Aprovecha la oportunidad de conocer la encantadora isla de Lombok con esta excursión de medio día. El viaje transcurrirá a través de verdes paisajes y visitarás puntos de referencia como el palacio de Mayura Water, el colorido mercado de Mandalika, los jardines Taman Narmada o el histórico templo de Pura Lingsar.
El origen del antaño glorioso palacio de Mayura Water se remonta a 1740, cuando los balineses gobernaban Lombok. La entrada flotante del palacio está situada en un lago con árboles a los lados, mientras que el palacio se encuentra rodeado por una pared baja decorada con magníficos animales tallados. En este lugar se libró la batalla entre los holandeses y los balineses y, siglos después, aún se pueden ver las marcas de la lucha en algunas partes.
Continúa hacia el mercado Mandalika, considerado uno de los más importantes de Lombok. Éste hace gala de su gran variedad de especias, frutas y vegetales que los tenderos exhiben, pero también es conocido por las improntas visuales y los sonidos que genera: un gran enjambre de clientes y vendedores regateando al mismo tiempo en más de 30 dialectos distintos.
Aléjate del bullicio y ve hacia los jardines Taman Narmada construidos en 1727 por el rey King Anak Agung Ngurah Karang Asem como un refugio real y lugar de culto. Se dice que el agua del manantial es la fuente de la eterna juventud. Al final visitarás un lugar de una gran espiritualidad, el palacio Pura Lingsar del siglo XVIII. Este es el único templo hindú del mundo en el que los árabes pueden rezar. ¡No te pierdas las anguilas sagradas!
Sumérgete en la vida tradicional de Lombok con esta excursión cultural que te lleva a los pueblos de Sasak y a algunas de las playas más bellas de la zona. Admira la cerámica hecha a mano y como las tejedoras siguen utilizando los métodos heredados a través de la cultura oral. Disfruta del tiempo libre rodeado por la naturaleza y respirando la fresca brisa marina.
Los Sasak son la etnia mayoritaria de Lombok y, al contrario que sus vecinos de Bali, son en gran parte musulmanes. Ve hasta el Banyumulek, un pueblo dedicado a la cerámica, donde fabrican utensilios y mobiliario de cocina con arcilla gracias a las técnicas de horneado tradicionales. Allí, serás bien recibido por la población autóctona y podrás adquirir alguno de los múltiples objetos a la venta.
El siguiente paso es Sukarara, conocida por sus tejedoras. Esta tradición se transmite de madre a hija en una edad temprana. Observe a las mujeres en el porche de sus casas, tejiendo patrones “songket” y diseños asociados a Sukarara. Para llevarlos a cabo, utilizan tejidos teñidos con productos naturales como tallos de plátano en purtrefacción, de los que se obtiene el color marrón; o cáscara de mangostán para el púrpura.
El pueblo de Sade debe su fama a las tradicionales casas de arroz, construidas sobre pilares de madera con techos en forma de gorro hechos con pasto de elefante. Después de toda esa información cultural, es hora de relajarse un poco en la playa. Visita la paradisíaca Kuta, una playa de agua turquesa, arena blanca y rodeada de colinas frondosas. O también prueba con Tanjung Aan, con las mismas características, antes de volver al hotel.
Drive to Gunungsari morning market, Karang Bayan traditional Sasak tribe village to see villagers in their daily activity and then to Sedau to see magnificent panorama of rice terraces from hilly side. Proceed driving through rice fields to get Aik Beriq village at the foot of Mt Rinjani where trekking is started to reach Benang Setokel waterfall and then through rainforest of Rinjani National Park continue the trekking to Benang Kelambu waterfall. Refreshing bathing is possible to do in these two waterfalls. Picnic Lunch will be provided. Afternoon drive back to hotel with a stop at the Lingsar Temple, which is visited by Hindu and “Wektu Telu” Muslim as well as some Buddhist faithful.
Off Lombok you will find the three of Gili Islands, which are are surrounded by spectacular coral formations and marine life. Swim in the clear crystalline waters and laze around on the white sandy beaches. Start the tour with a visit to Lendang bajur traditional market, Pusuk pass with monkey forest and beautiful panoramic. Continue to Bangsal Quay and proceed to Gili Air by outrigger boat. Spend the whole day in Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan before returning to your hotel via northwest coastal line with spectacular view in Malimbu Hill.
Visit Senaru village where we meet a local guide who will lead us during a three-hour long walk exploring the foothills of spectacular Rinjani volcano in Lombok's northern district. The route follows old pathways amongst shady bamboo groves and village gardens before entering open landscapes of rice terraces and palms.
Follow a winding irrigation channel and reach the lush rainforest of the famous Sindang Gila Waterfall Reserve. If you would like to have refreshing bath, it will be welcomed and will give a special experience in this trip. Along the way discover tropical plants and gain insight into the colourful village life of the Sasak tribe. Lunch at local restaurant while witnessing the spectacular view will be another experience.
Lying off Lombok are dozens of paradisiacal islets, known as the Gilis (which mean ‘islands’) and no visit to Lombok is complete without a trip to at least one. So right after you have enjoyed your breakfast, we will depart for a full day tour to Gili Nanggu, one of the lesser-known and more secluded of the isles.
The brief crossing on an outrigger boat to Gili Nanggu will be from Lembar harbour or the coastal village of Tawun. Gili Nanggu is a virgin island, which has been virtually untouched by modernity – there are no cars or motorbikes. Dense rainforests cover almost every inch of land that isn’t the beach that completely surrounds the isle.
The super white sands and the clear turquoise waters will entice you to sunbathe and enjoy a cooling swim. Snorkelling offers you the opportunity to discover the colourful underwater world, with beautiful corals and tropical fish.
You could not be further removed from everyday life than you are in Gili Nanggu. After this unforgettable experience you will return to hotel in late afternoon with the rest of the day free.
After breakfast our guide will pick you up from your hotel. First stop at Malimbu Hill in route to the harbor to enjoy the spectacular views over the region. From here you can observe a variety of land and seascapes, taking in the turquoise hues of the sea, the dramatic wave formations, and the sight of Green Mountain as well as other small islands dotted out at sea.
Take a moment to look at the impressive trees and vegetation of the area, you might be lucky enough to spot a monkey! From here we then drive to Teluk Nare for the embarkation to the Gili’s. At the harbor board a speed boat to cross the waters to Gili Meno Island, around 10 minutes . An idyllic spot for swimming and snorkeling, this island is a popular destination in Lombok for good reason. Free from sound of motorized-vehicles, the surrounding sea is full of colorful marine life.
Here you can participate in a variety of activities, including diving, and horse cart riding (all at extra charge) or simply relax and enjoy the sun and the sparkling sea. Lunch is served at a local restaurant on Gili Meno.
In the afternoon we cruise back to Teluk nare Harbour where a car will be waiting to drive you back to your hotel.
Pick up at your hotel, then start for full day trip, visiting: Paok Motong and Aikmel, the traditional market, Lemor, spring water and black monkey forest; Sapit, the natural view of countryside; Sembalun lawang and Sembalun Bumbung, to see the cultivate of garlic and lies in the tranquil Sembalun valley high up on the eastern slope of Mt. Rinjani. Mayung Putik, the holy spring waters. Dasan Beleq a traditional sasak village.
Lunch Box will be served enrooted, than return to your hotel for rest. Obsolete different Sendang Gile Waterfall, having shower or batting on river and keep drive off to Bayan Beleq a native village with an oldest mosque in Lombok, build a 16th century.
Return to your hotel to take a rest.
This morning after the breakfast you will be picked up from your hotel and first we gather our snorkeling gear for the day. A short drive along the picturesque southwest coast takes you to Lembar. Here a boat will be waiting to take you across the crystaline waters to more remote islands. Your first stop is Gili Nanggu, a 30 minute boat ride from Lombok.
Nice white sandy beaches and palmtrees and even more stunning scenery can be found underwater where a colorful sea garden and bountiful marine life fill the seas which makes it a great place for snorkeling. Midday, take a break from island exploring and we make a short boat ride to the nearby Gili Sudak where we have a lunch of grilled fish in a very simple warung on the beach, a few meters away from the gently rippling sea.
Spread your towel our on the sand and relax a bit or go for a stroll along the quiet beach. Next we go by boat to Gili Kedis, the tiny island you have been observing while having lunch, yet another slice of Paradise. For the more sportive ones, it is possible to swim from Gili Sudak to Gili Kedis. Return to Lombok from Gili Kedis, where the car will be waiting for you at the port in Tanjungempet. Possibility there to take fresh water shower to rince of the salt before our drive back to the hotel. On the way back to hotel make a stop at Banyumulek pottery village.
This village is one of the main clay pottery centers on the island and, despite its deep traditions, is now becoming known throughout the international art world for its enormous, elaborately decorated pots. Spend time browsing through the village and admiring the work before resuming the drive back to your hotel.
Enjoy a traditional way of fishing with native angler and learn how to navigate the outrigger traditionally. Morning drive from your hotel to Senggigi jetty and then board to your outrigger heading to the Gili’s, the best fishing spot around the island.
Trolling while sailing toward northern part of Gili Trawangan, this way very often we catch fish’s, sometime we can have even big fishes such as Tuna and Barracuda. Sitting down on boat while throwing your fishing rods and slowly sailing to Gili Meno with the splendid view on the rocky Lombok coastline.
In Gili Meno we will take a rest of while where you can grilling your catch for lunch. Afterward continue cruising to the last spot to Gili air for your last fishing session. Here you may jump to the crystal blue clear seawater, swims and relax before heading back to Lombok main islands. Transfer by car to your hotel.
Discover the new Gili in Lombok, Nanggu, Sudak & Kedis, explore their beauty, pristine islands, beaches and amazing snorkeling spots. Get picked up in the morning from your hotel and then heading to sacred Mt. Pengsong with its Hindu temple inhabited by hundreds of holy monkeys. Located up in the hill, from the top you will discover the beautiful panoramic, green lush rice field and ocean at the distance.
Afterward, drive to the harbor and then board on your boat toward Gili Sudak where your tasty lunch is await. Afterward, you are free to enjoy the beach or stroll around the island before proceed for island hopping to Gili Nanggu and Gili Kedis prior to sailing back to Lombok Main Island and then transfer by car to your hotel.
A journey to the real heart of Lombok to discover the authentic lush green part of the entire island, a short hiking to see the 125 meters high beautiful Sendang Gile waterfall and the original traditional village of Lombok located on the northern slope of Mt. Rinjani. Early in the morning, drive from you hotel through a windy road to reach Pusuk monkey forest where lies the beautiful view of the Gili’s from the distance.
Continue through Lombok northern coastline to Sendang Gile waterfall. Located on the slope of mount Rinjani, within 15 minutes walking distance you will reach this 125 meters high waterfall is set among lush green valley. A picnic lunch will be served here. Afterward we drive to Sembalun Lawang and Bumbung village with a broad green valley with the giant mount Rinjani as the backdrops. At these villages you will discover two authentic sample of Sasak’s culture.
A slow paddle through the hills and stunning rice terrace of Tetebatu set amid picturesque scenery on the southern slopes of Gunung Rinjani, Morning drive to southern slope of Mount Rinjani where you will meet with your cycling guide for the safety briefing. They will describe the route to follow and they will take time to demonstrate how to use the bike’s gears and brakes.
Each of the participants a pair of gloves and a safety helmet. Set off for your cycling ride with some stops on the way, meet with the farmers, and saw how they grow the vanilla, rice and many other plantation at this most fertile land of Lombok. Transfer back to your hotel.
A quick introduction to Bali’s sister island to get to know their unique culture and heritage. Visit their traditional village and their beautiful beach. In the morning from your hotel, meet with your local guide to visit Lombok traditional villages. Banyumulek is your first stop, a pottery village.
Here you will discover the local expert on their daily routine show you pottery making process. Then continue to Sukarara, renowned as traditional hand weaving village. Next Sade, a typical Sasak traditional village located on the main road of Praya and Kuta. Sade is the home of indigenous Sasak tribe, the houses are made by bamboo and wood and thatched roofs and buffalo dung floors.
Tanjung A’an is your next stop to view the most scenic and un-spoilt beaches in Lombok. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Kuta area.