zen den is quiet, peaceful and just as relaxing as it is
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beautiful. With a bar, huge pool and volleyball area, CozyBaze offers up everything a guest could dream of. Huge palm trees tower over the grassy garden area, secluding it from any other noises and offering an oasis of calm. A large upstairs balcony offers stunning views, as well as a spot for guests to enjoy some time to themselves on the busy island. “We welcome people of all ages because we have the space”, she explains, excited to be hosting tourists and travellers already, despite only opening at the beginning of May. It is not hard to see why CozyBaze is receiving so many great reviews. Friendly staff are on-hand to help with whatever you could possibly need during your stay.
www.cozybaze.com
The chilled atmosphere offers a refreshing change from the strip of bars on the other side of the island, which is still within easy walking distance. Given that the loud music and drinks deals on the other side of the island are part of Gili Trawangans’ attraction, why did Elva decide to set up this ultra-calm zone? “I like that we’re close to nature here, close to the beach and being surrounded by the ocean. If everything gets a bit too stressful, I can just go to the beach and swim" she explains.
That sounds like the ideal holiday destination to us! With a restaurant opening soon, Elva is keen to provide a full range of facilities for her lucky guests. Movie nights are also on top of the to-do list, with volleyball tournaments following just after. Barbeques are universally-loved, so they will be added to the dining schedule and it is guaranteed they will be popular. Rumours have it, that a beer garden is also in the pipeline. We will save you a seat and keep that Bintang on ice…
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GILI SHARK
CONSERVATION CONVERSATIONS ABOUT CONSERVATION GILI AIR From setting up a paradise resort for visitors to Gili Air, to receiving a prestigious award for their work on shark and coral conservation, Rose and her husband, Andreas, have got island living down to a fine art. In 2015 Rose and her husband bought a little paradise called Villa Nangka. In the same year, together with a friend, they also started The Gili Shark Conservation Project. “It was just three friends who shared a huge passion for the ocean, and we all lived on the island,” Rose smiles. “The reefs surrounding the Gili Islands were changing rapidly and we saw fewer and fewer sharks on our dives. We thought it would be really cool if we could start something together instead of just standing on the side-line and watch how other people try to solve a problem which we are all responsible for. So we did!” “We were always dreaming about how we could change the world and now we had the tools to do something.” She explains the reasoning behind setting up two businesses at the same time. “We Gililife 62
thought that one project could become quite boring, so why not do two?" They decided to dedicate one of the five luxury villas at Villa Nangka to guests who want to join the conservation project. GSC set up a website, inviting people to join their research team a few years ago. “We never thought it would actually happen!” Rose explains. She remembers that they had responses almost immediately. Fast-forward to today. They have now hosted over 100 ‘Shark Warriors’ from 30 different countries, all of whom are dedicated to taking care of our oceans. The research team of GSC share their findings with the local government and international partners to make them aware of the conditions and environmental changes, highlighting areas that are suffering to encourage action and implement change where necessary. They also use their data to build a case strong enough to prove to government officials that this area is a critical habitat for
www.gilisharkconservation.com
black tip and white tip reef sharks and deserves official recognition of this to improve protection within the area for these species. They now use seven different methods to assess the health of the reef and the sharks. They educate local school children about conservation and also manage ‘Dive for Debris’ sessions every Friday. They are currently seeking new teachers who would love to tell the children of Gili Air all about conservation. It is not just people on the island who appreciate the work they’re doing. GSC recently won an award in recognition for their conservation efforts from the International SeaKeepers Society, an NGO committed to oceanographic research, conservation and
education. They have even agreed to sponsor GSC’s latest project. “In a secret location somewhere around Gili Air, we will start a coral restoration project” Rose beams. “We plan to use a new method we discovered while researching in nearby Nusa Lembongan.” If you fancy being involved, check out their Gili Shark Conservation website. It is extensive and informative and once you have browsed through the information; you would definitely want to be part of this awesome team. Check out their community events schedule online or pop over to Villa Nangka for a chat for further inspiration and information. Make sure you take your fins, as you will want to dive straight in… 63 Gililife
EVENTS
THIS IS LIFE FESTIVAL 20TH TO 21ST JULY 2019
Join us for 24 hours of beach beats and nothing but good vibes, at the first ever ‘This is Life Festival’ at Lucky’s Bar on Gili Air. Set the date, 4.00pm 20th July to 4.00pm 21st July 2019! The organisers of This is Life Festival are excited to showcase a unique music and cultural experience and are delighted to be introducing visitors to the magic and beauty of Gili Air. Join our island family as we come together to celebrate good music, good people and the magic of life! A percentage of all ticket sales will benefit the Horses of Gili, a notfor-profit organisation operating beneath the NGO, Gili Eco Trust. An exciting line-up of DJs have been invited to entertain and move us with a diverse serving of Minimal, House, Techno & Psychedelic Trance. With the support of the local community, the festival will take place on Gili Air on a pristine white beach, surrounded by coconut trees and crystal-clear tropical waters. The weather is always warm, and a swim is just a heartbeat away from the event.
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JUNE
JULY
AUGUST
20th to 21st: This is Life Festival Gili Air
1st: Pancasila Day 3rd to 4th: Lebaran Holiday
11th: Idul Adha 17th: Independence Day
5th to 6th: Hari Raya Idul Fitri
15th to 18th: Jamnas Ikatan Motor
7th: Lebaran Holiday
18 Aug to 18 Sept: Bulan Pesona Lombok Sumbawa
15th Jun to 15th Jul: Gili Bangkit Festival 22nd to 23rd: Gunung Rinjani Rinjani 100
FIND OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING IN AND AROUND THE GILI ISLANDS THIS YEAR
2019 EVENTS SCHEDULE SEPTEMBER 1st: Islamic New Year 18th to 21st: Festival Pesona Senggigi
OCTOBER 5th: Mandalika International Marathon
NOVEMBER 9th: Maulid 21st to 22nd: Pesona Desa Wisata 27th: Mandi Safar
DECEMBER 14th to 15th: Rinjani Golf Tournament 24th: Christmas Eve 25th: Christmas Day 31st: New Years Eve
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NGO's
NGOs & Charities on the Gili Islands TRASH HERO AIR
The Trash Hero mission is to bring communities together to clean and reduce waste. We do this through: Action and Awareness. We pick up trash and we motivate others to do the same. By spending a few hours together picking up trash, people gain a profound understanding of the consequences of being careless about waste.
#trashherogiliair giliair@trashhero.org www.trashhero.org
REFILL MY BOTTLE Refill your bottle & reduce plastic waste. Easily accessed through the mobile app or website, the RefillMyBottle map shows you nearby locations where you can refill your water bottle. Download the app to find where to refill your bottle!
@RefillMyBottleOfficial iloveto@refillmybottle.com www.refillmybottle.com
PITUQ CO. A local non-profit NGO that supports less fortunate people around Lombok. For several years, the founders of Pituq Co. have been raising funds to support underprivileged people by donating much-needed supplies such as fresh water, sanitary items and learning aids for children. Following a multitude of natural disasters in the region in 2018, Pituq Co. has been donating basic supplies, organising trauma healing for the children and distributing school supplies as well as educating camps and villages about hygiene and sanitation. Pituq Co. is supported by Pituq Waroeng, a vegan restaurant on Gili Trawangan.
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GILI ECO TRUST A local non-profit organisation committed to coral reef restoration, waste management, beach cleans & events, zero-waste initiatives and recycling, environmental education, animal welfare and horse medical clinics, sustainable tourism incentives and much more! Based on Gili Trawangan, Indonesia.
@giliecotrust #plasticfreeparadise info@giliecotrust.com www.giliecotrust.com
CATS OF GILI There are cats all over the beautiful Gili Islands in Indonesia. Cats Of Gili is a non-profit animal welfare project to help our feline islanders.
#CatsOfGili www.catsofgili.com
HORSES OF GILI Horses of Gili is a not-for-profit organization, which offers free biannual clinics for the working horses on the Gili Islands. Sick, injured and rescued horses are rehabilitated. Education on basic animal welfare, medical supplies and care are offered. Help us help the horses!
@horsesofgili #horsesofgili +62 877 6549 2615 Donate now via PayPal info@horsesofgili.com
#PLASTICFREEPARADISE For us, it’s not just about the marine life and sharks, we also care about the environment. We want to create awareness for the use of single-use plastic and reduce the amount that’s being used on Gili Air. We created the campaign Plastic Free Paradise to help Gili Air to become plastic free! Our aim is to educate locals as well as tourists and provide information about how they can leave nothing but their footprints on beautiful Gili Air. Our #PlasticFreeParadise campaign is a wholehearted project that we are building on with new ideas. See here what we’re doing so far to become a Plastic Free Paradise!
#PlasticFreeParadise sharks@gilisharkconservation.com
SORAYA FOUNDATION & GILI PLAYGROUND Soraya Foundation Gili Air focuses on providing education for the people of the island, by organising English and Music classes for the primary school SD and by creating the first Montessori Kindergarten on Gili Air called Gili Playground.
#Gili-Playground #sorayafoundation Info@sorayafoundation.com www.sorayafoundation.com
GILI SHARK CONSERVATION It is our mission to protect what we love. Our research team promotes conservation efforts through education and research. We collect data within the zones of the Gili Matra Marine Recreational Reserve to assess the health of the reefs and act to enhance marine protection and health where necessary. It is not just about the marine life and sharks, we also care about the environment. With our #plasticfreeparadise Campaign we try to create a plastic free paradise for the generations to come.
#gilisharkconservation sharks@gilisharkconservation.com www.gilisharkconservation.com
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D e h t r e e a v m i L Tel: +62 812 3716 0824 | Email: gillbluewaterproperty@gmail.com Pt. Air Biru Property dan Investasi, Blues Corner, Gili Air, Lombok Barat, Indonesia * Prices subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
Business for Rent - Gili Air
Business for Sale or Rent - Gili Air
Property Name: Gilinta Villa
Property Name: Tyrrell Cottages
Ref: BW0088
Land Size: 1800m2 One of Gili Air’s busiest resorts. With a large pool, restaurant and 11 Villas. Added extras include a huge kitchen, storeroom, two entrances and an office on the road, that could be sub-let. Situated only 100m from the harbor area and beach, this business is built to last.
Price: 450,000,000 IDR/$31,081.00 USD per year
Business for Rent - Gili Air Ref: BW0089 Property name: Blues Corner A well-known pub and restaurant is now available for rent. Situated opposite one of the best snorkeling spots on the island, Blues Corner, is situated perfectly for success. The restaurant includes a bungalow, which you can rent out or live in. A perfect new lifestyle.
Price: 130,000,000 IDR/$9230.00 USD per year
Ref: BW039
Land Size: 1500m2 Situated only 100m from the beach. Includes 8 bungalows, a restaurant, reception area with 250m2 vacant land available to expand. This purchase includes a building permit.
Rent: 260,000,000 IDR/$17,700.00 USD per year Price to buy: 7,317,000,000 IDR/$519,000 USD
Business for Rent - Gili Air Ref: BW00316 Property name: Blue Moon Villas Land Size: 700m2. Two beautiful villas with one bedroom each, air-con & bathrooms, a pool set in a tropical garden, a restaurant & kitchen. Short walk to the main center in a quiet, private location.
Price: 200,000,000 IDR/$14.220.00 USD per year
Business for Sale or Rent Gili Air
Business for Rent Gili Air
Property name: Fabian Homestay
Property Name: Jamaq Jamaq
Land Size: 200m2
Land Size: 200m2
2 bungalows and a house with kitchen, air-con, road frontage.
4 wooden bungalows with fans, situated in a quiet area on 200m2.
Ref: BW0315
Rental Price 95,000,000 IDR/$6370.00 USD per year For Sale: 995,000,000 IDR/ $70,750.00 USD
Ref: BW0313
Price: 100,000,000 IDR/$7,100.00 USD per year
Business for Sale - Gili Air Ref: BW038
Property Name: Firda Homestay Land Size: 212m2
Business for Rent - Gili Air Ref: BW0036
Property Name: H.N.R. Guesthouse
Only 170m from harbor, 4 modern and clean units with reception. Access on a main road. Business running well. IMB, Certificate, SHM.
8 Units all with en-suites, 4 with air-con & hot water. 26m of main road frontage. Large spacious garden. Modern rooms clean and brand new! Perfectly fenced for privacy.
Price: 1,300,000,000 IDR/$92,400.00 USD
Price: 200,000,000 IDR/$14,200.00 USD per year
Business for Rent - Gili Trawangan Ref: BW00069
Property Name: Sunrise 2 Land Size: 600m2
Business for Rent - Gili Air Ref: BW0312
Property Name: Jibril Guesthouse
9 Modern clean Lumbung style bungalows, 2 of them double story with flat screen TV’s. Luxuries include bathtubs, beautiful gardens, a kitchen, bar and reception. The water tower and generator are included. Situated on a main road only 200m from the beach.
7 Lumbung and bungalow style rooms with a restaurant on 28m road frontage. Family home has 4 rooms with en-suites and air-con.
Price: 250,000,000 IDR/$17,800.00 USD per year
Price 150,000,000 IDR/$10,640.00 USD per year
Business for Rent - Gili Air Ref: BW0314 Property Name: Dwi Inn Land Size: 600m2 6 bungalows with air-con set amongst beautiful gardens. A restaurant, kitchen, lobby & storeroom on a main road.
Land for Sale - Gili Air (Ref: BW015)
Price: 200,000,000 IDR/$14,220.00 USD per year
Price: 500,000,000 IDR/$35,500.00 USD
Land for Sale - Gili Trawangan (Ref: BW021)
Land for Sale - Gili Meno (Ref: BW001)
Price: 6,000,000,000 IDR/$428,000.000 IDR negotiable
Price: 150,000,000 IDR/$10,700.00 USD per 100m2
Land Size: 5000m2 Situated alongside Green Diamond Villas.
Land Size: 300m2. Own a piece of paradise in the heart of Gili Air. 10m Road frontage.
Land Size: 2HA 8900m2 Certificate SHM with 159m Beachfront Location.
D e h t r e e a v m i L Tel: +62 812 3716 0824 | Email: gillbluewaterproperty@gmail.com Pt. Air Biru Property dan Investasi, Blues Corner, Gili Air, Lombok Barat, Indonesia * Prices subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
Land for Rent or Sale Gili Meno
Land for Sale Gili Trawangan Ref: BW0408 & BW0409
Land Size: 1989 m2 & 2006 m2 Situated only 400m from the beach on Gili Trawangan. Purchase either separately or together. PMA Available. HGB. No land transfer fees and can build directly.
Price: 170,000,000 IDR/$12,130.00 USD per 100m2
Ref: BW0090/91/92
Land Size: 6000m2 Huge opportunity! 3 blocks of 2000m2 each on the Main road, SHM, good for building accommodation and Villas, close to the lake. for the term ) For rent: 90,000,000 IDR per 100m2 ( perofyear the contract. For sale: 120,000,000 IDR per 100m2
Land for Sale Gili Meno
Land for Sale Gili Air
Land Size: 3000m2
Land Size: 2HA 1500m2
Ref: BW034
Ref: BW9193
Only 300m from beach on a main road. SHM Certificate. Villas are already built around this land.
Available for large-scale development.
Price: 135,000,000 IDR/$9580.00 USD per 100m2
Price: 300,000,000 IDR/$21,229.00 USD per 100m2
Land for Sale Gili Air
Land for Rent Gili Air
Ref: BW076
Land Size: 8300m2 This vacant land is the last of it’s kind of Gili Air. Close to the harbor with sunrise and sunset views. Perfect for accommodation, restaurant, bar and dive center. Potential for subdivision.
Price: 450,000,000 IDR/$31,900.00 USD per 100m2
175m Beachfront in a prime location.
Ref: BW026
Land Size: 2500m2
One bungalow. SHM Certificate.
20m main road frontage situated only 100m from the beach. (negotiable)
Price: 235,000,000IDR / $16,770.00 USD per year
Land for Sale Gili Air
Villa for Rent
Land Size: 7400m2
Land Size: 1500m2
Ref: BW035
Beachfront Land on the West side of the island. Main Road frontage. Sunset Point. SHM Certificate.
Price 300,000,000 IDR/$21,407.00 USD per 100m2
Gili Trawangan Ref: BW022
Stylish Green Diamond Villa with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, SHM Certificate with a pool. Situated in lush surrounds.
Price: 175,000,000 IDR/$11,700.00 USD per year
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GILI FOODS
SOYBEAN
Millions of people around the world have been inspired to alter their eating habits by switching to a vegetarian or vegan based diet and so the humble soybean has come into its own as a major source of food protein. ‘Kedelai’ in Bahasa Indonesia, is the legume native to East Asia and is one of the most vital components of the Indonesian diet. Soybeans or Glysine Max, is classified as an oilseed, rather than a pulse, and are consumed daily in Indonesia in the form of tahu and tempe. This versatile legume features in many dishes such as curries, stir-fries, gado-gado, sates and soups. Soymilk, an alternative to dairy, is delicious in smoothies and can be enjoyed by the lactose-intolerant. Soybeans contain all 8 essential amino acids, vitamin K, riboflavin, folate, vitamin B6, thiamine and vitamin C. Rich in iron, manganese, phosphorus, copper, potassium, magnesium, zinc, selenium and calcium, this little bean packs a mineral punch. First writings citing tofu, date back to 902AD and since then, their illustrious history has been recorded. During the US Civil War, soybeans were used instead of coffee beans and their components are now found in ink, candles, cleaning and personal-care products and more recently, in renewable fuel. The soybean plant has the ability to use nitrogen in the air. The microorganisms that live on the roots of the soybean, convert this nitrogen into a form the plant can use, thereby creating its own fertilizer. Ingenious! Gililife 72
RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
THE ORANGE RESTAURANT Restaurant, Gili Air
INGREDIENTS TEMPE
THIS WEEKS DELICIOUS RECIPE:
Tempe Goreng
100g tempe 1 egg 4 tbsp wheat flour ½ teaspoon ground white pepper 4 pinches of salt
SAMBAL 1 tomato 1/2 cm terassi (shrimp paste) 2 small chilis 1 lime ½ teaspoon of white sugar
WITH SPICY SAMBAL!! PREPARATION - TEMPE • Blend the tempe and egg. Add the salt and pepper. • Once blended it will become a dough-like consistency. Place in a bowl and sir in the flour until the texture is even. • Roll out the dough, cut into any style of your choice and deep fry until golden and crisp.
PREPARATION - SAMBAL • Blend or crush all ingredients using a blender or mortar & pestle (excluding the lime). Once the ingredients have broken down into a paste, add lime to taste. Place the sambal into a small dish alongside the crispy tempe.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS Enjoy one of Indonesians most famous dishes by dipping the crispy Tempe Goreng into the Sambal Sauce! This recipe serves one to two people. 73 Gililife
GILI RECIPE
RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
RAJA BAR
Restaurant, Gili Air
INGREDIENTS 120ml freshly squeezed orange juice 80g beetroot chunks 80g carrot cut into small pieces
TRY THIS HEALTHY DRINK:
MORNING GLORY JUICE PREPARATION • Place all ingredients inside the juicer and once liquefied, place inside a shaker with ice, shake well and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS • This recipe serves one person and is rich in nutrients and beneficial vitamin A, C B9, manganese, potassium and iron.
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