Gili Air to Gili Meno
Gili Meno sits just a few minutes by boat from Gili Air, and it is one of the easiest inter-island hops in the Gili Islands.
Karya Bahari runs eight scheduled departures daily, with the crossing taking around five minutes. Tickets start from €9.
For travellers who prefer to set their own departure time, Gili Speed Boat offers a private water taxi service on the same route, available until Midnight.
Both operators are licensed and hold a good safety record.
Gili Air to Gili Meno
Cheapest price From €9.00
Journey time ~5 min
Departures 8 scheduled/day
+ on demand
+ on demand
Operators
Karya BahariCheapest • Gili Speed BoatPrivate
Gili Air to Gili Meno Operators
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Karya Bahari: The standard choice for this crossing. A local inter-Gili shuttle service with a reliable track record and frequent daily departures. Speed boats without air-conditioning, which is not a drawback on a five-minute crossing. Luggage is limited to 15kg per passenger. Check in at the Karya Bahari office at Gili Air Harbour at least 30 minutes before departure.
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Gili Speed Boat: A private water taxi service operating since 2000. Bookable on demand with your choice of departure time, and available until midnight. The practical choice if your schedule does not fit Karya Bahari's fixed timetable.
Gili Air to Gili Meno Travel Tips
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Gili Meno has no ATMs: Card acceptance is limited on the island and there are no cash machines. Withdraw enough Rupiah before you leave Gili Air to cover accommodation, food and any port charges on arrival.
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Luggage limit is 15kg on Karya Bahari: This is lower than most operators serving longer routes in the region. If you are travelling with more, check with Karya Bahari ahead of time to avoid extra charges at the pier.
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Gili Speed Boat for flexible timing: If you plan to spend the day on Gili Meno and want the option to return at any hour, Gili Speed Boat operates until midnight and covers the return leg on demand.
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Gili Meno also has no motorised vehicles: Like Gili Air, the island is car and motorbike free. From the harbour, accommodation is reachable on foot or by cidomo. If your guesthouse is on the far side of the island, arrange a pick-up in advance or be prepared to walk with your bags.
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Gili Meno is easy to do as a day trip: With eight daily departures in each direction, a day trip from Gili Air to Gili Meno is straightforward. The island is small enough to explore on foot in a few hours. The snorkelling around Gili Meno is particularly good, with turtles regularly spotted in the waters off the east and north coasts.
Gili Meno to Gili Air
Karya Bahari runs eight daily return sailings from Gili Meno back to Gili Air.
Gili Speed Boat also covers the return as a private water taxi, bookable on demand.
You can add the return leg to your booking on Gilitickets at the same time as the outbound crossing.
Frequently Asked Questions: Gili Air to Gili Meno
How long is the boat from Gili Air to Gili Meno?
The crossing from Gili Air to Gili Meno takes approximately 5 minutes. Gili Air and Gili Meno are neighbouring islands separated by a short stretch of water.
How much does the boat from Gili Air to Gili Meno cost?
Tickets from Gili Air to Gili Meno start from €9. Use the search box above for the latest prices and live availability.
What time are the boats from Gili Air to Gili Meno?
Karya Bahari runs 8 daily departures from Gili Air to Gili Meno: 9:05, 10:05, 11:05, 12:05, 13:05, 14:05, 15:05 and 16:05. Gili Speed Boat operates as a private water taxi with no fixed timetable; you choose your departure time when booking.
Can I get a private boat from Gili Air to Gili Meno?
Yes. Gili Speed Boat runs a private water taxi on demand between Gili Air and Gili Meno. You choose your departure time at the point of booking, and the service is available until midnight.