A New Year That Begins With Slow
Around the world, New Year’s is loud, crowded, and rushed — fireworks, traffic, parties, expectations.
On Gili Air, it begins differently.
Here, the new year welcomes you with barefoot evenings, warm sand underfoot, quiet music on the breeze, and the steady rhythm of the ocean.
There are no cars, no chaos, no pressure to perform the countdown perfectly — only presence, connection, and space to breathe.
For anyone longing to start 2026 feeling rested, grounded, and inspired, this island offers something rare: a truly gentle beginning.
Why Gili Air for New Year’s?
🌿 Quiet by Nature
With no cars or motorbikes on the island, life moves at walking and cycling pace. The silence alone feels like a gift — your nervous system finally has room to exhale.
🌌 Barefoot Beach Celebrations
New Year’s Eve unfolds beneath the stars, with your feet in the sand and friendly faces from around the world gathered by candlelight and soft music.
Celebration here feels light, human, and joyful — without crowds or pressure.
🌊 Warm Days & Soft Nights
Late December and early January bring warm water, breezy days, and glowing sunsets — perfect for snorkeling, swimming, and long evenings outdoors.
🤍 No Dress Codes, No Schedules
Celebrate in linen, sarongs, or swimwear. No reservations. No rigid timelines.
You follow only what feels right — and that freedom is deeply refreshing.
🌍 A Gentle Community
Travelers drawn to Gili Air tend to share the same values — calm, curiosity, openness.
It’s easy to arrive alone and feel instantly at home.
The New Year’s Island Escape
3 Days • 2 Nights at Slow Villas & Spa
This specially designed New Year’s escape combines wellness, rest, island discovery, and signature Slow experiences — a perfect reset before stepping into 2026.
What’s Included
🏡 Private Villa Stay (2 Nights)
Your own serene villa featuring:
- A private pool
- Coconut garden views
- Open-air tropical bathroom
- Balinese-inspired design
- Full privacy and quiet
Slow Villas & Spa is designed as a sanctuary — a place to let your body soften and your mind settle.
🥥 Floating Breakfast for Two
Begin your mornings with a floating breakfast delivered gently into your private pool — fresh tropical fruit, healthy bowls, pastries, juices — enjoyed in stillness beneath the palms.
🚲 Bicycles for Island Exploring
Discover Gili Air slowly — ride past beach cafés, coral shores, coconut groves, and tucked-away viewpoints.
🐢 Private Snorkeling Trip
Explore the island’s turquoise waters and vibrant reefs, famous for:
- Friendly sea turtles
- Coral gardens
- Colorful tropical fish
- Crystal-clear visibility
🧖 Hammam & Ice Bath Ritual
Release the old year and realign your energy with:
- Detoxifying hammam heat
- A refreshing ice bath reset
A powerful nervous system cleanse before welcoming the new year.
💆 Couple Balinese Massage (60 Minutes)
At the bamboo sanctuary of Slow Spa, experience a deeply grounding massage that:
- Melts physical tension
- Releases emotional heaviness
- Restores connection between body and breath
A guest-favorite ritual for deep renewal.
🐎 Horse Cart Transfers
Arrive and depart island-style by traditional cidomo horse cart — a gentle welcome into the Slow world.
Let the Island Slow You Down —
and Let the New Year Flow In
Most people begin the new year exhausted and overstimulated.
On Gili Air, you begin feeling:
✨ Rested
✨ Clear
✨ Grounded
✨ Connected
✨ Renewed
The Slow philosophy is simple:
When the body relaxes, life opens.
This is not a party escape — it is a reset.
A peaceful threshold between what you’re leaving behind and what you’re ready to welcome.
New Year’s Package Details
Price: €435 per person
Travel Dates: 22 December 2025 – 10 January 2026
Booking Window: Now – 8 January 2026
This Experience Is Perfect For You If You:
- Want a calm, meaningful start to the year
- Love nature + wellness experiences
- Prefer peace over parties
- Want additional connection with your partner or friend
- Dream of a barefoot tropical New Year
- Are ready for a true reset
How to Book
The holiday season fills quickly.
To reserve your New Year’s Island Escape, contact us directly to secure your dates.