Lombok becomes one of the most popular destinations in Indonesia, with the fabled Gili Islands drawing foreigners for action both in water and on land. Mighty Mt. Rinjani attracts trekkers and hikers, and the big breaks on the South Coast as a magnet for surfers and swimmers.
Matram, Lombok's capital, is a good spot for day trips to the surrounding areas. In east Lombok, the very scenic Sumbawa offers low key tourism and some good surf opportunities.
Hire a car and cruise around the island of Lombok which shapes up at about 80 km from east to west and about the same from north to south, with lush evergreen landscapes.
Scuba Diving & Snorkeling on one of the Gili Islands is where everyone goes. Clear blue-green waters with abundant undersea life. Lombok offers many professional diving shops and schools with certified dive masters. The most popular ones are Blue Martin, Dream Divers, Blue Coral, and Manta Dive.
Trekking on Mt. Rinjani, which is the largest mountain in Indonesia, is a must do! On a clear day you can have a stunning view over Lombok. A crater lake, Segara Anak, and a natural hot spring are the ‘icing on the cake’ on such an adventure. The trek usually takes about three days and it is advised to go as a group with an experienced guide.
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