To get to the most picturesque islands you cannot avoid taking a ferry. Some destinations are served by larger and more stable car ferries, others are connected by smaller but faster high speedboats or catamarans. If you easily get seasick, avoid travelling by catamaran which rides the waves when the sea is rough – rather opt for a high speed boat as it cuts the water what results in a less rock-and-rolling trip. Also, taking a seat on an upper open-air deck may help weather high waves. Gili Getaway offers online tickets for ferry trips – it is not even necessary to pop in at their office to buy one.
What are the Main Stations of Gili Getaway?
Gili Getaway ferries travel to a number of popular destinations. The list of the stations serviced by Gili Getaway includes but is not limited to:
Gili Gede
Gili Trawangan Pier
Serangan Pier
Bangsal Pier
Buyuk Harbor
Gili Air
Kerobokan Transfer
Nusa Penida
Sanur Transfer
Umalas Transfer
Jimbaran Transfer
Nusa Dua Transfer
Gili Trawangan Gili Getaway
Seminyak Transfer
Lembongan Gili Getaway
Serangan Pier Gili Getaway
Kuta Transfer
Legian Transfer
Tanjung Benoa Transfer
Denpasar Airport
Senggigi Pier
Denpasar Transfer
Happy Chappy Restaurant
What are the Most Popular Routes of Gili Getaway?
Here are some of the most popular piers covered by Gili Getaway’s schedule:
What are the Ferry Classes & Prices of Gili Getaway?
The rule of thumb is the faster the boat, the higher the price is. Before booking, decide whether you need an express service or slower options are also acceptable. The rates for the latter are much more affordable. Yet the difference in the travel time may be really huge, so always check how long the ferry trip takes before you book your ticket. Also, the availability of some classes can be limited and always requires advanced booking. Always remember to check the pier your boat leaves from and docks at to choose the most convenient one for your onward trip and read other travellers' reviews.
Pros & Cons of Ferry Travel
Pros of Ferry Travel
To take a ship is the only way to reach some of the islands. And in many cases – some of the most beautiful, postcard and paradise islands you have always wished to go!
Different ticket classes are often available so you will be able to choose the fare, level of comfort, travel time, and schedule which suits you best.
Book online to save time – on many routes, booking in advance is an absolute must. In the first place, it concerns longer trips, trips on busy periods like national holidays, long weekends or high season. It is a good idea to book at least several days prior to your travel date if your route is served by a limited number of trips per day, too.
Travelling by ferry is fun. It is always nice to have a look at the places you have visited from another angle – well, in this case – from water. Almost any destination looks terrific from water and you will have a great opportunity to take brilliant pictures.
Cons of Ferry Travel
Getting seasick is the major concern for ferry travellers. The longer is the trip and the rougher the sea is, the more chances to feel your stomach protesting. To make your trip more enjoyable, take the medicine half an hour before your trip and follow our recommendations from above.
Ferry trips are highly weather dependent. It means that on rainy days departures can be delayed or even cancelled. It is not an uncommon thing to close the ferry connections even with bigger islands during stormy weather for several days. It means you should keep this possibility in mind if your ferry trip connects with a flight – chances to get to the mainland later than expected can be high during certain periods.
Small vessel, very helpful andd assistive staff, excellent service with additional shuttle to our final accommodation.
We had a great time on board - Thanks GiliGetaway-Team!
Ferry Giligetaway 2, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), May 24, 2026
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Alexander K
Very nice boat, good service including pick up at the hotel
Ferry Giligetaway 2, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), May 10, 2026
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Maria P
2 stars for getting me& the bags to the destination in one piece. I am not sure why I paid this much money (almost as much as the ferry but the Ekajaya ferry had no times that suit me on that day) for this journey. It advertised that it has aircon and free water- there were fans that were not on and windows open, was quite hot but not the worst. There was filtered water but not sure how I was gonna get to it as I was going up/down, right/left with how fast the boat was driving. I am not seasick but it was so bad I was worried. At least it was not very crowded. Was 15 mins late.
Ferry Giligetaway 2, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), May 6, 2026
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Gisela C
Even with the delay, we arrived more or less on time. Everything was in order and fast. Great crew!
Amazing support all the way throughout our journey. We were checked -in, boarded, met at our destination and guided to taxi. I can’t thank them enough for excellent service. The boat itself is a dream: new, clean, small and comfortable. Highly recommended.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Feb 28, 2026
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Jean L
On time,efficient. Everything as planned
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Dec 5, 2025
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Raewyn B
Booked online emails of confirmation and tickets came almost instantly. Driver messaged on WhatsApp and arrived on time as planned. Smooth drop off to awaiting staff at ferry terminal and lead out to boat. Boat trip fine fresh air via windows wet towels prior to arrival and arrived on time
The boat crew was kind and professional. Really appreciated the cool washcloth toward the end of a bumpy trip!
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Aug 28, 2025
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Stefania D
The weather was good, and the trip was fine. However, the travel time predicted by 12go is completely incorrect. It takes 2.5 hours if everything goes well. They almost always miss the scheduled departure time. Otherwise, the boat was fine, and the trip went well.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Aug 27, 2025
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Jan E
Comfortable Trip, kind staff, not as dubious as other providers
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Aug 21, 2025
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Maik I
Everything was on time and well organized. Only improvement could be better directions, how to find the Gili Gateway office at Bangsal pier. It was very small and hard to find.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Aug 21, 2025
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Till K
Very good and fast option to get from Gili Gede to Bali without having to travel back to Lombok mainland.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Aug 19, 2025
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Birte D
Very well organized and on time.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Aug 4, 2025
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Jun 23, 2025
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Laurie F
Got the transfer direct from my hotel (although advertisement says it’s free I paid 50MYR pp), to the pier where we were given anti sickness pills and mentos. The crew were very professional and kept us informed. We sat on the top and despite getting splashed for the last 30m due to choppy water we really enjoyed it!
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Jun 19, 2025
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Mathew R
Very smooth process and friendly staff. I had no stress.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Jun 2, 2025
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Paul S
Firstly, i would 100 % use Gili Getaways again. The boat trip itself was very good, the boat staff were helpful and friendly and the boat was in good condition and ran to time at all stops.
The biggest let down which is why I've dropped 1 star was the staff at Gili Gede booking office who try and almost scare you into booking a car with them and them alone, whether it be a private car or a shared shuttle.
We were told that there was no other option at Serangan Port.....
After a short google search we said no and decided to fend for ourselves.
On arrival at Serangan we collected our bags and walked less than a minute away from the main port area where we were offered countless taxi rides. In the end we got a Grab but we do understand that they are tricky to get to pick up from the port (but not impossible).
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), May 31, 2025
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Dennis J
Everything was well organized.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), May 20, 2025
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Maelle Z
By FAR the best ferry experience we had on our entire trip. Well organized, on time, boat comfortable. Perfect trip. And trust me it’s rare !
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), May 13, 2025
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Jan P
Everything went smoothly. The boat was punctual which is not usual here.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), May 8, 2025
Honestly it was good, i don’t understand bad reviews on this company. I got picked up on time, staff was helpful and friendly, boat was on time, everything was good. It’s more expensive that other fast boats but honestly it is worth paying a little more for what we got with this company. I’ve traveled with others before and this is the best one so far. I get that fast boat rides can be a little scary and reckless for people not used to them, but the staff know what they are doing. I recommend!
The boat was very nice, we sat on the top open air deck and very much enjoyed the journey. Beach towels, sunscreen, and a cold towel at the end of the trip was provided. The crew was also super friendly.
Super friendly staff, only 15 mins late to gilli t. Deeply regret taking gili gili back .. gili getaway was well worth the extra cost
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), May 20, 2023
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Gregor W
Although the route was changed at short notice, I arrived safely and was given a free lunch due to the "inconvenience". Arrived as stated and friendly quick email contact
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Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Dec 4, 2022
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Robin S
Hard to judge this time. Reason for that is that the government of Lombok introduced a stupid rule which makes your travel a bit more unpleasant. This particular rule says that fast boat agencies are only allwoedto drop of passengers e.g. on gili island but not to pick up. Which means, if you want to go back to Bali, you first have to travel Lombok and then continue to Bali. Which is just stupid and customer unfriendly.
Nevertheless Gili Getaway provided sufficient information on how to go back to. Overall the communication and actual travel was good. Though the sea was rough as hell.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Oct 30, 2022
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Robin S
Excellent in every way. Pick up on time, pre-boarding procedures efficient and finally the travel was very nice and on time
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Oct 24, 2022
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Gabrielle J
Very good service, departure on time, smooth ride and safe trip. The best ferry I have taken son far in Bali!
5 star voor Gili Getaway.
2 star for the ride.. the sea got really wild and everyone on deck got soaked. However. The personnel was great. Kind and helpful.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Aug 26, 2022
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Melanie S
When we opened our suitcase in the hotel after our boat ride, everything was wet.
It definitly happened on the boat ride, because the luggage was stored in the front of the boat. Very unfortunate.
The boat transfer itself was beside this very nice.
Everything was great. Driver picked us up. Were sitting comfortably on the boat deck the whole time and enjoyed the ride.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), May 23, 2022
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Armin
Pickup from the hotel was perfectly
arranged. They served free water and fresh towels. Just TOP
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Feb 23, 2020
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Matthew
Paid extra for direct trip from Nusa Penida to Gili T as it was advertised and ended up making 2 stops before Gili T.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Feb 11, 2020
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KAGEMASA
The boat glided along the surface of the sea with ease and without rocking. Pillows are available. There was also a hand towel service.
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Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Jan 29, 2020
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Glen
Everything was well organized and efficient.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Jan 21, 2020
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Mateusz
Great service
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Jan 16, 2020
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Muhammad
No AC in the boat. Rough ride. Too expensive for the quality we got
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Jan 14, 2020
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Glen
Very good service.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Jan 13, 2020
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Lorraine
Service was top notch despite the very choppy waters we faced on the waters - resulting in me puking quite a bit on the boat. The boat is generally very clean.
The crew provided cold towels , vomit bags and ensured we are alright . Toilet on the boat was kept very clean too.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Jan 3, 2020
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Nicole
Great check-in, service and staff. Made our trip from
Nusa Penida to Gili T seamless. Thanks! I would highly recommend.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Dec 12, 2019
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LUKAS
Fantastic service.. Perfect for the trip von Lembongan to Penida, especially when you stay in Lembongan (leave directly from the beach)
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Nov 28, 2019
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Bianca
Fast, easy and on time. Friendly staff and refreshment on board. How it should be. Thanks!
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Oct 24, 2019
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Tania
Uma viagem fantástica na parte de cima do barco, com atendimento fantástico da tripulação! Recomendo!
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Gili Getaway (Gili Getaway), Oct 20, 2019
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Brigitte
Everything went really smoothly! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly and the boat very nice. You could even lie on deck and got extra cushions plus towel, as well as water. We can really recommend the trip!