Best Tour in Lombok Island

The “best” daily tour in Lombok depends on your personal interests, but highly-rated options generally fall into three categories: Island Hopping/Snorkeling, Nature and Waterfalls, and Culture and Beaches.

Here are the top daily tour types:

Island Hopping & Snorkeling.

Lombok is surrounded by beautiful, smaller islands (Gilis) offering fantastic marine experiences.

1. Gili Islands (Trawangan, Meno, Air) Snorkeling Tour: This popular tour takes you to the well-known Gili Islands off Lombok’s northwest coast. Highlights include snorkeling at “Turtle Point” and the underwater statues near Gili Meno, with time to explore Gili Trawangan.

Best for: Socializing, vibrant marine life, and a mix of snorkeling and island exploration.

2. “Secret Gilis” (Nanggu, Sudak, Kedis) Tour: Head to the southwest for a more tranquil experience with pristine, less crowded beaches and clear waters.

Best for: Secluded relaxation, quiet beaches, and excellent calm-water snorkeling.

3. Pink Beach Boat Tour: Explore the unique pink-hued sands of Tangsi Beach in East Lombok, which gets its color from crushed red coral. The tour usually includes snorkeling stops at nearby islands like Gili Petelu and Gili Kondo.

Best for: Unique scenery and photography enthusiasts.

Nature & Waterfall Tours

Explore Lombok’s lush interior, a greener alternative to the beaches.

1. Benang Kelambu & Benang Stokel Waterfalls: Located in Central Lombok at the foothills of Mount Rinjani, these are two of the most popular and accessible waterfalls on the island. Benang Kelambu is famous for its unique “curtain-like” flow through greenery.

Best for: Easy trekking, swimming in natural pools, and beautiful photo opportunities.

2. Tetebatu Walking Tour: This tour focuses on the rural life of Lombok, with walks through rice paddies and local villages, often including a visit to a smaller waterfall and monkey forest.

Best for: Cultural immersion, stunning terraced landscapes, and relaxed walking.

Culture & South Coast Tours

Learn about the local Sasak culture and visit Lombok’s iconic southern beaches.

Sasak Traditional Village & South Coast Tour: Visit the traditional weaving village of Sukarara and the authentic village of Sade to learn about the indigenous Sasak people’s way of life. The tour then proceeds to stunning southern beaches like Kuta Lombok, Tanjung Aan, and Merese Hill for panoramic views.

Best for: Cultural insight and breathtaking coastal scenery.