Lombok

WONDERFUL LOMBOK           A 17-day journey where you will discover Lombok. This island is located between Bali and Sumbawa Besar. You can find the Balinese culture on Lombok but not vice versa, so the island is very unique. From the south, deep into the heart and then through the northern coast you reach the Gili islands, along the pristine nature of the island. Feel the energy of the island which is surrounded by beautiful white sandy beaches. Surprise yourself with the rich culture that Lombok has to offer. An enriching experience that will remain in your heart forever.

Day 1 Kuta
After arrival at airport Praya there is a transfer to the hotel in Kuta. In the evening you can enjoy the tranquil bay on the Kuta beach on the southern coast of Lombok.

Day 2 Kuta
Today an endless walk on the beautiful beach of Kuta is made. Experience the breath taking views that this beach has to offer. This southern white beach of Lombok has a beautiful setting to enjoy in peace. The evening will be welcomed with a romantic dinner on the beach under the stars of the sky.

Day 3 Kuta - Tetebatu
Today the centre of Lombok is explored. Starting with a trip to Tetebatu, a quiet village in the middle of the island. Along the way various traditional villages are visited, the Sasak villages and a pottery in Penunjak. Here, beautiful pottery is being produced. You can find several articles here, all handmade. After arrival in Tetebatu the rest of the day is leisure.

Sasak A Sasak village consists of traditional houses, community houses and rice barns. The rice barns (Lumbung) have become the symbol of Lombok, which are found in many Sasak villages. Sasak are the original inhabitants of the island. They are related to the Balinese in language and race, although the Sasak are mainly Islamic, unlike the Hindu Balinese. Little is known about the history of the Sasak, except that Lombok was placed under the authority of the Majapahit, with the leadership of Gajah Mada. The Sasak are in the late 16th century to early 17th century converted to the Islam under the influence of Sunan Giri and the Islamic Makassaresen. The basic Islamic beliefs mixed with Hindu-Buddhist influences formed the Wetu Telu religion. In the early 18th century Lombok was conquered by the Balinese kingdom, Gel Gel. During this domination a large number of Balinese went to Lombok

Day 4 Tetebatu
Tetebatu is rich in the culture and nature worth to explore. The day starts  with a walk in Tetebatu, along the rice fields and various plantations. The walk ends in the village Pringgasela. Here you can see the process of Songket, hand-woven fabrics of Lombok. It is also possible to taste culinary dishes of the Sasak, entirely made of natural products and a traditional way of cooking. Then you will be brought to the village Masbagik where you can see many beautiful potteries and the village Loyok known for its baskets technique.

Songket In the villages of Lombok, like Pringgasela, women are specialized in Songket weaving. Songket is the name for the way of weaving as well as the fabric (silk / cotton) and the motif. This method of weaving is quite complicated and for one piece of fabric, they certainly are busy for a month. They are being sold in shops / stores.

Day 5 Tetebatu - Sembalun Lawang
You will now make a short visit to Labuan Lombok, the port for the island Sumbawa Besar. Then to Sembalun Lawang where there is an opportunity to get close to the Rinjani Mountain. Ton the way to Sembalun Lawang, beautiful mountains are passed such as the Adas and Baliyuk Mountain with its impressive views.

Rinjani Rinjani is an active volcano in Indonesia on the island of Lombok. With its 3726 meters it is the second highest volcano of Indonesia. The first known documented eruption was in September 1847. The most recent eruption was in 2010. A massive eruption of Rinjani in 1258 CE may have triggered the Little Ice Age. The volcano and the Segara Anak crater lake, are protected by a national park established in 1997. In 2008, the Indonesian government proposed to UNESCO that Mount Rinjani be one of the world's official geoparks. If this was approved by UNESCO, Mount Rinjani would become the first such geological park in Indonesia.

Day 6 Sembalun Lawang - Senaru
Today a visit is made to the north coast of Lombok. This is the high country which is rarely visited by tourists. Followed to Senaru, a green and fertile land. From here you can make a walk with a visit to a traditional village where people still live according the Wetu Telu. A walk is made through the rice fields to the Sendang Gile waterfall. With a height of 80 meters and the views of the foothills of the Rinjani, this waterfall is very beautiful. The rest of the evening is free.

Wetu Telu is a religion on the Indonesian island of Lombok. It is a mix of Balinese Hinduism, Islam and animism of the Sasak, the indigenous people of Lombok. The number three plays a major role in Wetu Telu. This refers to the three religions, but also to Allah, Muhammad and Adam, his analogue to the sun, moon and stars, which in turn refer to heaven, earth and water. This is for example reflected during Ramadan, with three days fasting.

Day 7 Senaru - Gili Air
After breakfast the journey heads for the northern side to Bangsal to cross the ocean by boat to the island, Gili Air. This is one of the finest of the three bounty islands, which lies off the coast just northwest of Lombok, an ideal place to relax, swim or snorkel. This place is known for its beautiful sunsets.

Day 8 - 11 Gili Islands
Leisure days on the Gili islands with the opportunity to explore the island or relax on the beach.

Day 12 Gili Trawangan - Senggigi
After enough rest, you will leave the Gili Islands by boat for Senggigi. You will have the opportunity to see the beautiful view from the Pusuk Mountain on the western valleys of the island. After arrival in Senggigi it is possible to make walks in the area or go shopping at the traditional art market of Senggigi.

Day 13 Senggigi - Mataram
In the early morning the journey continues to Mataram with a short visit at the traditional fishing harbour, where you can find the old style of Buginese houses. After arrival at the capital of Lombok it is possible to explore the city. The afternoon is free. Walk in the city to search for the beautiful white pearl which can be found at many places in Lombok or play golf at the Rinjani Country Club golf course.

Day 14 Mataram
Today you will discover the landscape of the island. There are several visits to the sites around the capital. A special place that witnesses the development of the island, is the famous temple Lingsar, the Suranadi, Segara and Meru Temple in Cakranegara. At the end of the afternoon you can do a culinary taste of Lombok at one of the local restaurants.

Pura Suranadi is a complex of three temples located a few kilometres north of Narmada in Suranadi, it is the oldest and holiest of Balinese temples in Lombok, founded by the 16th century Javanese priest Daqnghyang Nirartha. Pura Segara is a temple located on the Ampenan beach in Mataram. The temple is painted in red and decorated with designs of Balinese art. That makes the Pura Segara very special and unique. Pura Lingsar is a temple on the Indonesian island of Lombok. It is one of the most important religious buildings of the island and it is also one of the most famous tourist attractions of the island. The temple was built in 1714 by the Balinese Hindus, when they first visited Lombok. Pura Meru is located in Cakranegara and was built in 1720 by Made Karangasem. The temple is a symbol of the unity of Hindus in Lombok.

Day 15 Mataram - Gili Nanggu
Today you leave the city of Mataram to Lembar by boat to discover the peaceful island of Gili Nanggu. The island offers a lot of privacy. Thanks to its location, the island has a rich underwater world. This beautiful island is only 12.5 hectares and has an amazing collection of colour fish which can be closely admired while snorkeling.

Day 16 Gili Nanggu
Leisure day. Gili Nanggu is one of the many islands of Lombok which has yet to be discovered. Discover it yourself.

Day 17 Gili Nanggu
Time to leave Gili Nanggu. You will be brought to the next destination. The end of an unforgettable journey.


Price starting from € 1.475,- 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:

- 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