Recently, Gili Nanggu was advertised on the
privateislandonline.com that it will be sold to those interested. The offer
started from Rp9.99 billion (US10 million). The news was surely shocking to
most people of Indonesia. How can an island is sold while it is under the
management of the government of Indonesia. Luckily, the news doesn’t turn out
to be true.
Until today, the island is still under the government of Indonesia. The total area of the island is about 12.5 hectares. You can fins 10 cottages, 7 bungalows, 1 mini bar, 1 restaurant and a place to preserve turtles. The development of the island uses the concept of forest/virgin island. No wonder the island looks natural. It is quiet and peaceful.
Until today, the island is still under the government of Indonesia. The total area of the island is about 12.5 hectares. You can fins 10 cottages, 7 bungalows, 1 mini bar, 1 restaurant and a place to preserve turtles. The development of the island uses the concept of forest/virgin island. No wonder the island looks natural. It is quiet and peaceful.
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Location
Gili
Nanggu is situated in Sekotong District, West Lombok Regency, West Nusa
Tenggara Indonesia. It is about 30 minutes
from Lembar harbor, i.e. the harbor between Bali and Lombok. It is about one
half an hour from Lombok Internation Airport, Praya Airport. To reach the
island, you can go by boat. You need to pay for about Rp250,000 (US$26.00) for
6 people. It will take about 20 minutes from Tawun Sekotong port. Just like any
other Gili Islands, Nanggu has a panoramic view. The beach, the nature and the
surrounding area are all amazing. You can plan to travel around Lombok and
include this island. You will get wonderful experience when visiting the
island.
Activities
Gili
Nanggu offers various things to do for visitors. You can do water activities in
the beach, like snorkeling or diving. You can also rest and relax in the beach.
Sunbathing is good for you while enjoying the beautiful panorama. Enjoying the
panorama will refresh your mind. Apart from these activities, you can bike
around the island or hike with your friends. These activities are exciting
since you can enjoy the entire beautiful island. You can also interact with
local people. Ask them where you can find a place to shop souvenirs or do
anything you want. You will find that most people of this island are friendly
and kind. They will give you the best answer when ask them about anything.
Accommodations
You
can stay in Gili Nanggu Cottages when you spend the night in the island. This
is the best cottage you can find in the island. The cottage has incredible view
of the beach. You will feel comfortable while sleeping in this cottage. The
cottage has complete facilities such as air conditioner and comfortable beds.
However, for backpackers, you can stay in a cheaper lodge around the island.
Otherwise, you can stay in one of the local people’s house. You can negotiate
the rate with them. Spending the night in the local people’s will be fun.
Include this island when you visit
Lombok. You will never regret of spending your time here. You can ask your
family and friends to visit the island. Prepare your visit carefully and have a
good time in Gili Nanggu with your family and best friends.
