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Lombok & the Gilis holidays
Best time to visit Lombok & the Gilis
The strongest period is April to October. March and November are good shoulder-season alternatives if you prefer fewer crowds. Daytime highs average about 30°C across the main season. Some rain is likely, even in the better months.
How much does a trip to Lombok & the Gilis cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £25 a day at the budget end, around £55 a day mid-range and £185+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £950 to £1330 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £560 off-peak, £720 typically and £970 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes. Available accommodation spans cheap & cheerful, simple, comfortable, premium and luxury. The quiz prices the highest available tier that fits your selected minimum and total budget.
What kind of holiday is Lombok & the Gilis?
Lombok & the Gilis is strongest for beaches and coastal time, adventure, and switching off. The main settings are tropical islands, coastal scenery, and mountains, and the pace is active.
Strong fit if
- You want beaches and coastal time, adventure, and switching off.
- You enjoy active days and getting outdoors.
Think twice if
- You mainly want to stay by a pool or on one beach.
- You want lively nightlife every evening.
Travel from the UK
Allow roughly 16.5 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time. This is a substantial journey, so ten nights or more will usually make better use of the travel time.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lombok & the Gilis?
The strongest period is April to October. March and November are also worth considering for lower crowds. Main-season daytime highs average about 30°C. Some rain is likely, even in the better months.
How much does a trip to Lombok & the Gilis cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £25 a day at the budget end, around £55 a day mid-range and £185+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £950 to £1330 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £560 off-peak, £720 typically and £970 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes.
How long is the flight or journey to Lombok & the Gilis from the UK?
Allow roughly 16.5 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time.
Who is Lombok & the Gilis good for?
Lombok & the Gilis best suits travellers looking for beaches and coastal time, adventure, and switching off. Expect tropical islands, coastal scenery, and mountains, with an active pace.