More Ideas to Enjoy Your Lombok Holiday:

1. Visit Sasak Villages – Immerse yourself in the local culture by visiting traditional Sasak villages. You can explore unique architectural styles, and learn more about local customs – many cultural rituals are still followed, and the community is still heavily involved in traditions, you can interact with them if you want to know more.
2. Learn to Weave – Gain insight into traditional Sasak culture by learning the art of weaving. Take a weaving workshop to create your own textiles and support local artisans.
3. Experience Local Cuisine – Pamper your taste buds with Lombok’s delicious cuisine, influenced by its diverse cultural heritage. You can try local specialties like ayam taliwang (spicy grilled chicken infused with strong spices – ohhh, it will be something really special), sate rembiga (grilled skewered beef meat), and plecing kangkung (water spinach salad) at local markets.

Extra Tips!

• The majority of people in Lombok are practicing Muslims, and mostly are still preserving their conservative values – therefore after visiting the beach and the waterfalls, you have to change into casual clothes before going back into town.
• Bear in mind that when travelling through Lombok, public transport is limited, not very common in smaller towns, and mostly based around the larger towns. On your arrival, consider renting a car or scooter or bike to travel around the island quickly or arrange a driver instead.
• The currency used in Lombok is Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), where cash payments are still a preferred method in many areas – therefore it is highly recommended for you to prepare cash for any activities. However, payments by card can be accepted for some bigger establishments.
• Enjoy your holiday to the fullest!