Gili Islands (Gili Air / Trawangan)
Also known as: Gili Air, Gili Trawangan, Three Gilis
Turquoise water, Rinjani views
Wind & season
Wind, water and season at this West Nusa Tenggara, off NW Lombok, Indonesia spot - what to expect and when to come.
Aug to October (thermic)
Thermic 18-25 kn, gusts over 30
Low-moderate; short window
mid-Aug to end-Oct
High; strong inter-island current
Weak / inconsistent wind; relaunch hard in current
The water
Chop; strong tidal current in channels
Shallow reef to deep channel
28-29 C
Boardshorts
Skill & group fit
Advanced (current)
4 (advanced)
Small
Easy access but marginal, unreliable wind
Getting there & schools
Beach near Scallywag (Gili Air), no rocks or coral
Fast boats between islands
Lombok / Gili kite operators seasonal; Confirm.
Tourist bars, dive shops, hotels
Diving, snorkeling with turtles, nightlife
Touristy; not kite-focused
Permits & safety
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Strong tidal current, coral, boat traffic
Local boats
Limited; clinics on Lombok
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand wind-sport spot report. Coordinates are approximate.