Private Car and Fast Boat
Private Car and Fast Boat
This private vehicle and fast boat combo is the most straightforward way to get from Lombok International Airport to the Gili Islands.
Upon landing, a driver will be waiting in arrivals holding a sign with your name. From there, you will enjoy a 90-minute private car ride to Teluk Kodek Harbour, followed by a fast boat crossing to your chosen Gili Island: Gili Trawangan, Gili Air or Gili Meno.
The whole journey is bookable as a single package through Gilitickets, with no fixed departure time: you choose when you travel. The service is operated by Gili Speed Boat, a licensed water taxi operator running on this stretch since 2000. The same package covers the return trip from the Gili Islands back to Lombok Airport.
Private Car and Fast Boat
Capacity 8 pax
Max speed 25 knots
Departure time Choose your own
Luggage 25 kg per pax
Service
GPS•Colour radar•Echo sounder•Compass
Safety Equipment
Life jackets•First aid kit•Fire extinguishers
Amendment Policy
Free changes up to 24h before departure.
Cancellation Policy
+48h: Full refund Under 48h / no-show: No refund A cancellation fee may apply.
Private Car and Fast Boat: Route
The private car and fast boat transfer is a two-leg journey booked as a single package:
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Private car: Your driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall at Lombok International Airport holding a sign with your name. The private car takes you directly to Teluk Kodek Harbour on the northwest coast of Lombok. The drive takes approximately 90 minutes, depending on traffic.
- Fast boat: At Teluk Kodek, you board the fast boat for the crossing to your chosen Gili Island. Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili Meno are all served. Crossing times range from 5 to 15 minutes depending on your destination.
Lombok Airport → Teluk Kodek → Gili Trawangan
Lombok Airport → Teluk Kodek → Gili Air
Lombok Airport → Teluk Kodek → Gili Meno
Safety Equipment
Private car
The private cars used for the airport transfer are well maintained and regularly serviced. All vehicles are fitted with seat belts for all passengers. Drivers are experienced on the Lombok Airport to Teluk Kodek route.
Fast boat
Gili Speed Boat is a licensed operator with a good safety record. Every fast boat carries the safety equipment required under Indonesian maritime regulations, including:
- Life jackets for all passengers, stored under the seats
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguishers
Navigation and communications equipment onboard includes a GPS, Samyung colour radar, Furuno echo sounder, marine radio and multiple VHF transceivers.
Fast Boat Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Hull material | Alloy |
| Length | 5 metres |
| Beam | 2 metres |
| Passenger capacity | 8 passengers |
| Maximum speed | 25 knots |
| Engine | Suzuki 200 HP |
Practical Information
Departure time
There is no fixed departure time. You choose when you travel during the booking process.
The service runs daily until midnight, making it a practical option for late-evening arrivals at Lombok Airport.
Early and late surcharges
Additional charges apply for departures outside standard hours and are payable in cash directly to the captain on the day of travel:
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Before 07:00: Additional charge of IDR 100,000
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After 18:00: Additional charge of IDR 50,000
Luggage
The maximum luggage allowance is 25 kg per passenger. The fast boat has limited storage space, so passengers with oversized or bulky luggage should plan accordingly
Amendment Policy
Date and time changes are free of charge up to 24 hours before departure, subject to availability.
Cancellation Policy
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More than 48 hours before departure: 100% refund (minus 10% cancellation fee)
- Less than 48 hours before departure or no-show: No refund
Frequently Asked Questions: Private Car and Fast Boat
How does the private car and fast boat transfer work?
Your driver will be waiting in arrivals at Lombok Airport with a name sign. They will take you by private car to Teluk Kodek Harbour (approximately 90 minutes), where you board a fast boat for the crossing to your chosen Gili Island. Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili Meno are all served. The whole journey takes around 2 hours.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. This transfer must be booked at least 24 hours before your planned departure time. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive an email with your driver's details and full journey information.
Can I choose my own departure time?
Yes. There is no fixed timetable. You select your preferred departure time during the booking process. The service runs daily until midnight, including late-evening and early-morning transfers.
Is this transfer available for the return trip from the Gili Islands to Lombok Airport?
Yes. The same private car and fast boat package covers the return journey: fast boat from your Gili Island to Teluk Kodek, then private car to Lombok Airport. You can book the return at the same time as your outward transfer.