The principals of Island Xpress have a combined experience of fifty years in the marine tourism industry. We appreciate that safety, reliability, comfort, service, and above all, speed; are the crucial factors in the modern tourist expectation. Our aim is to be the leader in all of these categories.

Gili Cat is a fiberglass catamaran built in Australia to international survey standard. Our 12.00m vessel is powered by twin Suzuki 250hp four stroke engines and capable of cruising comfortably at 30 knots. We seat 16 passengers under cover. We get you there in the minimum time, and as dry as when you stepped on the boat. There is ample room to stow luggage and each passenger is allowed a two bags. We have the latest in safety features and equipment, and a SOLAS standard life preserver for every passenger. Characteristics and facilities on board: fuel capacity 1400 lt, range 450 miles, toilet, radar, GPS, depth sounder, ship-to-shore radio, life raft (capsule), life preservers (SOLAS), fire extinguisher, EPIRB

With the recent completion of the coast bypass, Padangbai is only an hour away from all major tourist centers. The trip to the east takes you to an unspoiled region of Bali with views over the sea to Nusa Penida , and looking inland dramatic brooding volcanoes and green rice fields.

Combining a picturesque road to trip with the shortest possible sea crossing maximizes your comfort. The most fuel efficient engines available reduce your carbon footprint

Divers: Your dive bags and camera cases will not attract excess baggage charges.
Surfers: We will accept up to two boards per surfer at no additional charge.

The Gili Cat Island Express Daily Schedule
~ Departs from Padang Bai in Bali: 09.00am
~ Arrives Gili Trawangan 10.30am
~ Departs from Gili Trawangan: 11.30am
~ Depart Teluk Kode (Lombok) 12.00am
~ Arrives in Padang Bai in Bali at 1.30pm

Hotel transfers to / from - Kuta, Legian, Seminyak and Sanur included free of charge.
From other areas - Ubud, Tanjung Benoa and Nusa Dua please enquire for prices.