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14 days Bali + Lombok + Gilis

Two weeks across Bali, Lombok and the Gili Islands — the classic Indonesia island-hopping itinerary.

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Two weeks lets you combine Bali's polish with Lombok's wilder character and the Gili Islands' total relaxation. The transfers add real time but the contrast is worth it. This itinerary is the most-recommended for travellers with two weeks and a beach-and-culture priority.

Recommended split

  • Days 1–5: Bali south + Ubud
  • Days 6–9: Gili Islands (Trawangan, Air, Meno)
  • Days 10–13: Lombok (Kuta Lombok + Rinjani foothills or Senggigi)
  • Day 14: Fly home from Lombok (LOP) or fast-boat back to Bali

Day-by-day

Days 1–3: South Bali

  • Day 1: arrive, settle
  • Day 2: surf + Uluwatu + Kecak
  • Day 3: south Bali day or Nusa Penida day trip

Days 4–5: Ubud

  • Day 4: transfer Ubud, Sacred Monkey Forest, Bisma walk
  • Day 5: Mt Batur sunrise OR Tegalalang + cooking class

Day 6: transfer to Gili Islands

  • Morning fast boat from Padang Bai (Bali) to Gili Trawangan, Air or Meno (~90 min)
  • Check in, swim, sunset cocktails
  • Dinner at beachside warung

Day 7: snorkel and turtle day

  • Snorkel tour around three Gilis (turtles, statue dive sites, coral)
  • Lunch on Gili Meno
  • Afternoon at Gili Air or Trawangan
  • Sunset at the Gilis' famous west-coast bar strip

Day 8: dive day or chill day

  • Open Water dive course (3 days continuous) OR
  • Fun dive at Shark Point, Hans Reef, Manta Point
  • OR pure beach day with a yoga class

Day 9: transfer to mainland Lombok

  • Short boat to Bangsal (Lombok mainland) — 20 min
  • Drive to Senggigi or south to Kuta Lombok (1.5–3 hours)
  • Check in
  • Sunset at Senggigi or Kuta beach

Days 10–11: Kuta Lombok (surf and south coast)

  • Surf at Selong Belanak (gentle) or Mawi/Are Guling (intermediate)
  • Beach hops to Mawun, Tampah, Pink Beach
  • Sunset cocktail at Ashtari or El Bazar
  • Dinner at El Bazar or Bush Radio

Days 12–13: Senggigi or Rinjani foothills

  • Senggigi: walkable beach, more facilities, drive to Sembalun for Rinjani views
  • Or Sembalun valley for serious Rinjani trek (3 days) — only if very fit and dry season
  • Otherwise: Tetebatu rice paddies, traditional Sasak villages, Banyumulek pottery

Day 14: depart

  • If flying from Lombok (LOP): morning to airport, 90 min flight to KL/SIN/Jakarta
  • If flying from Bali (DPS): fast boat back to Bali morning (allow 4+ hours including transfer), evening international flight

Tips

  • Most international long-haul connections work better via Bali; LOP is mostly regional
  • Buy fast boat tickets through a reputable operator (BlueWater, Eka Jaya); avoid beach touts
  • For Rinjani trekking: dry season only (Apr–Oct), book through a licensed guide service in Senaru or Sembalun
  • Pack a smaller bag for the islands — fast boats charge by piece

Budget estimate (mid-range)

  • Hotels/villas (mix Bali, Gilis, Lombok): USD 80–250/night = USD 1,100–3,500
  • Food: USD 35–80/day = USD 500–1,100
  • Transport (incl. fast boats, drivers): USD 500–800
  • Activities (snorkel, dives, surf lessons): USD 250–600
  • Total 14-day estimate for two people: USD 2,400–6,000

Common mistakes

  • Spending only 1 night on Gilis (too short for the boat hassle)
  • Trying to add Komodo to a 14-day Bali-Lombok plan (it doesn't fit cleanly)
  • Booking the cheapest fast boat operators
  • Underestimating Lombok road times — south Lombok is slow
  • Doing Rinjani in wet season

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Fast boat operator quality varies. Check current TripAdvisor and operator-specific recent reviews. For Rinjani: weather windows, permit fees and guide regulations change. See disclaimer.

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