Sea View Bungalow Gili Asahan Eco Lodge Lombok

It would be our pleasure to welcome you to this little slice of paradise and share the wild beauty of the Lombok Barat Gili's Archipelago with you. Surround yourself with sun, sea, fish, coral gardens, birdsongs and the cool sea breeze blowing through the trees. Enjoy a fresh local sea-food based menu cooked with an Italian twist at our onsite restaurant Nautilus. Let us indulge you and liven your senses; let the gentle waters carry your worries away. Located steps away from the white beach and crystal clear waters populated with gardens of brightly colored coral and tropical fish the Bungalows are ideal for those seeking the ‘Crusoe’ feeling with added comforts. All Bungalow units are equipped with solar panel powered lights, a safety box, an en-suite bathroom with a small private garden and a veranda furnished with a coffee table, sofa and hammock for all your relaxation needs. The sofa on the terrace can be converted into an extra bed with mosquito net to accommodate a third person upon request and for an additional cost. The accommodation includes breakfast at our restaurant Nautilus where we also serve a seasonal daily menu based on availability of fresh local produce at the markets. Whether you are a beer or ice tea kind of person you can enjoy beautiful sunsets with almost 360’ view of the mainland and neighboring islands from our wooden Yoga Shala located on the small hill behind the lodges. To end the beautiful day come sit on the drift wood benches surrounding the fire and enjoy the dancing flames beneath a starlit sky. The guest will have access to all communal areas and generally anywhere that isnt specified as a staff only zone or otherwise off limits zone. Afraid you will get cabin fever? There is SO much to do on the island; snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, walking, reading, tanning, swimming, swinging, or enjoying one of the many board games, books and other sports we offer here at the lodge. Still worried? Upon request we can arrange some mainland adventures! From local village tours including pottery and weaving community visit to days spend wandering through the bustling markets surrounded by exotic fruits and local street food. Waterfall excursions, secluded beaches or city tours; you name it! Just let us know what you’re into and we will make the call. Also available are guided snorkeling or diving trips to visit the different barriers in this region, outrigger boat excursions to neighboring islands and sunset cruises to the world renown surf spot Desert Point. Its only about a 5km walk around the entire island through the local village and uninhabited beaches. There is a volley ball field on the property,3 kayaks and a local style canoe for your enjoyment as well as snorkeling equipment and other beach sports gear for no additional costs. Feeling exhausted after a day or adventure, kick back and relax with a fresh juice and enjoy a good book from our book swap corner or a game of giant checkers! Located in the south west of Lombok Gili Asahan is one of the least populated of the secret Gilis in the archipelago. This slowly developing, quiet and unique region is still as isolated and wild as it was 15 years ago when the founder of the lodge first acquired the land. With breathtaking displays of nature both on land and underwater this island paradise is the perfect holiday destination for anyone seeking a tranquil place to step away from the stresses of daily life. Still wild and rooted in its culture Gili Asahan is a beautiful small pearl in the sea. You can walk around the island in about 2 hours (circumference 5 km) and find everything from hills to beaches, valleys and fields. Populated mostly by fishermen and farmers the locals are humble and friendly folk and will welcome you with a smile. The small village is located not far from the lodge; there you will find the typical daily Indonesian life unfolding before you. Surrounded by pristine seas Gili Asahan is truly a hidden treasure. At reception you will find various maps of the area and informative activities brochures as well as our very friendly and helpful staff that would gladly assist you to arrange tours or your transport to and from the island! Popular destination prices: Lembar Ferry Harbour (1.5h Travel Time) 300k, Airport (2h TT) 400k, Kuta Lombok 500k, Mataram City 400k, Senggigi 500k, Bangsal 600k ( fastboat hub to northern Gilis; Trawangan, Air and Meno) It would be our pleasure to make your stay as enjoyable and effortless as possible, so don’t hesitate to let us know how we can do that for you! We accept card or cash payments. Please note that we are not facilitate to accept American Express cards and that ALL card payments are subject to a 2% transaction fee. There is no Wi-Fi but we promise you will find a better connection! Should you need it for work we provide local sim cards at reception and can activate an internet bundle of your choice for you for additional costs. *slow, basic connection is available for emergencies, emails and (Hidden by Airbnb) to relatives to let them know you touched down in paradise!