Lombok Tour Package: Discovering More of Indonesia

The beautiful island of Lombok in Indonesia may not be as hugely popular as its much hyped neighbor Bali, yet it is just as worthy of exploration as any other travel destination. Especially for the most dedicated travelers, a good, satisfying travel experience does not only mean exploring the most popular places there ever is on the planet. It also means traversing the less popular ones for its own rewards apart from popularity, one of the possible rewards being that less known destinations may in fact offer a more unspoiled natural beauty, which, after all, is one of the ultimate goals of traveling around different places away from home. On this note, a Lombok tour package will definitely be a good option, both for its unspoiled natural beauty and as much as for its affordability.

Listed below are some attractions that makes this destination a good investment of one's travel time and resources:

Mt. Rinjani National Park
Mt. Rinjani National Park is a sprawling 41,330 hectares (159.6 square miles) of nature reserve and water catchment area and includes an additional 66,000 hectares (250 square miles) of adjacent protected forests. Mt. Rinjani as a whole is the second highest peak in Indonesia, and is increasingly becoming popular among trekkers and mountain climbers. Locals consider the mountain as sacred, and its Saganak crater is the venue for pilgrimage of thousands who believe that making an offering in the waters and bathing in the hot spring can cure illnesses.

The Gili Islands
Popular among tourists who are after a remote island experience, the Gili islands consists of three coral islands made naturally perfect and awe-inspiring by white sands dotted with swaying pine trees. The local government has prohibited the use of automobiles in the islands, and the means of transportation that is available is by horse cart called cidomo, or alternatively, by foot or bicycle. Superb coral formations, as well as the plethora of rich marine life, has made diving in Gilis a popular activity among visitors and locals alike.

Sekotong
Sekotong is a place of stunning beauty, dotted on the left with gently rolling hills and small rural villages sheltered under green valleys. On the right side is the ocean stretch, which paints the area a lovely blue color in the sunlight. In between Sekotong and Taun township sprawls a majestic arc of white sand and turquoise waters.

Senggigi Beach and Resort
Known as Lombok's most developed tourist area, Senggigi is home to facilities and conveniences such as bars, cafes, discotheques, and restaurants, most of which are found on the main beach road.

Kuta Beach
The south coast of Lombok is known as Kuta. Kuta boasts of a fabulous bay that is characterized by white sand, crystal clear waters, and excellent surfing waves. Kuta is less busy than other parts of Lombok, making it perfect for a quiet holiday. Various accommodations are available, ranging from the relatively luxurious hotel to the most affordable homestay. The most famous activities in the area include surfing, relaxing under the sun, and surfing.