Gili Meno is the ideal Notion of Deserted Island Paradise. And no, you don’t need a partner to enjoy this ultimate paradise island. The island is perfect for families and solo travelers alike, seeking a perfect slice of island life, with a cherry on top. In our humble opinion, Gili Meno is The best Gili island worth visiting.
"Gili Meno has the finest white sand beaches in the Gilis, and the calmest, clearest waters, with just the odd fishing boat docked along the shore."
In contrast to Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno is far, far less crowded. You won’t hear the thumping of loud music at night, well not from the island itself. You might hear the faint echo of dance music from the neighboring islands (and late night party boats floating in the pitch black ocean). You might chuckle at the thought of wasting a beautiful balmy night in a floating disco. Then again, everyone has a different idea on what constitutes a fantastic holiday.
Gili Meno is the best island in the Gilis for spotting turtles. Snorkeling boats from the other Gilis and Lombok are always floating between Gili Meno and Gili Air where the Meno Wall dive site is situated. Visitors have even spotted turtles while snorkeling just off Gili Meno’s shallow reef. What can we say, if Gili Meno is good enough for these timeless creatures, it’s certainly good enough
for us.
The Gili Meno vibe
Nestled between the three Gilis, Gili Meno’s untouched beaches and calm waters are the perfect island getaway.Gili Meno is the smallest and least developed island in the Gilis. That’s because the Lonely Planet started a rumor in the 90s that the saline lake on the island created mosquito problems. The rumor was not true, but scared off the crowds anyway. This turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Today, Gili Meno is the most untouched and charming island in the Gilis.
" Nestled between the three Gilis, Gili Meno’s untouched beaches and calm waters are the perfect island getaway."
The beaches on Gili Meno outdo the beaches on the other Gilis — powder white and barely a tout in sight. Getting around the island is easy, all you have to do is walk. Like the other Gilis, you won’t find any motorized vehicles on the island. A leisurely stroll around the entire island takes less than two hours, or half a day if you wander into the heart of the island and stop to chat with the
locals.
" The Island Gili Meno is one of the most important places in the world to me. The island itself is tiny, pristine, sandy, blue water, palm trees. It's a perfect circle with a single path that goes around it, and you can walk the whole circumference in about an hour. It's located almost exactly on the equator, and so there's a changelessness about its daily cycles. The sun comes up on one side of the island at about 6:30 in the morning and goes down on the other side at around 6:30 PM, every day of the year. There is no spot on this from which you cannot her the ocean." Elizabeth Gilbert (In her Book : Eat, Pray, Love = One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia)
It’s gloriously peaceful in Gili Meno. Within minutes of arriving on the island, you’ll feel yourself sink into a new dimension of relaxation. It’s out of this world. The worries of the modern life melt away instantly. You have to experience this for yourself, then you’ll see why we keep telling you: Gili Meno is The ultimate paradise island.
Gili Meno Crowd
Gili Meno is the most family friendly of the Gilis, and a popular honeymoon destination. Nightlife is practically non-existent. The activities of choice are snorkeling, island hopping, diving, long walks on the beach, exploring the island on foot, reading on a hammock and splashing around in the sea. All top qaulity activities if you ask us.
The calm and shallow waters and are safe for the kids, and the lack of TV means equals quality time with your loved ones. It’s also a great place for solo travelers seeking a Robinson Crusoe moment.
Where to stay in Gili Meno
Accommodation on Gili Meno is around IDR400,000 – IDR1,500,000 a night.
Budget accommodation fills up quickly, especially in high season. So book Your accommodation before you arrive, or face a long and possibly fruitless search for a place to sleep.
But if you’re after something truly special, then a stay in the island’s Kura Kura Resorts Gili Meno is highly recommended. Kura Kura Gili Meno is as close to the beachfront and located in the harbor, the heart of Gili Meno , has a waterfront Restaurant, Mojo Spa Massage, swimming pool, pool table and mini mart.
Gili Meno Amenities
There is only 1 ATM on Gili Meno, located next door to Kura Kura Resort Gili Meno so bring enough cash for the duration of your stay. If you run out of cash on the island, The other option is to hop on a local ferry to Gili Trawangan or Gili Air where there are a few of ATMs.
Internet connectivity on Gili Meno is good enough to check your emails and get on Facebook, but it’s really a place to switch off completely and make the most of your time in supreme paradise.
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