Is Gili Trawangan Expensive?

Is Gili Trawangan expensive to visit?

While Gili Trawangan is a popular destination, it is also very affordable and not expensive to visit. The average daily cost is just $37. This is actually one of the main reasons why it's so popular with tourists. When compared to other cities in Asia, many travelers find it to be a reasonably affordable destination. It's in the top 25% of destinations in Asia for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to Cochin and Jaisalmer.

How expensive is Gili Trawangan?

Travelers spend an average of $37 per day when visiting Gili Trawangan (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Gili Trawangan here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Gili Trawangan?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to Gili Trawangan costs around $110 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $220.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Gili Trawangan?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Gili Trawangan will cost around $256 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $513.

Is it expensive to backpack in Gili Trawangan?

Gili Trawangan is a popular backpacker destination with more than 20 hostels. Dorm beds in hostels cost, on average, $10 per night. (See hostel prices in Gili Trawangan here.) You'll find quite a range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $26 and the cheapest around $0 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Gili Trawangan.

• $0 for a dorm bed at My Mate's Place
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• $10 for a dorm bed at M Box
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• $7 for a dorm bed at Gili La Boheme
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Gili Trawangan?

In Gili Trawangan, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $4 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $10.

• 5H All Inclusive Breakfast &Snorkeling Cruise on Utopia Catamaran: $107
• Lombok Private Tour Waterfall And Traditional Village Including Beach: $55
• Kuta Tour (South Of Lombok Beutiful Tour): $49
• Private Snorkeling Experience in Gili Trawangan: $22
• 5H All Inclusive Sunset & Snorkeling Cruise on Utopia Catamaran: $107
• Gili Hai 3 Islands BBQ Cruise: $72
• Gili Hai 3 Islands BBQ Sunset Cruise: $72
• Lombok Private Customize Tour: $85

Is food expensive in Gili Trawangan?

In Gili Trawangan, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $7 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $16.

• Gili Trawangan Sunset BBQ Dinner Cruise with snorkeling: $91
• Learn to cook authentic Indonesian food at Gili Cooking Classes: $29
• Sweet and Spicy - Indonesian Cooking Class in Gili Trawangan: $28

Is transportation expensive in Gili Trawangan?

The prices of local transportation in Gili Trawangan can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $3 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $9. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.