GILI ECO TRUST

Striving to create sustainable islands and a better environment for all.

WHAT WE DO

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BIOROCK TECHNOLOGY

Biorock technology is a novel technique to create artificial coral reefs, which helps us restore the coral reefs around the Gili Islands.

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ECO EDUCATION

We offer a whole range of ecotourism information and tours. When you drop by, you can help the island even if you’re here for only a short visit.

WASTE MANAGEMENT

Gili Eco Trust manages the waste collection and recycling on Gili Trawangan. We also host weekly beach cleans every Friday evening.

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ANIMAL WELFARE

We love all animals on and around the Gili Islands. We help to protect the turtle population and continue to support projects such as Cats of Gili and STUD Horse Stables.

PROJECTS WE SUPPORT

There are many projects across the Gili Islands that we are pleased to be able to support. We do not have the resources to manage everything ourselves so we are happy to support individuals who do their bit to make the islands better for all.

CATS OF GILI

Caring for the welfare of cats on the islands through free volunteer vet clinics and a TNR programme to help manage the population of stray cats. Also providing food for stray cats.

STUD HORSE RIDING

Stud is a local riding stable which also provides a permanent home for rescued and retired horses. Happy, healthy horses is their top priority with all proceeds going directly towards their care. 

SUPARMAN'S TREEVOLUTION

We are proud partners of Pak Suparman and his Treevolution campaign. The main mission: Re-green Gili. Island trees are slowly disappearing and being replaced with high-rise concrete filled hotels.

INITIATIVES

FRIDAY BEACH CLEANUPs

The annual Race-for-Waste where ametuer, wannabe and serious athletes get together to compete in our triathlon fundraiser. Will you be a part of the swim-bike-run race around Gili Trawangan or one of the many loud spectators of this yearly event.

GILI STRONG TRIATHLONS

The annual Race-for-Waste where ametuer, wannabe and serious athletes get together to compete in our triathlon fundraiser. Will you be a part of the swim-bike-run race around Gili Trawangan or one of the many loud spectators of this yearly event.

REFILL YOUR BOTTLE STATIONS

We have established a network of more than 100 safe water refill stations to reduce the need for single-use plastic water bottles. Download the app on your way to the island, and choose the closest place to refill your water for free or a small fee.

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GET INVOLVED

Caring for our islands to make them better for all.

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When visitors come to the island they see the challenges we face on Gili Trawangan in trying to protect the ecology of our landscape. We won’t lie, it is really hard work and we have a long way to go, but by getting involved and helping to spread the word, we can make a difference together.