# BlueWater Express

> BlueWater Express is a Bali-based fast boat operator running daily scheduled passenger services from Bali to Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, Lombok (Bangsal) and Nusa Penida. Operating since [2006], it is the longest-running fast boat company on the Bali–Gili route and the only one departing from both South Bali (Serangan) and East Bali (Padang Bai).

## Key facts

- Operator: BlueWater Express (PT Bluewater Safaris Indonesia), Bali, Indonesia
- In operation since: [2006]
- Bali departure ports: Serangan (South Bali, best for Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Uluwatu) and Padang Bai (East Bali, best for Ubud, Central and East Bali)
- Destinations: Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, Bangsal (Lombok), Nusa Penida. Gili Meno is reached by local boat from Gili Air or Gili Trawangan.
- Daily departures: [2] per day depending on season; 08:00 from both ports, 11:00 from Serangan in peak season, 13:00 from Padang Bai [confirm]
- Crossing time to Gili Trawangan: about [2 hr 30 min] from Padang Bai, [3 hr] from Serangan
- Fares: one-way from [IDR 1100000] per adult; online promotions of 10–20% run through the year
- Included: Bali hotel pick-up and drop-off in [areas – confirm included or extra], mineral water, cold towels, sweets, motion-sickness tablets; luggage up to 25 kg plus one hand-carry bag
- Fleet: four fast boats – BlueWater Express XIV (2024, 26 m, 84 seats, air-conditioned), XII (2023, 26 m, 84 seats, air-conditioned), BlueWater Express X (2019, 70 seats) and BlueWater Express IX (2017, 70 seats)
- Safety: ISM certified; SOLAS life jackets for all passengers, life rafts for everyone on board, EPIRB distress beacon, marine VHF radio, GPS
- Cancellation policy: 50% refund more than 48 hours before departure; non-refundable within 48 hours. Weather cancellations can be rescheduled or fully refunded.
- Reviews: [TripAdvisor rating, e.g. 4.1 from 1132 reviews]
- Booking: online at https://bluewater-express.com/reservation/ or by phone [6281138120099], 07:00–20:00 Bali time (UTC+8)

## Routes and schedules

- [Fast boat Bali to Gili Islands](https://bluewater-express.com/bali-to-gili-fast-boat/): ports, timetable, journey times, fares and FAQ
- [Schedules](https://bluewater-express.com/schedules/): current timetable for all routes
- [Boat to Nusa Penida](https://bluewater-express.com/boat-to-nusa-penida/): Bali to Nusa Penida service
- [Book online](https://bluewater-express.com/reservation/): live availability and prices

## Destinations

- [Gili Trawangan](https://bluewater-express.com/gili-trawangan/)
- [Gili Air and Gili Meno](https://bluewater-express.com/gili-air-gili-meno/)
- [Lombok](https://bluewater-express.com/lombok/)
- [South Bali – Serangan port](https://bluewater-express.com/south-bali/)
- [East and Central Bali – Padang Bai port](https://bluewater-express.com/east-and-central-bali/)

## About the company

- [FAQ and why choose us](https://bluewater-express.com/why-choose-us/): booking, routes, weather, luggage, safety, cancellations
- [Vessels](https://bluewater-express.com/vessels/): fleet specifications and safety equipment
- [Land transport](https://bluewater-express.com/land-transport/): Bali hotel transfers
- [Awards](https://bluewater-express.com/awards/)
- [Terms and conditions](https://bluewater-express.com/terms-and-conditions/)
- [Contact](https://bluewater-express.com/contact-us/)

## Optional

- [Airport transfers](https://bluewater-express.com/airport-transfer/)
- [Tours](https://bluewater-express.com/tours/)
- [Blog](https://bluewater-express.com/blog/)