Lombok

Visa on Arrival at LOP(30 minutes)

500,000 IDR (~$32). Bring USD cash. Passport must have 6+ months validity

Airport transfer to Senggigi(1.5 hours)

Pre-booked car ~250,000 IDR or Bluebird taxi with meter. The drive passes through Mataram, Lombok's capital

Late lunch at The Lore Lombok(1 hour)

Beachfront restaurant in Senggigi — nasi campur from 45,000 IDR, grilled fish from 65,000 IDR. Ocean views from the terrace

Sunset at Pura Batu Bolong(1 hour)

Small Hindu temple perched on a rock outcrop overlooking the sea. 10,000 IDR entry. Stunning sunset spot with Bali's Mt. Agung visible across the strait on clear days

Fast boat from Senggigi to Gili Air(30 minutes)

~150,000-200,000 IDR. Departs from Teluk Nare harbor (calmer than Bangsal — avoid Bangsal's touts). Book through hotel

Check in to beachfront bungalow(30 minutes)

Accommodation from 250,000 IDR/night on the east coast (sunrise views) or west coast (sunset views)

Snorkeling off the beach(2 hours)

Bring or rent gear (50,000 IDR/day). Sea turtles feed on seagrass right off the east coast — no boat needed. Best visibility in the morning

Sunset at a west coast beach bar(1.5 hours)

Gili Air's west side has bars with beanbags on the sand. Cold Bintang from 35,000 IDR with front-row sunset views

Three-island snorkeling trip(4 hours)

~200,000 IDR per person. Visit coral sites around all three Gilis — highlights include the Gili Meno underwater statues and the sea turtle colony at Gili Trawangan's south coast

Lunch on Gili Trawangan(1 hour)

Hop off during the snorkel trip. Fish market BBQ on the east side — choose your catch, they grill it. Full plate with sides from 80,000 IDR

Cycle around Gili Air(1.5 hours)

Rent a bike (40,000 IDR/day) and circle the island in under 2 hours. No cars, no motorbikes — just bikes and horse carts (cidomo)

Dinner at Scallywags Beach Club(1.5 hours)

Gili Air's best seafood grill — fresh catch by weight from 150,000 IDR. Right on the beach with fairy lights

Fast boat back to Lombok(30 minutes)

~150,000 IDR to Teluk Nare. Arrange driver pickup or scooter rental

Sasak village Sade(1.5 hours)

Traditional thatched-roof Sasak village. Free entry (donation appreciated). See centuries-old rice barns, watch women weaving on backstrap looms

Sukarara weaving village(1 hour)

Larger weaving center — artisans demonstrate songket fabric creation. Buy directly from weavers: sarongs 150,000-500,000 IDR depending on complexity

Transfer to Kuta Lombok(30 minutes)

Move south to the surf town — budget accommodation from 150,000 IDR/night

Dinner at El Bazar Cafe(1 hour)

Kuta Lombok's most popular restaurant — Moroccan-Indonesian fusion. Tagines and grilled fish from 55,000 IDR

Tanjung Aan Beach(2 hours)

Two crescent bays of powdery white sand (some patches have unique 'pepper grain' texture). 10,000 IDR entry. Calm swimming on the east side, body-surfable waves on the west

Surfing at Selong Belanak(3 hours)

Perfect beginner beach break — long, gentle wave on a white sand beach. Board rental 100,000 IDR/day, lessons from 250,000 IDR. 20 minutes west of Kuta

Lunch at a warung at Selong Belanak(45 minutes)

Beach warungs serve nasi goreng and mie goreng from 25,000 IDR with ocean views

Sunset at Bukit Merese viewpoint(1 hour)

Drive up the hill east of Tanjung Aan for 360-degree views of the coastline. Free. One of the best sunset spots in Lombok

Drive to Pink Beach (Pantai Merah)(2.5 hours)

Southeast Lombok. The sand gets its color from crushed red coral fragments. One of only a handful of pink sand beaches worldwide

Snorkeling at Pink Beach(1.5 hours)

Vibrant coral reef just offshore. Bring your own gear — none available here. The reef starts at waist depth

Tanjung Ringgit cliffs(1 hour)

Dramatic sea cliffs near Pink Beach with WWII Japanese cave tunnels. Short walk from the beach

Lunch at a warung near the beach(45 minutes)

Simple grilled fish and rice — 30,000-50,000 IDR

Return to Kuta for a quiet evening(2 hours)

Rest up — tomorrow is your last full day

Sunrise at Tanjung Aan(1 hour)

If you're an early riser — the east-facing bay catches beautiful sunrise light with virtually no one around

Breakfast at Milk Espresso Kuta(45 minutes)

Australian-style cafe — avocado toast 40,000 IDR, flat whites 30,000 IDR

Transfer to Lombok Airport(30 minutes)

Kuta is close to LOP airport. Taxi 100,000-150,000 IDR. Allow 2 hours before domestic flights

Visa on Arrival(30 minutes)

500,000 IDR. USD cash accepted

Transfer to Senggigi(1.5 hours)

Car ~250,000 IDR through Mataram

Lunch at The Lore Lombok(1 hour)

Beachfront — nasi campur 45,000 IDR, grilled fish 65,000 IDR

Sunset at Pura Batu Bolong(1 hour)

Hindu temple on sea rocks. 10,000 IDR. Mt. Agung views on clear days

Fast boat to Gili Air(30 minutes)

~150,000-200,000 IDR from Teluk Nare (avoid Bangsal touts)

Check in to beachfront bungalow(30 minutes)

From 250,000 IDR/night

Beach snorkeling with sea turtles(2 hours)

East coast seagrass — turtles feed here daily. No boat needed

Sunset at west coast beach bar(1.5 hours)

Beanbag bars — Bintang from 35,000 IDR

Three-island snorkeling trip(4 hours)

~200,000 IDR. Underwater statues at Gili Meno, turtle colony at Gili T

Lunch on Gili Trawangan(1 hour)

Fish market BBQ — choose your catch. From 80,000 IDR

Cycle around Gili Air(1.5 hours)

40,000 IDR/day bike rental. Full loop under 2 hours

Dinner at Scallywags(1.5 hours)

Best seafood grill. Fresh catch by weight from 150,000 IDR

PADI Discover Scuba dive(3 hours)

~5,000,000 IDR full PADI course, or discover dive from 1,500,000 IDR with Blue Marine Dive or Manta Dive. Turtles, reef sharks, and coral gardens

OR: Freediving course(3 hours)

The Gilis are a global freediving hub. Intro course from 1,200,000 IDR

Afternoon yoga class(1.5 hours)

H2O Yoga on Gili Air — drop-in classes from 120,000 IDR. Floating yoga studio over the water

Night market dinner(1 hour)

Gili Air's small night market near the harbor — grilled corn, satay, BBQ fish from 25,000 IDR

Fast boat to Lombok(30 minutes)

~150,000 IDR to Teluk Nare

Sasak village Sade(1.5 hours)

Traditional thatched village. Free (donation). Backstrap loom weaving

Sukarara weaving village(1 hour)

Songket fabric demonstrations. Sarongs 150,000-500,000 IDR

Transfer to Kuta Lombok(30 minutes)

Surf town. Budget rooms from 150,000 IDR/night

Dinner at El Bazar(1 hour)

Moroccan-Indonesian fusion. From 55,000 IDR

Tanjung Aan Beach(2 hours)

Two crescent bays. 10,000 IDR entry. Unique 'pepper grain' sand

Surfing at Selong Belanak(3 hours)

Gentle beginner wave. Board 100,000 IDR/day, lessons 250,000 IDR

Warung lunch at Selong Belanak(45 minutes)

Nasi goreng from 25,000 IDR, ocean views

Sunset at Bukit Merese(1 hour)

Hilltop 360-degree coastal views. Free. Best sunset spot

Drive to Pink Beach(2.5 hours)

Southeast Lombok. Pink sand from red coral fragments

Snorkeling at Pink Beach(1.5 hours)

Vibrant reef from waist depth. Bring own gear

Tanjung Ringgit cliffs(1 hour)

Sea cliffs with WWII Japanese cave tunnels

Late breakfast at Milk Espresso(45 minutes)

Australian cafe — avocado toast 40,000 IDR, flat whites 30,000 IDR

Beach day at Mawun Beach(3 hours)

Sheltered crescent bay 15 minutes west of Kuta. Calm swimming, almost empty weekdays. 10,000 IDR entry

Prepare for Rinjani trek(1 hour)

Buy water, snacks, and warm layers. Nights at crater rim drop to 5°C. Your trek operator provides most gear

Early dinner and early bed(1 hour)

Rest up — the Rinjani departure is early tomorrow

Transfer to Sembalun trailhead(3 hours)

Your trek operator picks up from Kuta. 2-day/1-night crater rim trek from ~2,500,000 IDR includes guide, porter, meals, tent, and permits

Trek from Sembalun to crater rim camp(6-7 hours)

Gradual ascent through grasslands then steep switchbacks. 1,500m elevation gain. The last 2 hours are the toughest. Pack 3L of water minimum

Crater rim sunset and camp(2 hours)

Arrive at camp (~2,641m) by late afternoon. Spectacular sunset over the crater lake (Segara Anak). Temperature drops fast — put on all your layers. Dinner cooked by porters

Crater rim sunrise(1 hour)

Wake at 4:30AM. Watch the sun rise over the crater lake with Bali's Mt. Agung silhouetted in the distance. Worth every step of yesterday

Descend via Senaru trail(5-6 hours)

Steep descent through tropical forest. Knees take a beating — trekking poles help. Multiple rest stops with views

Transfer to Senaru village(30 minutes)

Your operator drives you from trailhead to Senaru. Hot shower never felt so good

Celebratory dinner at Senaru(1 hour)

Simple village restaurants — nasi goreng and cold Bintang. 40,000-60,000 IDR

Sendang Gile Waterfall(1 hour)

15-minute walk from Senaru village. Dramatic 30m cascade in a jungle amphitheater. 10,000 IDR entry + 25,000 IDR mandatory guide

Tiu Kelep Waterfall(1.5 hours)

45-minute trek from Sendang Gile through the river (bring water shoes). The powerful falls create a cave behind the curtain. Spectacular

Transfer back to Senggigi or Kuta(2.5 hours)

Arrange car (~400,000 IDR) or join shared transport

Massage and recovery(1.5 hours)

Traditional Lombok massage from 100,000 IDR. Your legs will thank you

Drive to Benang Kelambu(1.5 hours)

Central Lombok forest. Rent scooter or hire driver

Benang Kelambu Waterfall(2 hours)

The 'mosquito net waterfall' — cascades through hanging vines creating a curtain effect. 10,000 IDR entry. Truly a hidden gem

Benang Stokel Waterfall(1 hour)

Nearby twin waterfall in the same forest. Less dramatic but more swimmable

Lunch at a village warung(45 minutes)

Ayam bakar (grilled chicken) and tempeh from 20,000 IDR

Mataram city tour(2 hours)

Visit Pura Meru (Lombok's largest Hindu temple, free), the old Dutch colonial quarter, and the morning market for local produce and spices

Banyumulek pottery village(1.5 hours)

Traditional Sasak pottery using ancient techniques — hand-shaped and fired in open pits. Buy directly from artisans, small pieces from 20,000 IDR

Lunch at Taliwang chicken restaurant(1 hour)

Ayam Taliwang is Lombok's signature dish — spicy grilled chicken with sambal plecing. From 35,000 IDR at Rumah Makan Taliwang in Mataram

Farewell sunset at Senggigi(1.5 hours)

Return to Senggigi for one last sunset from Pura Batu Bolong

Breakfast at hotel or local warung(45 minutes)

Bubur ayam (chicken rice porridge) from 15,000 IDR at morning warungs — the local breakfast

Last souvenir shopping(45 minutes)

Woven textiles, pottery, pearl jewelry (Lombok is famous for cultured pearls — shops on Senggigi main road)

Transfer to Lombok Airport(1-1.5 hours)

Depending on location. Taxi 150,000-300,000 IDR. Allow 2 hours before flights

Visa on Arrival(30 minutes)

500,000 IDR. Bring USD cash

Transfer to Senggigi(1.5 hours)

Car ~250,000 IDR

Lunch at The Lore Lombok(1 hour)

Beachfront dining. Nasi campur 45,000 IDR

Sunset at Pura Batu Bolong(1 hour)

Temple on sea rocks. 10,000 IDR. Mt. Agung views

Fast boat to Gili Air(30 minutes)

~150,000-200,000 IDR from Teluk Nare

Check in to bungalow(30 minutes)

From 250,000 IDR/night

Beach snorkeling with turtles(2 hours)

East coast seagrass — turtles daily. No boat needed

Sunset beach bar(1.5 hours)

West coast beanbags. Bintang 35,000 IDR

Three-island snorkeling(4 hours)

~200,000 IDR. Gili Meno statues, Gili T turtle colony

Lunch on Gili Trawangan(1 hour)

Fish market BBQ from 80,000 IDR

Cycle around Gili Air(1.5 hours)

40,000 IDR/day bike rental

Dinner at Scallywags(1.5 hours)

Fresh catch by weight from 150,000 IDR

Two-dive morning(4 hours)

Certified divers: 2-dive trip from 1,200,000 IDR. Sites include Shark Point (reef sharks), Hans Reef (seahorses), and Deep Turbo (turtles nesting)

OR: PADI Open Water course day 1(5 hours)

Full certification ~5,000,000 IDR. Start pool sessions and theory

Afternoon yoga at H2O(1.5 hours)

Floating yoga studio. Drop-in 120,000 IDR

Night snorkeling(1 hour)

Some operators offer guided night snorkels (~150,000 IDR) — bioluminescence and nocturnal reef life

Morning freediving session(2 hours)

Intro to freediving from 1,200,000 IDR. The Gilis are a global freediving hub

Beach hammock time(3 hours)

Find a hammock on the quieter south coast. Bring a book

Gili Air night market(1 hour)

Small harbor market — satay, grilled corn, BBQ fish from 25,000 IDR

Fast boat to Lombok(30 minutes)

~150,000 IDR to Teluk Nare

Sasak village Sade(1.5 hours)

Traditional thatched village. Free (donation). Backstrap loom weaving

Sukarara weaving village(1 hour)

Songket demonstrations. Sarongs 150,000-500,000 IDR

Dinner at El Bazar(1 hour)

Moroccan-Indonesian fusion from 55,000 IDR

Tanjung Aan Beach(2 hours)

Two crescent bays. 10,000 IDR. Unique pepper-grain sand

Surfing at Selong Belanak(3 hours)

Beginner wave. Board 100,000 IDR/day, lessons 250,000 IDR

Warung lunch(45 minutes)

Nasi goreng from 25,000 IDR, ocean views

Sunset at Bukit Merese(1 hour)

360-degree hilltop views. Free

Drive to Pink Beach(2.5 hours)

Pink sand from crushed red coral

Snorkeling at Pink Beach(1.5 hours)

Reef from waist depth. Bring own gear

Tanjung Ringgit cliffs(1 hour)

Sea cliffs with WWII Japanese caves

Late breakfast at Milk Espresso(45 minutes)

Avocado toast 40,000 IDR, flat whites 30,000 IDR

Mawun Beach(3 hours)

Sheltered crescent bay. 10,000 IDR. Calm swimming, nearly empty

Gerupuk Bay surf boat(2 hours)

For intermediate+ surfers — 5 reef breaks accessed by boat. 100,000 IDR round trip. The 'Don Don' break is the most consistent

Massage in Kuta(1 hour)

Traditional massage 100,000 IDR

Transfer to Sembalun(3 hours)

Trek operator pickup from Kuta. 3-day summit trek from ~3,500,000 IDR with guide, porter, meals, tent, permits

Trek to Sembalun crater rim camp(6-7 hours)

Grasslands then steep switchbacks. 1,500m gain. Pack 3L water minimum

Crater rim sunset(1 hour)

Spectacular sunset over crater lake. Temperature drops to 5°C — layer up

Summit push(4 hours)

Depart 2AM with headlamps. Steep, loose scree. Reach 3,726m summit for sunrise. Indonesia's second-highest peak — views to Bali, Sumbawa, and the crater lake below

Descend to crater lake(3 hours)

Back to rim, then steep descent to Segara Anak lake. Camp at the lakeside

Hot springs at crater lake(1.5 hours)

Natural hot springs at the lake's edge — soak your wrecked legs in sulfurous water with a volcano backdrop. Surreal

Sunrise at crater lake(30 minutes)

Wake early for a final view of the steaming lake

Ascend back to Senaru rim(3 hours)

Steep climb out of the crater before the long descent

Descend Senaru trail(4 hours)

Through tropical forest. Knee-punishing but beautiful

Transfer to Senaru village(30 minutes)

Hot shower and celebratory dinner

Nasi goreng and cold Bintang(1 hour)

You earned it. 40,000-60,000 IDR

Sendang Gile Waterfall(1 hour)

15-minute walk. 30m cascade. 10,000 IDR + 25,000 IDR guide

Tiu Kelep Waterfall(1.5 hours)

45-minute river trek (water shoes essential). Cave behind the curtain

Transfer to Senggigi(2.5 hours)

Car ~400,000 IDR

Massage and recovery(1.5 hours)

Full body massage 100,000 IDR

Late brunch at Square Restaurant(1 hour)

Senggigi main road — Western and Indonesian dishes from 45,000 IDR

Senggigi beach and pool day(4 hours)

Take it easy. Swim, read, nap

Sunset at Malimbu viewpoint(1 hour)

Hillside viewpoint north of Senggigi — panoramic Gili Islands and ocean views

Drive to Benang Kelambu(1.5 hours)

Central Lombok forest

Benang Kelambu Waterfall(2 hours)

Cascades through vines creating a 'mosquito net' curtain. 10,000 IDR. Hidden gem

Benang Stokel Waterfall(1 hour)

Nearby twin waterfall. More swimmable

Village warung lunch(45 minutes)

Ayam bakar and tempeh from 20,000 IDR

Pura Meru temple(45 minutes)

Lombok's largest Hindu temple. Free. Three-tiered meru towers

Mataram morning market(1 hour)

Local produce, spices, and textiles at local prices

Banyumulek pottery village(1.5 hours)

Hand-shaped Sasak pottery fired in open pits. Small pieces from 20,000 IDR

Ayam Taliwang lunch(1 hour)

Lombok's signature dish — spicy grilled chicken at Rumah Makan Taliwang. From 35,000 IDR

Drive to Sekotong(1.5 hours)

Southwest Lombok. Winding coastal road with ocean views

Boat to Gili Nanggu(20 minutes)

Tiny private island with crystal water. Boat charter ~300,000 IDR return. Almost completely deserted — bring snorkel gear and lunch

Snorkeling and beach time(3 hours)

The reef around Gili Nanggu and nearby Gili Sudak is pristine and virtually untouched

Autore Pearl Farm visit(1.5 hours)

Lombok produces world-class South Sea pearls. Free tour of the farm and showroom near Senggigi. Pearls from 500,000 IDR — significantly cheaper than retail

Sasak cooking class(3 hours)

Learn plecing kangkung (spicy morning glory), ayam taliwang, and sate pusut (minced meat on lemongrass sticks). ~200,000-300,000 IDR through local operators

Final sunset at Senggigi beach(1 hour)

Last Lombok sunset — Bali's silhouette across the strait

Tampah Beach(1.5 hours)

Unmarked beach east of Kuta — scramble down a path. Often completely empty. White sand, turquoise water

Are Guling Beach(1.5 hours)

Another hidden bay — accessed via a dirt road. Bring water and snacks. No facilities

Selong Belanak sunset surf session(2 hours)

One last sunset session on the beginner break

Option A: Return to Gili Air for a day(Full day)

Fast boat from Senggigi. Final snorkeling with turtles. Return by sunset boat

Option B: Mandalika resort area(Half day)

The new MotoGP circuit area has upscale beach clubs and restaurants. Explore the development

Farewell dinner at Ashtari Lounge(1.5 hours)

Hilltop restaurant above Kuta with panoramic bay views. Wood-fired pizza and cocktails — the sunset here is the best in south Lombok. Mains from 65,000 IDR

Sunrise at Tanjung Aan(1 hour)

If near Kuta — empty east-facing bay at dawn

Breakfast at hotel or warung(45 minutes)

Bubur ayam from 15,000 IDR

Transfer to Lombok Airport(30 minutes)

Kuta is close to LOP. Taxi 100,000-150,000 IDR