BEACHES & COAST
Gili Air
Beach
Closest Gili island to Lombok's mainland. No motorised vehicles. Mix of lively and quiet areas. Good snorkelling, excellent diving, yoga retreats. More authentic feel than Gili Trawangan.
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Gili Gede
Beach
Larger island in the southwest Gili Sekotong group. White sand beaches, clear water and very few visitors. Mangrove forests, good snorkelling, small local community. Off-the-beaten-path alternative to the Gili islands.
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Gili Meno
Beach
The smallest and quietest of the Gili Islands. No motorised vehicles. Bird sanctuary, turtle hatchery, pristine beaches. Perfect for honeymooners and those seeking tranquillity.
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Gili Trawangan
Beach
The most popular and lively of the three Gili Islands. No motorised vehicles. White sand, crystal-clear water, vibrant nightlife, diving and snorkelling. Accessible by speedboat from Bangsal.
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Kuta Beach Lombok
Beach
Stunning crescent bay with white-sand beaches and turquoise water in southern Lombok. Far quieter than Bali's Kuta. Good surf, beautiful scenery. Hub for exploring the south coast.
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9Mawun Beach
Beach
Horseshoe-shaped bay sheltered by green hills with calm, clear water perfect for swimming. White sand and relatively undiscovered. Popular with those seeking quieter alternatives.
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Nipah Beach
Beach
Quiet beach north of Senggigi on the west coast. Known for good snorkelling directly off the beach and beautiful sunsets over Bali. Local warungs serve fresh fish. Relaxed atmosphere.
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Pink Beach (Pantai Tangsi)
Beach
One of only a handful of pink beaches in the world. The pinkish hue comes from crushed red coral mixed with white sand. Located on Lombok's remote east coast. Excellent snorkelling offshore.
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10Seger Beach
Beach
Scenic beach and headland east of Kuta. Famous for the Bau Nyale festival where locals traditionally gather seaweed worms. Good surf and dramatic coastal views from the hilltop.
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8Selong Belanak Beach
Beach
Long, wide crescent beach with white sand and gentle surf. Ideal for beginner surfers and swimming. Surrounded by green hills. One of Lombok's most beautiful and peaceful beaches.
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Senggigi Beach
Beach
Main resort area on Lombok's west coast with a string of beaches. Good sunsets with views toward Bali's volcanoes. Restaurants, hotels and dive operators based here. Calmer than Gilis.
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7Tanjung Aan Beach
Beach
Two beautiful bays separated by a headland with unique pepper-corn sand texture. Crystal-clear turquoise water and dramatic headland views. One of Lombok's most scenic beaches.
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Belongas Bay (Shark Dive)
Snorkel spot
World-class dive site in southern Lombok known for large pelagic species including hammerhead sharks, eagle rays and tuna. Strong currents require experience. Boat trips from Kuta Lombok.
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Gili Meno Turtle Sanctuary
Snorkel spot
Sea turtle conservation centre on Gili Meno with excellent nearby snorkelling. Shallow reefs close to shore with abundant marine life. High chance of seeing turtles feeding on seagrass beds.
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Gili Nanggu
Snorkel spot
Small uninhabited island off Lombok's southwest coast with pristine coral reefs and crystal-clear water. Excellent snorkelling and diving with diverse marine life. Day trip by boat from Lembar area.
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Pink Beach Snorkelling
Snorkel spot
Excellent snorkelling directly off Pink Beach on Lombok's east coast. Colourful reef fish, hard corals and occasional reef sharks. One of Lombok's best and least-visited snorkel sites.
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Senggigi Coral Reef
Snorkel spot
Fringing coral reef along the Senggigi coast with varied marine life. Accessible directly from shore. Best snorkelling at Nipah and Malimbu beaches north of Senggigi town. Good visibility.
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NATURE
Benang Kelambu Waterfall
Nature
Elegant waterfall creating a natural shower curtain of water around a rocky alcove. Located near Benang Stokel, 15-minute additional walk. The name means 'mosquito net waterfall' in Indonesian.
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Benang Stokel Waterfall
Nature
Multi-strand waterfall in central Lombok where water flows gently over mossy stones creating natural curtain patterns. Short 20-minute walk through rice fields and forest. Peaceful, photogenic.
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Gili Asahan Eco Lodge Area
Nature
Remote island in the southwest Gili group near Sekotong with undeveloped reef and forest. Part of an emerging eco-tourism area. Excellent bird watching, kayaking through mangroves and pristine snorkelling.
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Malimbu Viewpoint
Nature
Scenic coastal viewpoint on the winding road north of Senggigi. Sweeping views over multiple bays, the Gili Islands and Bali's Mount Agung on clear days. Spectacular sunset spot. Small warungs sell drinks.
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Mount Rinjani
Nature
Indonesia's second-highest volcano at 3726 m. Active stratovolcano with a stunning caldera lake (Segara Anak). Multi-day trekking with spectacular views. UNESCO-listed national park.
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Pusuk Pass Monkey Forest
Nature
Mountain pass on the road between Mataram and the north coast, lined with dense jungle full of long-tailed macaques. Monkeys come close to roadside cars. Scenic viewpoints over the forested valley.
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Rinjani National Park
Nature
Protected national park covering 41,330 hectares around Mount Rinjani. Tropical montane forest with diverse wildlife including black monkeys, wild boar and over 250 bird species. Multiple trekking routes.
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Segara Anak Crater Lake
Nature
Sacred turquoise crater lake inside Rinjani's caldera at 2000 m elevation. Accessible via 2-3 day trek from Senaru or Sembalun. Hot springs on the lake shore. Sacred to the Sasak and Balinese people.
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Sembalun Valley
Nature
Fertile highland valley at 1000 m elevation on Rinjani's eastern flanks. Known for strawberry and garlic farms. Starting point for the eastern Rinjani trekking route. Cool temperatures and stunning views.
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Sendang Gile Waterfall
Nature
Impressive 30-metre waterfall at the foot of Mount Rinjani near the village of Senaru. 20-minute walk through lush forest from the car park. Cool swimming pool at the base. Gateway to Rinjani trek.
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Suranadi Forest
Nature
Sacred forest surrounding the Suranadi Hindu temple with ancient trees and a natural spring. Home to black monkeys considered sacred by local Hindus. Pleasant walking trails through cool shaded paths.
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Tiu Kelep Waterfall
Nature
Higher and more spectacular waterfall beyond Sendang Gile requiring a short river crossing and additional 20-minute walk. The powerful cascade falls into a wide pool ideal for swimming.
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CULTURE & HISTORY
Banyumulek Pottery Village
Historic site
Village renowned for traditional Sasak pottery made entirely by hand without a wheel. Women potters pass down ancient techniques for making distinctive black and terracotta pots, vases and decorative items.
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Islamic Centre Mosque
Historic site
Grand Islamic centre with an impressive mosque featuring Sasak architectural elements, located in Mataram. One of the largest mosques in Eastern Indonesia with capacity for 10,000 worshippers.
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3Mataram Museum
Historic site
Regional museum in Mataram with collections of traditional Sasak artefacts, textiles, weapons and ceramics. Exhibits cover the island's history from prehistoric times through the Balinese and Dutch colonial periods.
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2Mayura Water Palace
Historic site
Royal court and floating pavilion (bale kambang) built in 1744 in Mataram city. The pavilion sits on an artificial lake. Final battle between Balinese kingdom and Dutch colonial forces in 1894 occurred here.
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Narmada Water Palace
Historic site
18th-century Balinese-style royal water palace built by King Anak Agung Gde Ngurah of Mataram in 1727. Terraced gardens, pools and a Hindu temple. The artificial lake replicates Rinjani's crater lake.
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1Sasak Village Ende
Historic site
Another authentic traditional Sasak village near Selong Belanak, less visited than Sade. Women weave traditional songket cloth on backstrap looms. Opportunity to see daily village life with fewer tourists.
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Sasak Village Sade
Historic site
Traditional Sasak ethnic village with original thatched-roof homes made from bamboo and mud mixed with buffalo dung. The 700-year-old village has maintained traditional weaving, customs and architecture.
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Sukarara Weaving Village
Historic site
Traditional weaving village where women create intricate songket cloth with gold and silver threads on backstrap looms. Traditional law says women must learn to weave before they can marry. Open to visitors.
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Pura Batu Bolong
Temple
Hindu sea temple perched on a rocky outcrop with a natural hole ('bolong') over the sea near Senggigi. Sunset views toward Bali and Mount Agung. Active Hindu temple with daily rituals. Sarong required.
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Pura Kalasa Narmada
Temple
Hindu temple within the Narmada Water Palace complex, built in 1727. The artificial lake was designed as a replica of Segara Anak crater lake. Active place of worship alongside the tourist gardens.
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5Pura Lingsar Temple
Temple
Unique temple complex where Hindus and Muslim Waktu Telu believers worship together. Built in 1714. Sacred eels in the spring pond are fed hard-boiled eggs. Annual Peresehan festival held here.
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4Pura Meru Temple
Temple
Largest Hindu temple in Lombok, located in Mataram city. Built in 1720. Three meru towers represent Hindu trinity: Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Sarong required at entrance. Active place of worship.
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6Pura Suranadi
Temple
One of Lombok's oldest and holiest Hindu temples, dating back to the 16th century. Set in sacred forest with natural springs. Visited by Balinese Hindus on pilgrimage. Monkeys roam the grounds.
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ACTIVITIES & LOCAL
Desert Point (Bangko Bangko)
Activity
One of Asia's legendary surf breaks - a long barrelling left-hander considered world-class by surf magazines. Remote southwest tip of Lombok. Works best in dry season. For experienced surfers only.
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Gerupuk Bay
Activity
Sheltered bay east of Kuta with multiple surf breaks accessed by local fishing boats. Inside reef suits beginners, outside reef for advanced. Also excellent for snorkelling and boat trips to outer reefs.
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Gili Trawangan Cycling
Activity
Cycling is the main transport on car-free Gili Trawangan. Rent bikes to circle the island in under an hour. The western side has sunrise/sunset spots. Coastal path passes turtle nesting beaches.
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Kertasari Paragliding
Activity
Tandem paragliding over the stunning south Lombok coastline near Kuta, launching from hills above Seger Beach. Views of Tanjung Aan and surrounding bays. Operators offer 15-20 minute flights.
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Kute (Ekas Bay) Surf
Activity
Ekas Bay in the far southeast of Lombok has a long right-hand point break popular with intermediate and advanced surfers. Remote and uncrowded. Small fishing village nearby. Pristine coastal scenery.
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Lombok Cooking Class
Activity
Traditional Sasak cooking classes in Senggigi and Mataram area. Learn to make local specialities: ayam taliwang (spiced grilled chicken), plecing kangkung (water spinach salad) and local sambals.
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Mataram City
Activity
Capital and largest city of Lombok and West Nusa Tenggara province. Merges with former capitals Cakranegara and Ampenan. Central market Pasar Cakranegara, local food stalls and the Mataram Mall.
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Praya Market
Activity
Central Lombok's main traditional market near the airport town of Praya. Locals buy fresh produce, spices, textiles and local crafts. Best visited in the morning. Authentic Sasak market experience.
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Surfing Kuta Lombok
Activity
Growing surf destination with multiple reef breaks around the Kuta area. Gerupuk Bay has beginner-friendly inside waves and advanced outside reef. Best surf April-October. Local boat transfers to waves.
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Tetebatu Village
Activity
Traditional highland village on the lower slopes of Rinjani with rice paddies, tobacco fields and monkey forest. Peaceful walking trails, local homestays and waterfalls nearby. Cool temperatures at 500 m.
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GETTING THERE
Bangsal Harbour
Transport
Main ferry port on the northwest coast for boats to the Gili Islands. Public boat services and speedboats to Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. Can be busy and crowded.
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Labuhan Lombok
Transport
Main ferry port on Lombok's east coast with ferry services to Sumbawa. Gateway for east Lombok exploration and Pink Beach. Kayangan harbour with views to the Sumbawa strait.
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Lembar Harbour
Transport
Main cargo and passenger ferry port on the southwest coast. Regular ASDP ferry services to Padang Bai on Bali, crossing takes approximately 4-5 hours. 24-hour service.
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Lombok International Airport (LOP)
Transport
Main gateway to Lombok, located in Praya in central Lombok. International and domestic flights. Car rental desks in arrivals hall. 30 min to Kuta Lombok, 45 min to Senggigi.
Teluk Nare Pier
Transport
Alternative pier to Bangsal for speedboats to the Gili Islands. Less crowded than Bangsal, often used by private speedboat transfers and dive operators. Quieter experience.
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