Top places to visit in Lombok

• Gili Trawangan

  island beach · 4.7 rating · about 8 h · free entry

  The largest and liveliest of the three Gili Islands — a car-free paradise island off northwest Lombok with powdery white sand, technicolour coral reefs, and a sunset strip of beach bars. Famous for sea-turtle snorkelling spots at Turtle…

• Mount Rinjani (Gunung Rinjani)

  active volcano · 4.9 rating · about 72 h · check the fee at the gate

  Indonesia's second-highest volcano at 3,726m, a UNESCO Global Geopark. The multi-day trek to the crater rim reveals Segara Anak — a vast volcanic lake with hot springs and a new cone rising from the water. Considered among Asia's finest…

• Pantai Kuta Lombok (Mandalika Beach)

  surf beach · 4.6 rating · about 3 h · free entry

  Kuta Lombok is a sweeping crescent of pink-tinged sand backed by rolling hills — completely different character from its Bali namesake. The Mandalika Special Economic Zone now brings world-class surfing spots, the MotoGP Pertamina…

• Tanjung Aan Beach

  twin bay · 4.7 rating · about 2.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  A dramatic twin-bay beach near Kuta Lombok with pepper-speck black sand on one side and fine white sand on the other, connected by a promontory with viewpoints. The turquoise water is calm enough for swimming but large enough for surf when…

• Gili Air

  island beach · 4.6 rating · about 6 h · free entry

  The smallest inhabited Gili island with the most authentically local feel — a blissful hybrid of snorkelling, beach yoga, and seafood warungs. Snorkelling off the east side of the island reveals a cleaning station where sea turtles…

• Senggigi Beach

  resort beach · 4.3 rating · about 2.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Lombok's long-established tourist strip along the Lombok Strait, backed by hills and fronted by a chain of black-sand coves. Offers a gentler alternative to Bali's south coast — fewer crowds, better sunsets behind the Bali volcano…

• Pura Lingsar (Hindu-Muslim Temple Complex)

  syncretist temple · 4.5 rating · about 1.3 h · check the fee at the gate

  A unique 1714 syncretist temple complex where Hindu Balinese and Wetu Telu (local Lombok Muslim-Hindu hybrid) worshippers pray side by side in adjacent courtyards. The sacred eel pond (Kemaliq) is fed holy rice as offerings. A profound…

• Gili Meno

  island · about 4 h · check the fee at the gate

  The quietest of the three Gili islands, known for its turtle sanctuary, salt lake, and laid-back pace with no motorized vehicles.

• Sade Traditional Sasak Village

  village · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  A living Sasak village near Rembitan with bamboo-and-thatch bale houses on cow-dung-polished floors, known for songket weaving demonstrations.

• Tangsi Beach (Pink Beach, Lombok)

  Beach · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  A pink-sand beach on the remote Tanjung Ringgit peninsula in southeast Lombok, reachable by 4x4 or by fishing boat from Tanjung Luar port.

Things to do

• Gili Islands Snorkelling & Turtle Tour Water Sports · 4 h · from IDR 350,000 per person
• Mount Rinjani 2-Day Summit Trek Hiking · 48 h · from IDR 1,500,000 per person
• Sade & Sengkol Sasak Village Cultural Tour Activity · 4 h · from IDR 350,000 per person
• Pink Beach (Tangsi) Boat Day Trip Activity · 6 h · from IDR 450,000 per person
• Sekotong Bay Snorkeling & Island Hopping Activity · 5 h · from IDR 400,000 per person

Day trips and tours

• Gili Islands Triple Hop + Snorkel 9 h · from IDR 500,000
• South Lombok Beaches: Kuta + Tanjung Aan + Selong 9 h · from IDR 400,000

Where to stay in Lombok

• Beach Area about IDR 2,500 per night

  Island with beach resorts and water sports

Hotels

• Jeeva Klui Resort 4-star · IDR 1,500,000 to IDR 4,000,000 per night
• Native Gili Air 3-star · IDR 700,000 to IDR 2,000,000 per night
• Sudamala Resort Senggigi 4.5-star
• Holiday Resort Lombok 4-star
• Aruna Senggigi Resort & Convention 4-star
• Dewi Sri Guesthouse 2-star · IDR 160,000 to IDR 350,000 per night

Where to eat

• Ashtari Restaurant Indonesian, International, Cocktails · about IDR 130,000 per person
• Jali Restaurant Gili T Seafood, Indonesian · about IDR 150,000 per person
• Lombok Deli Sasak, Indonesian · about IDR 40,000 per person
• Warung Turtle Kuta Lombok Indonesian, Sasak, Seafood · about IDR 45,000 per person
• Milk Espresso Cafe, International · about IDR 120,000 per person
• Kenza Cafe, Healthy · about IDR 120,000 per person
• Da Nonna Italian · about IDR 120,000 per person
• Al Dente Italian · about IDR 45,000 per person

Getting to Lombok

Airport: Lombok (LOP)

How visitors arrive in Lombok

• Fly into Lombok International Airport By air · common

  Lombok International Airport near Praya is the only operational airport on the island, with flights from Jakarta, Surabaya, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Ferry from Bali By ferry from Padang Bai, Bali · common

  Slow ferries run between Padang Bai on Bali and Lembar on Lombok, and fast boats serve Lombok and the Gili Islands. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Fly into Bali, then cross By air from Denpasar, Bali · possible

  Some visitors fly into Ngurah Rai Airport and continue by boat or a short flight. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the airport to the centre

• DAMRI bus from Lombok airport

  DAMRI buses serve Mataram, Senggigi and Selong; buy tickets with cash at the counter near the terminal forecourt. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Airport taxi (metered) unconfirmed

  The airport taxi cooperative now uses meters, and Bluebird and Express taxis also serve the airport. Source: en.wikipedia.org

• Grab and Gojek unconfirmed

  Grab and Gojek operate at the airport, though pickup points may be a short walk away. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• The airport is far south of Mataram, so check onward transport before you land. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Getting around

• Car Rental Self

  Rental cars are available around Senggigi, Mangsit and Mataram on Lombok, and cars with a driver can also be arranged, including through hotels.

• Scooter Rental

  Scooters are rented on Lombok, and some shops will deliver the bike to the airport.

• Walking

Safety and scams to avoid

• Scooter rental damage claim

  Senggigi Beach scooter rentals · Mataram city touts · Kuta Lombok surf-shop damage claims

  Pre-existing damage is invoiced when you return the scooter — often Rp 2–5M.

  How to avoid it: Video the scooter on pickup. Rent only via your hotel.

Best time to visit Lombok

• Jan 29°C
• Feb 28°C
• Mar 29°C
• Apr 29°C
• May 29°C
• Jun 28°C
• Jul 28°C
• Aug 29°C
• Sep 31°C
• Oct 31°C
• Nov 31°C
• Dec 29°C

More in Indonesia

• Jakarta
• Bali
• Yogyakarta
• Bandung
• Surabaya
• Labuan Bajo

Frequently asked questions about Lombok

How many days do you need in Lombok?

A typical trip to Lombok is 5-7 days.

What are the top-rated places to visit in Lombok?

The highest-rated places in our Lombok guide are Mount Rinjani (Gunung Rinjani), Gili Trawangan, Tanjung Aan Beach, Pantai Kuta Lombok (Mandalika Beach), Gili Air.

Where should I stay in Lombok?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Lombok: Beach Area.

How do I get around Lombok?

Ways to get around Lombok covered in our guide: Self-drive car, Scooter rental, Walking.

What scams should I watch out for in Lombok?

Scams reported to us for Lombok include Scooter rental damage claim. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.

What is the weather like in Lombok?

Average daytime highs in Lombok run from 28°C in Feb to 31°C in Oct.

Which airport is nearest to Lombok?

The nearest airport to Lombok has the code LOP.