Islands in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Healthcare in Gili Islands: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Gili Islands
Only basic clinics on Trawangan; serious cases need a boat and ambulance to Lombok or evacuation to Bali. Insure for evacuation.
Hospitals for foreigners in Gili Islands
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Gili Clinic Trawangan | Small clinic for minor injuries; no ER |
| RSUD Provinsi NTB (Mataram) | Public hospital on Lombok; private clinics in Senggigi |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: Rp300,000–700,000 ($17–39) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Indonesia: Bali and Jakarta have decent private hospitals (BIMC, Siloam); standards drop fast elsewhere. Serious cases are often evacuated to Singapore, so get insurance with evacuation.
- Pharmacies: Apotek (Kimia Farma, Guardian, Century) are common; antibiotics officially need a prescription, but enforcement is patchy.
- Health spending: US$132 per person a year (2023); 0.5 doctors per 1,000 people (2023), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Fire 113 · All emergencies 112.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Indonesia, but treatment for visitors is paid upfront.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Gili Islands for foreigners?
Gili Clinic Trawangan: Small clinic for minor injuries; no ER
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Gili Islands?
About Rp300,000–700,000 ($17–39) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Indonesia?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Indonesia expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Indonesia
- Wonderful Indonesia (Ministry of Tourism)
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