BlueWater Express

BlueWater Express BlueWater Express: Premium Service from South Bali and Padang Bai to Penida, Gili Islands, & Lombok

The British owned and managed BlueWater Express is the longest running, most popular fast boat service between Bali and the Gili Island and Lombok, offering speed, comfort, safety and reliability. It’s also the quickest and easiest way of traveling from Bali to Gili Islands and Lombok

30/08/2026

Good breakfast, a fresh juice, then straight to Gili Air. Not a bad way to start the day.

23/08/2026

Our deepest condolences to the people of Desa Sade following the fire on August 22nd. Our thoughts are with all the affected families during this difficult time.

You may have noticed that over the weekend there was an earthquake in Flores, better known as the region where Komodo li...
18/08/2026

You may have noticed that over the weekend there was an earthquake in Flores, better known as the region where Komodo lies.

The earthquake measured 7.0 on the Richter scale, making it a substantial one. The nature of the tectonic plates here means quakes are often quite shallow — something that magnifies their impact.

BlueWater Express itself lies far enough away to not be impacted directly by the quake itself. However, it has impacted our team hugely.

We have several staff members who come from Flores and have been working with us to grow and develop their careers. Some of these staff, far from home, have received news of damage to property and possessions. Tragically, some have even lost family members.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected. We will be sharing some links shortly to help raise funds for those impacted, and we will also be supporting local groups on the ground aiding the region's recovery.

Keep safe!

The BlueWater Express Team

07/08/2026

Still can't move on from Gili T, this island keeps a piece of my heart

05/08/2026

The daily routine looks like this in the Gili Islands

August is peak season in the Gili Islands, and unlike a lot of places where that just means more crowds and higher price...
04/08/2026

August is peak season in the Gili Islands, and unlike a lot of places where that just means more crowds and higher prices, here it actually means the islands are at their best.
The turtle population around all three islands is as active as it gets all year. If you’ve been thinking about going, August is a very good time to stop thinking.

22/07/2026

I am going to need you to stop scrolling for a second. This is not edited.

This is not a filter. This is what the water looks like in the Gili Islands in July. Visibility runs 15 to 20 metres in dry season. The reef is intact.

The turtles are there every day, west reef at Gili T, east reef at Gili Air, both accessible without a dive cert. The reef sharks cruise the deeper sections off the north point. This is just what is in the water here.

15/07/2026

Kuta Lombok isn't Kuta Bali, and in July that's exactly the point 🏄
The south coast picks up the southwest swell, making it one of Indonesia's better spots for intermediate surfers this time of year.

Selong Belanak is the beginner-friendly wave: long, gentle, consistent. Mawun is the quieter beach nearby. Gerupuk Bay has boat-access breaks for the more experienced.

It's why serious surf travellers stop in Lombok before ever reaching the Gilis.

👉 Save this for your Lombok surf trip 🌴
📍 Kuta Lombok, Indonesia

We cross from Bali daily, with Lombok on the route.

Address

Jalan Tukad Punggawa, Br. Ponjok/Serangan
Denpasar
80229

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 21:00
Thursday 08:00 - 21:00
Friday 08:00 - 21:00
Saturday 08:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 21:00

Telephone

+623618951111

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