Day 1 Mataram
Today you will meet the ancestors of the island of Lombok. A visit will be made to the Balinese Meru temple in Cakranegara and the Chinese cemetery, local market in Sweta and Islamic cemetery; Loang Baluk, which is believed to be a sacred place. There is also a large tree where a number of respected people are buried under. Then proceed to Narmada and Pura Lingsar, where legend told that these sacred temples may give a healing strength.
Narmada was the summer palace of the Balinese king, Ngurah Asem, the king of Karagasem. When the king became too old to make a pilgrimage to Segara Anak on the volcano Rinjani, he built the Narmada Temple as a replica of this volcano, so he could still do the annually rituals.
Pura Lingsar is a temple complex which exists of two temples built in 1714. One of these temples is dedicated to the Hinduism and the other to Wetu Telu, an ancient religion of the original population called the Sasaks. This religion is a mix of Adat and elements from the Islam. This complex is the mother of all temples on Lombok. People of all origins, like local Chinese, Buddhists, Christians and sometimes the Wetu Lima, all pray for wealth, rain, health and good luck. The Wetu Lima pray for ‘only’ 3 times a day instead of 5 times a day like most Muslims.
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Day 2 Mataram - Senggigi
Today, the journey continues to Senggigi. In Senggigi a visit will be made to Batu Bolong, a Balinese temple. In the afternoon there will be some time left for relaxation in Senggigi. Senggigi is the most important resort of Lombok. The snow-white beach is beautiful and runs along two bays, which are separated from the ocean by a coral reef. Senggigi has several hotels and many shops and restaurants.
Day 3 Senggigi - Labuan Pandan
The day starts with a walk. On the way villages are visited where people still live according to the Wetu Telu religion. The citizens will be happy to invite you into their homes. A beautiful walk will be made through the rice fields towards a spectacular waterfall. Afterwards the journey continues to Labuan Pandan. You will be welcomed by a local family, who will cook a delicious dinner. Learn all about their life in this traditional village.
Day 4 Labuan Pandan - Tetebatu
Today a small boat sails out to the islands near the coast of Labuan Pandan for snorkelling. Here is are beautiful corals to be found which is why the local people call this place the ‘Heavenly Sea’. After lunch the road goes on to Lenek, a village where you can watch a traditional dance performance. Overnight in Tetebatu, a village on the other side of the Rinjani at a height of 800 m.
Day 5 Tetebatu - Tanjung Luar
The morning starts with a beautiful walk through the rice and tobacco field around Tetebatu to the village of Pringgasela. In Pringgasela you will watch the process of songket weaving. The women of the village all know the art of weaving. After that the road continues to Masbagik, a village where the people make pottery by traditional methods. Then the village Loyok will be visited, where the process of basket weaving can be seen.
Day 6 Tanjung Luar - Kuta
In the early morning a visit is made to the fish market in Tanjung Luar. This is one of the most important fish ports of Lombok with many Buginese houses; a very picturesque place. The journey will continue to Kuta, with a stop in Keruak where people make fishing boats and through a traditional Sasak village. Arrival in Kuta will be around noon. The rest of the day is for leisure. You can explore the city or relax at the hotel.
Sadé
The Sasak are the indigenous people of the island of Lombok. Among the traditional villages are Bayan, Sadé and Rembitan. Houses in Sadé are built in rows. But most prominent and typical to Lombok is the rice barn or “Lumbung”, which stands raised on four wooden piles with a bonnet-shaped roof made of alang-alang or elephant grass. Rice is stored through a raised window. The beruga or the ceremonial hall stands on six pillars, its roof is also covered with elephant grass, providing coolness in hot weather and warmth during cooler nights. Houses or bale are divided into 3 sections, the kitchen, sleeping quarters and the living room. Dance and Drama on Lombok are intricately tied to cultural identity. Although the Sasak are deeply influenced by Bali and Java, yet the blend of cultures remain uniquely Lombok’s. The Sasak are predominantly farmers cultivating rice fields, while their women are adept at weaving, producing the beautiful Lombok ikat cloths. |
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Day 7 Kuta
Today you will make a tour around Kuta to see a few caves and be amazed by the panorama of South-Lombok. The rest of the day is free. Stroll through the city or unwind on the beautiful white beach of Kuta with tropical palm trees and a deep-blue ocean.
Day 8 Kuta - Sekotong
From Kuta the road heads for the south coast towards Sekotong. Enjoy the beautiful landscape on the way. After arrival in Sekotong, the rest of the day will be free. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and the peaceful atmosphere.
Day 9 Sekotong
Leisure day. Walk around the village, see the coconut plantation or sail to the nearby island of Gili Nanggu for snorkelling. Sea turtles, rays, many tropical fish and even sharks can be seen. Sekotong is the best place in Lombok for snorkeling and diving.
Day 10 Sekotong
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your next destination. End of this amazing journey through the beautiful places of Lombok.
Price starting from € 995,- p.p.
* The arrangement as described can be booked as a private or as a group journey.
* Due to weather conditions the program can be changed
* The journey includes hotel or cottage accommodation with breakfast
* Transfer by private car
* Additional options can be arranged, such as:
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- International or Domestic flights
- Lunches and/or dinner
- Daily guide, speaking the language of your choice
- Insurances
- Entrance fees at the sites
- Any other wish to complete your journey |
