Lombok Island is located about 80 km from Bali. Here you will find a different atmosphere. This is a place for a quiet holiday and unity with nature. This is facilitated by the leisurely pace of life on the island, landscapes untouched by civilization , and a small number of tourists. On rural roads here you can meet water buffalo with babies, hens with chickens, which gives Lombok a special charm.
✔️ A bit of chronology and facts
Before Bali intervened in the 18th century, Lombok belonged to the Sasaks, who came here from Asia. In the 19th century, the Dutch took control of the island. After World War II, they wanted to take the territory back, but Indonesia did not want to be under foreign rule again. In 1949, it became independent, and the Dutch had to leave the country.
Lombok is not such a famous island as Bali. However, this is its charm, because here you can relax in solitude . The infrastructure for tourists is developed mainly in the southwest of the island. The best hotels in Lombok receive good reviews from guests.
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✔️ Entertainment Features
The island is popular with surfers, lovers of deserted beaches and mountain hikers. People also spend time on the island hiking and cycling, immersing themselves in the authentic atmosphere in artisan villages, visiting architectural attractions, tasting local cuisine, etc. Prices for holidays in Lombok vary, it all depends on the choice of hotel, room and the number of entertainment.
✔️ Possible transfer options
There is an international airport on the island. If there are no direct flights from your country, you can fly to Bali and from there take a domestic flight to Lombok. You can also sail by boat or ferry. You can get to the hotel by bus or taxi.
✔️ Weather conditions
You can come to Lombok for a holiday all year round, since the temperature fluctuations here are small, and it is always warm. Only in the mountains is it cooler. Therefore, you can find and select a tour online to Lombok at any time. The island is located in the equatorial-monsoon climate zone. This means that there is a rainy season. It lasts from October to April. December-February are the rainiest. Precipitation rarely bothers travelers, but still tourists more often come in the dry season - the period from April to September.
✔️ What to bring back from your trip
The best place for shopping in Lombok is in the main tourist area of the island - the resort of Senggigi. There are shops, antique shops, an art market. The assortment includes wooden products, clothes and other souvenirs. You can also buy interesting gifts in the villages. Not far from the city of Metaram, they sell handmade pottery by local craftsmen. In the village of Suradhadi, you can buy products made of palm leaves , woven using ancient technologies. These are wallets, baskets, handbags and more. In Pringasella, you will find national clothes. Silk products with gold and silver thread interwoven into them will be a good souvenir.
✔️ Search and selection of tours online to Lombok: reasons to buy a tour, a trip
If you wish, you can spend your entire vacation calmly sunbathing on wonderful beaches, enjoying the beauty of the surrounding nature. But there will also be something to do for those who like more varied recreation.
▶️ Beach holidays
The coast of Lombok has an unusual surface. Here you can often find sand of unusual size, the size of a pea of black pepper. The color of this sand is gray-beige. The most popular places for swimming are at the resort of Senggigi and in the city of Kuta. The first option is more suitable for a quiet holiday, the second - for experienced surfers. North of Senggigi there are several secluded bays with wild beaches. Just for the sake of relaxation on these heavenly shores, it is worth buying a tour to Lombok.
In the equipped areas there are cafes, shops and all the necessary infrastructure. But even on the most popular beaches there are few people.
▶️ Ancient landmarks
On the island, you will also find an interesting excursion program, which includes visiting Hindu temples, Muslim mosques and palaces of ancient rulers.
Pura Lingsar was built in 1714, it is one of the oldest temple complexes in Lombok. It is located in the vicinity of Mataram. Its peculiarity is that over time it became a temple uniting three religions - Hinduism, Buddhism and Islam. Each of them has its own sacred building on the territory.
The Hindu temple Pura Meru is located in Mataram. The cult building was built in 1720. In the outer courtyard you will see large drums, the sound of which invites believers to the ceremony. The inner courtyard is filled with 33 shrines dedicated to the gods - Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma.
The oldest mosque in Lombok is located in the village of Bayan and bears the same name. Its construction dates back to approximately 1634. It is made of wood in the local style. There is another Muslim shrine in Mataram. The mosque surprises with its fabulous appearance, because its facade has an unusual coloring with yellow, orange, green and blue colors.
The summer palace of the Raja of Narmada was built when the aging ruler was unable to make a pilgrimage to the lake in the crater of the volcano Rinjani. The pond in the palace symbolized the sacred. Now the palace serves as a place of rest for local residents.
▶️ Nature
One of the main attractions of the island is the Rinjani volcano. It is one of the most active in the country. Its height is 3,726 meters. Trekking to its crater is one of the favorite activities for hiking enthusiasts. The climb is not easy and takes three days. However, the views from the top and the path itself are worth the effort.
Nature lovers should also visit Lake Danau Segara Anae, see the waterfalls - 50-meter Sendang Gila and 17-meter Otakokok.
In Mount Rinjani National Park, spread out around the Rinjani volcano, you can meet unique representatives of the flora and fauna of Indonesia and, surprisingly, Australia. Among the inhabitants of the park are many birds, monkeys and rare species of deer.
Not far from Lombok, a 15-minute ferry ride away, are the Gili Islands. They are known for their bays with white beaches, clear water and bright coral reefs. People often come here for picnics, diving and snorkeling.
▶️ Additional entertainment
To immerse yourself in an authentic atmosphere, go to the village museums where the aborigines of Lombok, the Sasaks, live. There you will get acquainted with their life, everyday life and culture.
On the island, it is worth visiting a session of local traditional massage. You do not even need to go anywhere - if you wish, it will be done right on the beach to the soothing accompaniment of the waves. It is believed that this procedure will help not only to relax, but also to improve your health.
For gastronomic impressions, go to small restaurants called warung. They are more designed for locals. Therefore, here you will find traditional cuisine and more affordable prices.
Sea fishing is also popular on the island. For this activity, you can rent everything you need in special rentals.
If you are a fan of simple beach holidays, you can buy a weekend tour to Lombok. But to see interesting sights and visit interesting places, you need to come here for a longer period.
