Lombok Tours &
Things to Do
Discover the best Lombok tours and things to do on Indonesia’s laid-back island next to Bali: snorkel the turquoise reefs of the three Gili Islands, trek the volcanic summit of Mount Rinjani, cool off at the twin Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep waterfalls, visit a traditional Sasak village, and cruise to the famous Pink Beach. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect island trip.
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Explore Lombok by interest
Whatever brings you to Lombok — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Top attractions in Lombok
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Gili Islands
Snorkel paradise.
Mount Rinjani
Volcano summit.
Tiu Kelep
Jungle waterfall.
Sasak Villages
Living culture.
Pink Beach
Rosy sands.
Kuta Lombok
Surf & bays.
Turtle Reefs
Gili snorkeling.
Lombok Beaches
Empty shores.
Lombok in 3 days
- 1Day 1: Gili snorkel
- 2Day 2: waterfalls & Sasak
- 3Day 3: south beaches
- 4Pink Beach
Boat trip awayGili Islands
Snorkel & turtles.
~2 hr awaySenaru Waterfalls
Jungle cascades.
Multi-day awayMount Rinjani
Volcano trek.
~2 hr awayPink Beach
Rosy sands.
~1 hr awayTetebatu
Rice terraces.
~1 hr awayKuta Lombok
Surf beaches.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Lombok visitor asks before booking.
Dry season (May–Sep)
The best time, with sunny days ideal for the Gilis, Rinjani and beaches.
Shoulder (Apr & Oct)
Warm with occasional showers and fewer crowds — a good time to visit.
Wet season (Nov–Mar)
Hot and humid with rain; Rinjani treks often close in the wettest months.
Rinjani season
The Rinjani trekking route is usually open around April to December.
Best for the Gilis
The dry season offers the calmest seas and clearest snorkeling.
Peak months
July and August are busiest and driest — book ahead.
One day
Waterfalls and Sasak culture.
Three days
Add the Gilis and Pink Beach.
One week
Add a Mount Rinjani trek and the south.
Beach lovers
The Gilis and south coast.
For adventure
Rinjani, surf and waterfalls.
With kids
Gili snorkeling and calm beaches.
Private driver
A car and driver is the easiest, most flexible way to explore the island.
Boats to the Gilis
Fast boats link Lombok’s north-west coast with the three Gili Islands.
Tours & transfers
Guided tours with pickup cover the waterfalls, Rinjani and the coast.
On the Gilis
The Gili Islands are car-free — explore on foot, by bike or cidomo cart.
Getting there
Lombok International Airport (LOP) serves the island, with ferries from Bali too.
Where to base
Senggigi, Kuta Lombok or the Gilis each suit different trips.
Indonesian rupiah
Lombok uses the rupiah; carry cash for villages and the Gilis, where ATMs are limited.
Book ahead
Rinjani treks, Gili boats and Pink Beach tours fill up in the dry season — reserve early.
Sun protection
The tropical sun is strong — bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and water.
Respect customs
Lombok is mostly Muslim; dress modestly away from the beaches and in villages.
Rinjani permits
Rinjani treks require a national park permit, usually arranged by tour operators.
Bring a dry bag
A waterproof bag protects valuables on boat and snorkel trips.
Rinjani treks
Multi-day treks with permits sell out — book ahead.
Gili snorkel trips
Popular boat tours fill up — reserve early.
Pink Beach tours
Remote-coast trips book out — reserve ahead.
Waterfall tours
Senaru tours fill up — book early.
Surf lessons
Kuta surf schools fill in peak season — reserve ahead.
Dry-season dates
July and August are busiest — reserve everything ahead.
Gili snorkel trip
Around $20–40 for a Gili Islands snorkeling boat tour.
Waterfall tour
About $25–45 for a Senaru waterfalls tour.
Rinjani trek
Roughly $120–250 for a 2–3 day guided Rinjani trek.
Pink Beach tour
Around $40–70 for a Pink Beach boat and snorkel trip.
Private day tour
About $40–70 for a full-day private car-and-driver tour.
How to save
Join group tours, hire a shared driver, and travel in shoulder season.
Lombok through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- Gilis & Rinjani.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Book ahead.
- Best for
- Warm, quieter.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Great time.
- Best for
- Lush, cheap.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Rain, humid.
- Best for
- Best weather.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Busy.