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HIGH SEASON IN LOMBOK!
High season has started in Lombok and our beaches and resorts are buzzing with holiday-makers enjoying the beautiful sunny days and cool nights at this time of the year.
This year, Ramadan coincides with high season but visitors shouldn’t let that bother them. Despite what mischievous people in Bali might tell you, it is business as usual in all the tourism areas on Lombok! Our restaurants and bars are open, our hotels are filling up, and visitors to our island are welcomed at any time of the year… so come and enjoy the peace and beauty of Lombok! To all our Muslim readers we wish you Selamat Menunaikan Ibadah Puasa! To find out more, pick up a copy of The Lombok Guide from the locations listed on page 62 or visit www.thelombokguide.com and discover the magic of Lombok for yourself…
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GETTING TO LOMBOK
GETTING TO LOMBOK
DOMESTIC FLIGHTS
It’s easy to get to Lombok from Bali – flight time is only 25 minutes European connections are easy via Jakarta (the capital city of and fares start from around Rp 300,000 (approx US $33) one way. Java) or Bali. Direct flights from Jakarta to Lombok are available Buy tickets direct from the airline counters at the domestic airports, every day and are usually timed to connect with European flights. or contact local travel agents, in both Bali and Lombok. Lombok is easily accessible from Jakarta, Bali, Jogyakarta and Lombok International Airport (or Bandara Internasional Lombok, Surabaya and is an important connection for travel to the eastern commonly abbreviated to BIL) is the only airport on Lombok. The islands, in particular Sumbawa, Komodo and Flores. airport is approximately 40km south of the city of Mataram, and Garuda Indonesia has direct flights between Lombok, Bali and around 1 ½ hours’ drive from Senggigi and 25 minutes from Kuta. Jakarta every day, Call Center : 0 804 1 807 807, Sales Office : Airport departure tax is Rp 25,000 for domestic departures and Rp +62 370 642303, 649999. www.garuda-indonesia.com 100,000 for international departures. Lion Air has daily flights between Lombok, Bali, Jakarta and BALI TO LOMBOK BY AIR Surabaya. Ph: +62 370 664009. www.lionair.co.id In Lombok, flights depart and arrive at Lombok International Aiport. In Bali, flights arrive and depart at Ngurah Rai (Denpasar) Domestic Airport.
Merpati Airlines has flights available between Lombok, Bali, Bima, Deli, Bandung, Flores and Kupang. Lombok, ph: +62 370 621111. www.merpati.co.id
Garuda Airlines has direct flights between Lombok, Bali and Trans Nusa Air flies between Lombok, Sumbawa and Bima once Jakarta every day, Call Center : 0 804 1 807 807, Sales Office: +62 a day. Lombok, ph: +62 370 624555. www.transnusa.co.id 370-642303, 649999. www.garuda-indonesia.com Batavia Air has flights between Lombok, Jakarta every day. Merpati Airlines flies direct between Bali and Lombok four times a Lombok, +62 804 1 222 888 / +62 21 38 999 888. day. Lombok, ph: +62 370 621111, Airport: +62 370 633637 / +62 www.batavia-air.co.id 87864253577. Bali, ph: +62 361 420999. www.merpati.co.id Sky Aviation offers flights to remote and difficult to get to Trans Nusa Air operates two flights between Bali and Lombok destinations, including Labuhan Bajo on Flores, Batam, daily. Lombok, ph: +62 370 624555. Bali, ph: +62 361 8477395. Pekanbaru, Jambi and more. Ph: +62 370 630787 or see their www.transnusa.co.id website for full details. www.sky-aviation.co.id Lion Air flies between Bali and Lombok with three flights daily. BALI TO LOMBOK BY SEA The company share-codes with Wings Air, so you may purchase a Lion Air ticket and find yourself on a Wings Air flight! Lombok, Padang Bai Harbour (Bali) provides the sea link between mainland Call Centre: +62 80 4177 8899. Bali, ph: +62 361 765132. www. Bali and Lombok. Lembar Harbour (Lombok) is approx. 1 hour lionair.co.id south of Senggigi, Lombok. Sky Aviation operates morning and afternoon flights between Bali and Lombok every day. The company also offers private charter flights between the islands, as well as other destinations throughout Indonesia. Lombok, ph: +62 370 630 787. Bali, ph: +62 361 936 8320. www.sky-aviation.co.id
INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS Lombok International Airport has full Visa on Arrival facilities, with efficient and fast visa processing. Silk Air (a subsidiary of Singapore Airlines) flies direct between Lombok and Singapore, three times per week. Lombok, ph: +62 370 628254 / 628255. www.silkair.com Garuda Airlines flies between Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia and Lombok every day, with a short stop-over in Jakarta. Call Centre: 0 80 418 07807. Airport: +62 370 649100. www.garuda-indonesia.com
Arrange your own transport and buy tickets direct from the harbours, or use a reputable tour company to provide a transfer service. Public Ferries depart every hour for the sea voyage between Padang Bai Harbour (Bali) and Lembar Harbour (Lombok). The crossing between the islands costs Rp 36,000 per person and takes approx. 4 to 5 hours. Lembar Harbour ph: +62 370 681 209. Padang Bai Harbour ph: (+62 363) 41849 / 41840
FAST BOATS There are now numerous “fast boat” services operating between Bali and Lombok. Most serve Gili Trawangan, but several also call at Teluk Kodek on mainland Lombok, making fast boats from Lombok to Bali (and vice versa) an option to flying. See the “Getting to the Gilis” section for details.
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ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES
Getting around Lombok is easy by car or motorbike and you can hire these in all the main tourism areas, with an International Drivers License. The roads are generally in good condition and traffic is light. Alternatively, hire a car and driver for exploring or take part in the tours and day trips offered by the many tour agencies on the island.
Surfing by Gretah Gray
BEACHES
all three islands are well served by professional dive operators who offer full PADI certification courses, day and night dives to the many sites around the Gilis, as well as specialised courses and live-aboard adventures to exotic locations. For the more adventurous, there is superb diving around the islands off the southwest coast, as well as near Kuta on the south coast and the small uninhabited islands off the east coast.
SURFING
The whole island is surrounded by fantastic beaches, most of which are covered in clean white sand and fringed by coconut palms. Drive just north of Senggigi to Malimbu or Nipah and enjoy deserted beaches with fine snorkelling and swimming. The southwest coast also has fine beaches, especially around Sekotong and Taun.
Lombok is becoming a world-renown surfing destination amongst surf enthusiasts world-wide. Huge waves and challenging surf lure die-hards to BangkoBangko (also known as Desert Point) on the south-western tip of Lombok.
Visit the small island of Gili Nanggu for rustic accommodation and great snorkelling just off shore or stay at Secret Island Resort on Gili Gede to explore the twelve other undeveloped islands in the southwest. The beaches around Kuta are breathtakingly beautiful. Visit Gerupuk for fantastic scenery, Kuta for long stretches of white sand and turquoise waters, or swim in the peaceful lagoon at Mawun.
Here you can hire a board, get board repairs and take surf lessons from the professionals.
DIVING With so many beaches and small islands, Lombok offers a myriad of diving and snorkelling opportunities. The best known locations are around the Gili islands - Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan. Snorkelling is easy from the shore and
Kuta, on the south coast, is surf-central and has a range of accommodations and services catering specially to surfers.
TREKKING Much of the island is still covered by natural rain forest and jungles, making Lombok ideal for ecotourism and adventure tours. There are a number of spectacular waterfalls on the island which provide lovely trekking opportunities, whether travelling independently or as part of a tour. Sendang Gile on the slope of Mt Rinjani in the north is an easily accessible waterfall in a stunning jungle setting and popular with visitors. Air Jeruk Manis, near Tetebatu is reached by walking through pretty rice fields and forests. The awesome Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu waterfalls, in central Lombok, are located within a short trek of each other and make a perfect day trip for those who appreciate truly magical natural surroundings.
The waves at Gerupuk and Kuta offer a variety of challenges from beginners to sheer madness! Ekas Bay has two surf breaks: Inside Ekas and Outside Ekas, which are suitable for beginners to experts, depending on different peaks and tides.
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ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES
Segara Anak Lake by Iwan Haryanto
MOUNTAIN CLIMBING Mt Rinjani, Lombok’s famous volcano, soars 3726 m above sea level and is the second highest volcano in Indonesia, attracting thousands of trekkers and climbers annually. The huge crater near the top contains a beautiful lake, Danau Segara Anak (Child of the Sea Lake) and a smaller volcanic cone, Gunung Baru Jari, which was formed a couple of hundred years ago. There are a number of caves, small waterfalls and hot springs located around the volcano. In 2004 Rinjani won the World Legacy Award and the volcano is recognised internationally as an important eco-tourism destination. Two, three and four day treks on the volcano are offered by tour companies and trek organisers in all the main resort areas of Lombok.
HISTORIC SITES & TEMPLES There are a number of interesting temples around the west coast, many of which are Hindu or ancient animist sites of worship. Pura Lingsar is possibly the only place in the world where Hindus and Moslems come together to pray and celebrate. Built around 1714, Pura Lingsar was originally based on the prevailing animist beliefs of the time, and some of the original animist statues remain today. Perang Topat, is an annual festival held at Lingsar and features a ritualised war with rice cakes, which also serve as an offering to the Gods. Pura Narmada (or Narmada Temple), around 10 km east of Cakranegara in Narmada, was created circa 1805 as a replica of Gunung Rinjani and Segara Anak, the lake within Rinjani’s crater. The gardens at Narmada are beautifully maintained and surround the pools and lake.
Pura Suranadi, a complex of three temples located a few kilometres north of Narmada in Suranadi, is the oldest and holiest of the Balinese temples in Lombok, founded by the 16th-century Javanese priest, Danghyang Nirartha. Underground streams bubble up into restored baths, used for ritual bathing. Huge sacred eels live in the pools and streams here, and can sometimes be lured out with an offering of boiled eggs (purchased at a nearby stall). To see a sacred eel is considered very lucky!
HANDICRAFT VILLAGES Lombok is famous for its traditional earthenware pottery made from local clay with distinctive “Lombok primitive” designs. You can also purchase handwoven sarongs and fabrics (ikat). Pringgasela in central Lombok is a small village which is steeped in tradition and is a major centre for weaving ikat. Visit the small houses and shops here to purchase traditionally woven, colourful fabrics. Masbagik, close to Pringgasela, is a small pottery village. Wander the streets and Tenun Ikat Handycraft by Andy Irawan
see the pottery being made in the small yards behind the simple homes here and purchase the wares for amazingly cheap prices. Sukarara is 5 km to the west of Praya, heading south towards Kuta. This is a weaving village where quality ikat and traditional cloth is displayed and sold. Weavers work outside many of the shops, using antiquated “back strap looms” to painstakingly produce works of art. Some of the larger pieces can take several months to weave, and collectors from around the world visit this village to purchase the blankets, sarongs and cloth produced here. Banyumulek, easily reached on the road south to Lembar Harbour, is an important centre for pottery on Lombok. The small village is packed with shops selling pottery produced in the area, as well as from the other main pottery-making villages such as Penujak and Masbagik. Lombok pottery, with its distinctive terracotta styles, has become famous internationally and is exported throughout the world.
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Tourism development runs north along the coastal road for about 10 km, with many hotels and restaurants positioned along the beautiful beaches that line the entire west coast. About 2 km north of central Senggigi Kerandangan Valley has a popular beach nearby and some small boutique hotels, such as Puri Mas Spa Resort and Villa Campi Sorga, situated in a pretty valley. Dream Estate Park comprises private villa accommodation for owners and investors, and has villas available for short and long term rental in a secure, well-managed estate. At the end of the road through Kerandangan Valley is the Taman Wisata Alam – Kerandangan Nature Reserve – with clearly marked hiking paths leading through the rain forest along the river. There is a small Ranger’s hut and visitors centre near the entrance, and picnic areas with basic concrete tables along the paths. The park boasts a small waterfall, pretty river scenery, families of local monkeys, and a variety of tropical plants and birdlife. Further north, Mangsit has developed as an accommodation alternative to Senggigi, with boutique style hotels positioned along the breathtaking beaches of this section of coast. The popular Qunci Villas, Puri Mas Beach Resort, Windy Beach Resort on the island is the sunset viewed from Senggigi Beach, with the bright orange sun and Holiday Resort Lombok are located in Mangsit. sinking into the sea to the west and Bali’s Gunung Agung volcano silhouetted on the Furthest north are Klui and Lendang horizon like a giant pyramid floating in the Luar, with two hotels – Jeeva Klui and ocean. Hotel Bulan Baru – and long stretches of pristine beaches. Senggigi Reef, off the southern point, has good coral for snorkelling and, in the Mainly deserted white sand beaches, right conditions, some decent surf breaks. flanked by coconut groves and untouched Canoes can be hired from the beach on by hotel development, continue all the the weekends and during peak tourism way north along the main coastal road. times. Local outrigger boats (prahu) can Malimbu and Nipah are two picturesque be chartered from the beachfront for trips bays less than half an hour from Senggigi, along the coast or out to the Gili Islands. which are good for snorkelling, swimming and getting away from it all. The main road in Senggigi is lined with small attractive hotels catering to all Teluk Nara and Teluk Kodek are on a budgets, shops, tour agencies, restaurants, large bay that forms a natural harbour, bars and nightclubs; many of which have about 25 kms north of Senggigi. All the live music in the evenings. There are a main dive operators have boats here, couple of supermarkets, numerous ATM’s which transfer guests to the Gili islands, as and moneychangers, a post office and all an alternative to nearby Bangsal Harbour. the normal tourist facilities. Bangsal Harbour, less than 5km further Senggigi is a relaxing and attractive place north, is reached by turning left at the to stay, with a good range of luxury hotels crossroads in Pemenang and from there it and resorts, as well as mid-range and is easy to catch the public ferries (actually budget accommodations. large outrigger boats) out to the Gilis, or to charter boats for island hopping. Whether you are seeking luxury accommodation at a top resort with fine dining and spa facilities, or a budget holiday with days spent exploring – or all the choices in between – Senggigi caters for all tastes and budgets. From Senggigi, it’s easy to explore the attractions of the stunning south coast or to hop on a boat to the famous Gili islands lying just offshore. Swim, snorkel, dive, hike, lie in the sun, have a massage, eat and drink at some of the great restaurants and bars in town; or just take a break and be enchanted by the peace and Setangi by Koes Nadi beauty of Lombok.
Senggigi
WEST COAST RESORT
Just over one hour from Lombok International Airport, Senggigi is the main tourism centre on Lombok and, apart from the Gili islands, the most developed tourism area on Lombok. The town of Senggigi is about 10 km north of Ampenan, and about 30 minutes drive from Teluk Nara and Bangsal – the harbours to the Gili Islands. Nowhere near as large or as busy as its Bali counterparts, Senggigi is a great base for exploring the rest of the island. The pace is laid-back, with activities centred on the beaches and day trips to places of interest, which are all within a few hours drive from the town. At night, Jalan Raya Senggigi (the main street) comes alive. Dine in the many restaurants catering to all tastes and budgets, listen to live music at the bars, or dance the night away at the nightclubs. Senggigi Beach is the large bay that forms the centre of Senggigi, with the main road running parallel to the beach, and large resorts occupying the space between. The Senggigi Beach Hotel, Santosa Villas and Resort, and the Sheraton Senggigi Resort all line the curved bay of Senggigi Beach and offer a full range of resort facilities, equally attractive for singles, couples and families. The beachfront is currently undergoing “revitalisation” by the West Lombok Tourism Department, which threatens to ruin the natural beauty of the beach. It can become very crowded and is best avoided on Sundays and public holidays. However, many more beautiful beaches exist just minutes away to the north. One of the most spectacular sights
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DREAM DIVERS DREAM IT... DO IT
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18 The Cellar Party at Square Restaurant in Senggigi is legendary and, if you don’t know about this already, put this one in your diary now! Held on the first Friday of every month, the next party will take place on Friday, 3 August. The Cellar Party showcases two different imported red and white wines each month, accompanied by a delicious gourmet buffet – which includes sushi, tapas, pasta and other mouth-watering dishes created by Executive Chef, Made Suyana. Guests can enjoy as much wine and food as they like from 7 10.30pm, while enjoying the hospitality and ambience of one of Senggigi’s finest restaurants. Three and a half hours of free flow wines together with the gourmet buffet costs just Rp 350 000 net p.p. (or Rp 150 000 for the buffet only). With wines in Indonesia usually so expensive, The Cellar Party is unbeatable value! www.squarelombok.com Now travellers at Lombok International Airport don’t need to worry if their flight is delayed or wonder what to do during the two hour check in for international flights. The Sheraton Lounge, which opened at the airport last week, provides plenty of space and comfort to while away those waiting hours. Beautifully furnished, with comfortable seating arrangements, the Sheraton Lounge provides guests with complimentary snacks and drinks appropriate to any time of day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is a separate area for internet time, with free use of laptops and free WiFi available throughout the lounge for those with their own computers. Smokers aren’t tucked away in a dirty corner either; the lounge has a separate smoking room with extractor fans, air conditioning and a large flat screen TV. The VIP room offers special guests privacy in a luxuriously appointed lounge off to the side. If eating, drinking, emailing and surfing the net aren’t enough to
keep you occupied, large televisions around the room provide entertainment and there is a selection of magazines and newspapers for reading. The Sheraton Lounge is open to the public and there are special discounts available for certain credit card holders and Sheraton guests. The latest addition to Senggigi’s dining scene is Papa Besar Café. Newly opened last week, Papa Besar is located in the Galleria Shops, (on Senggigi Main Street, just south of the Art Markets) between Rambo Pet Shop and Anna’s Gift Shop. After months of renovating one of the old shops, Papa Besar has been outfitted in a charming contemporary style and a lot of work has been done to create an attractive outside paved dining area with tables and chairs under umbrellas. Inside is a cool air conditioned café with comfortable seating and table arrangements, while an upstairs balcony provides a relaxed area for smokers. Everything is sparkling new, spotlessly clean and finished with an obvious eye for details. The menu is varied and provides a good range of appetizers, soups and salads, such as Spicy Calamari, Chicken Salad, or Creamy Tomato Soup, all in the Rp 25 – 35,000 range. Main meals are also sensibly priced and already include tax, so there’s no confusion at the end of the meal. In keeping with the café’s motto of “Where East Meets West”, there is a selection of popular Indonesian dishes as well as Western favourites such as Sirloin and Chicken Steaks, Ovenbaked Pizza, pasta and burgers. Especially recommended are the tasty Chicken Curry and the Crazy Chicken – a half chicken made to an old family recipe and marinated in spices for 24 hours… delicious! Ph: 692 070 or search papabesarcafe on Facebook.
Ramadan… Dispelling the Myths
phases, not the Gregorian calendar) and lasts for one lunar month (until the next new moon).
Ramadan, the fasting month, started on 20 July this year. Muslims across Indonesia will be fasting for an entire month; so now is a good time to dispel some of the myths that get aired at this time of the year.
As Islam is the majority religion of Indonesia, many people across the archipelago will be abstaining from food, drink, smoking and sex between sunrise and sunset each day for the next month.
Naughty tour guides and taxi drivers in Bali will tell visitors not to go to Lombok during Ramadan because all the restaurants are closed, there’s nothing to eat, and none of the taxis are operating, etc. Whether this is genuine ignorance about the nature of Ramadan or a bid to keep the tourists in their own backyard is debatable, but the facts remain the same: in Lombok, it is business as usual all year round. It would be silly to suggest that, particularly with how busy Lombok is at the moment, the tourist hubs such as Senggigi, Kuta and the Gilis, would close for the entire month and the whole island would just grind to a halt. Nonsense! During Ramadan, hotels are open for business as usual, restaurants serve meals
all day, bars are open with live music and alcohol, and the taxis run at their usual erratic pace. Many of the locals are fasting, but non-Muslim locals and tourists are catered for with usual Lombok hospitality. You can even have a cold Bintang with your bacon and eggs in the morning, if that’s your wish! Ramadan starts with the first sighting of the new moon in the ninth month of the Islamic calendar (which is based on lunar
Ramadan is a month for exercising self-control over desires, and for fasting, meditation and reflection. Fasting also helps Muslims to empathise with the poor and those who never have enough food, and the month of Ramadan is marked by charity and giving to those less fortunate than themselves. Fasting is another way of exercising control over the self, by conquering the temptations of hunger and thirst; just as Muslims will exercise control over other base emotions such as anger, jealousy, physical desire and any other strong emotion during Ramadan. Continued on Page 52
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DAY TRIP TO THE WATERFALLS!
Tiu Kelep Waterfall by Ambara Jaya
We’re often asked by visitors to Lombok what trip is worth doing if they only have one day for touring.
ago, at the cost of dozens of lives, to provide an inland link from the cities to the north of the island.
It’s a difficult question to answer, as a trip down to the south coast is always interesting; likewise, chartering a boat out to the Gilis for the day is a fabulous experience. Easy day trips from Senggigi include driving across the island to the rice terraces and pretty village of Tetebatu, or touring the temples and historic sites around Lingsar and Narmada.
The road winds through lush jungle and forests, twisting around rocky outcrops and gorges and opening up to magnificent vistas over the landscape below.
But one trip that shouldn’t be missed is the Sendang Gile Waterfall in the beautiful north of the island.
Along the route, particularly near the highest point, live families of grey monkeys who eagerly await travelling visitors. Sitting on the road verges, or crouched under nearby trees, the cheeky creatures groom each other, pull funny faces and perform amusing antics trying to get drivers to stop.
There are two main routes to the north: the coastal road that winds along the superb beaches of the west coast, or the inland road called “the Pusuk Pass”.
As soon as you climb out of the car, the group of monkeys will be joined by more of their friends as word spreads through the trees that food is on its way!
A great itinerary would include starting at the small village of Gunung Sari (about 15 minutes from Senggigi) with a visit to the local markets. Apart from getting a real taste of local life, you can purchase bananas and peanuts cheaply here (you’ll need them shortly!)
It’s fun feeding bananas and peanuts to the mischievous creatures but watch your back, as some of the more wily ones will try to sneak up on you and get the whole bag of nuts! Also be careful of getting too close to aggressive males and mothers with newborns, who are very protective.
From the markets, the road north winds up into the mountains that run inland from the coast. The Pusuk Pass is a famous road that was laboriously cut through the mountains and hills many decades
Continue travelling north and taking in the wonderful scenery until the road ends at Bangsal, near Tanjung (the capital of North Lombok). The main road runs parallel to the coast and has lovely views of rice fields, cashew, tobacco and other crops, all
dominated by the Rinjani mountain range. At the historic town of Bayan, stop if you have time to see the ancient mosque here… Masjid Kuno is believed by some to be the oldest in Lombok. After Bayan, turn right at the sign-posted road to Senaru and the waterfalls, and travel around 8 km to the village of Batu Koq and nearby Senaru, bordering the Rinjani National Park. Senaru is a pretty village set in lovely surroundings and is most famous as one of the main gateways for climbing Mount Rinjani, but there are many other reasons to visit this beautiful region. The Park itself is a nature reserve of 41,330 hectares surrounding the volcano that provides many opportunities for eco-tourism. The whole area is a picturesque haven, featuring magnificent waterfalls (air terjun), lush and accessible jungle trekking, traditional villages, and plantations of tobacco and cashew nuts, grown alongside verdant rice terraces. Tropical animal species, including monkeys and tropical birds, live in the surrounding jungle, as well as abundant varieties of tropical plants and flowers. The nearby restaurants serve mostly simple food, such as local meals and western-style snacks, as well as cool drinks and coffee. Stop for lunch after your visit to the waterfalls. Sendang Gile Waterfall at Senaru is amongst Lombok’s most spectacular, even after climbing the 200+ vertical steps down to stand below them.
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Individual and Group Pearl Farm Tours Pearl and Jewellery Showroom Private viewings welcome
Showroom and CafĂŠ Open Daily
PT Autore Pearl Culture, Teluk Nara, Malaka, Lombok Phone: +62 370 6844 895 / 0813 3992 0020 | Email: pearlfarm@pearlautore.com.au
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Italian Beachfront Restaurant Delicious Fresh Seafood, Authentic Italian Dishes Oriental Food, Barbecue on the Beach Wood Oven Pizza, Homemade Pasta and Italian Bread
Jl. Raya Batu Bolong, Senggigi | Phone: 0370 693039 / 693313 info@cafealbertolombok.com | www.cafealbertolombok.com • Imported Meats, incl Harvey Beef • Home-baked Breads, Cakes & Pastries • Dairy – Yoghurt, Cheeses, Butter, Cream • Wide Range of Imported Products • Open Every Day for your Convenience!
Ask us about our Catering Services, Wedding & Birthday Cakes! Jl Palm Raja No 5, BTN Green Valley, Senggigi. Phone: 0370 693251
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Windy Beach Resort “Next to Nature”
Mangsit, Senggigi, Lombok | Phone: 0370 693191 | Fax: 0370 693193 Email: bookings@windybeach.com | Web: www.windybeach.com
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DAY TRIP TO THE WATERFALLS!
Special Feature Continued from Page 20
Entrance to the waterfall is from the parking area and is easy to find, as a path leads to the entry and the steps down to the base of the waterfall. The entrance fee (Rp 15,000 per person) is clearly posted at the ticket booth at the top of the steps.
The water cascades in a steep vertical drop, around 40m down the hillside into a rocky stream below. There are basic public toilets and several berugaq (lounging pavilions) for resting. This is a popular place with local people on weekends and public holidays, when the waterfall and nearby creek can get crowded. Annoying touts and “guides” can sometimes be a nuisance and are not necessary for the first waterfall, unless you wish to contribute to the local economy. If they are bothersome, avoid eye contact, say “No, thank you” firmly and proceed to the ticket booth. A guide is necessary (negotiate a price, usually around Rp 60,000 per person, depending on your bargaining skills) for the trek through the jungle to the lovely Tiu Kelep waterfall nearby. The steep hike takes around an hour through lush jungle paths and over a rickety bridge with gaps in it (and sometimes returns through an old irrigation tunnel!) Tiu Kelep waterfall is worth the effort, with gushing water flowing into a clear pool at the base; good for swimming. Climb the rocks to the hidden cave behind the falls and follow local legend that says for every pass behind the waterfall, you take one year off your age. A third waterfall, Betara Lenjang, is less often visited and is reached by scrambling up rocks and slippery jungle tracks. This is only for the adventurous and physically fit, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide and proper equipment. After visiting the waterfalls, spend some time relaxing at one of the restaurants before making your way back via the coastal road. This wide
Sendang Gile Waterfall
and easy to drive road follows the west coast all the way down from the north, with fabulous views of the many deserted beaches, the Gili islands and nearby Bali on the horizon across the ocean. Senaru is around 2 hours’ drive from Senggigi. If you are confident, hire a car or motorbike for independent touring, but you’ll enjoy the views more if you hire a car and driver for the trip. Many tour companies and Kotasi drivers in Senggigi offer the trip for around Rp 400 – 500,000 per day in a private air conditioned car with driver. Check to see what is included in the price and negotiate an itinerary that suits you.
The Rinjani Trek Centre has an information office at Senaru and organise treks up the volcano (as do many others based in Senaru and Senggigi). They also offer guided tours around the north including rain forest and jungle hikes, waterfall tours, and full day programmes that take in visits to local villages, the Masjid Kuno mosque in Bayan and the waterfalls. There is a good selection of accommodation available in the area, ranging from basic backpacker home-stays to nice cottages and, whether you climb the mountain or not, Senaru is a lovely place for a short stay.
Senaru Rice Fields by Simon Mammino
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Puri Mas Gallery The Essence of Tradition, Luxury & Style
Fine Arts and Collectibles From Around the Archipelago
AT PURI MAS BOUTIQUE RESORT
Just 5 minutes north of Senggigi Phone 693831 for free pick up and drop off service in Senggigi area Jl. Raya Mangsit Beach, Senggigi, Lombok NTB Indonesia | Tel: 0370 693831 | Fax: 0370 693023 info@purimas-lombok.com | www.purimas-lombok.com | Skype: purimasreservations
Swiss Bakery & Cafeteria • High Quality home roasted Arabica, Robusta and Luwak coffee beans • Coffee Machine Rental and Maintenance • Oven fresh, made to order bread, pastry & cookies • Bread Supplier for Hotels & Restaurants • Aircon * Library * Notebooks • Best Cappucino - No Foam = Money Back!
Oven fresh Baguettes every morning at 9:30am! TRY THE WORLD’S MOST EXCLUSIVE COFFEE!
Visit us at Senggigi Square Blok A/04. Ph: 0370 692085 / 0818365790 | Email: info@cafelombi.com
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Puri Bunga Beach Cottages
Luxury and Tranquility Privately positioned on terraced slopes of beautiful flowers, overlooking Senggigi Bay and the Lombok Strait to Bali Standard, Deluxe and Suite Cottages with air conditioning, hot water, television, mini bar, telephone and internet access
Sea view cottages
From US$40* / room! (Incl breakfast)
* tax and service charge and high season surcharges may apply
Enquire about our special offers!
Jalan Raya Senggigi, Senggigi, Lombok, Indonesia, Ph: +62 (0) 370 693013 Fax: +62 (0) 370 693286 | info@puribungalombok.com | www.puribungalombok.com
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LOSMEN
Cover Yourself in
TJABE MERAH
Jl. Saleh Sungkar, Gg. Sawah, Ampenan, Lombok Ph: +62 370 636150 - Fax: +62 370 637635
THE RED PEPPER INN New season swimwear now in store! New designs every two weeks!
Clean and comfortable. Located in the middle of the”kampung”near the local Kebon Roek traditional market you immediately have a sense of the real Indonesian life. Ampenan is near Mataram and Cakra and only 7 kilometers away from Senggigi.
Room rates (smoking & non smoking) Standard room with fan – Rp 80 000 Standard room with TV & AC – Rp 130 000
OOK NEDERLANDS SPREKEND AMPENAN BEACH JALAN SALEH SUNGKAR KEBON ROEK MARKET
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TO MATARAM
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LOSMEN TJABE MERAH
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CV. ANANTA GUNA LESTARI OUR SERVICES: Pest Control | Rodent Control Termite Control | Fumigation Employee Recruitment (Out Sourcing) PROPERTY MAINTENANCE: Cleaning Service | Painting | Plumbing Pool Maintenance | Floor Repairs Rubbish Removal | Carpentry Stone Coating | General Maintenance Work
Jl. Raya Senggigi (next to Senggigi Jaya Supermarket) ciokolataclothing@ymail.com
www.ciokolata.com
Jl. Alpa Raya Blok IV No. 4 BTN Sandik - Lombok Mobile: 0812 3693 5382 / 0818 0363 6609 Phone (0370) 6657069 / Fax: (0370) 621627 Email: anantagl@yahoo.co.id
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Live Music! Great Food! Good Times! Every Friday ‘Ary Juliyant and Friends’ from 7.30 pm in the garden Delivery menus available at Asmara or sent by e-mail
Jl. Raya (Main Street) Senggigi, Lombok 0370 693619 restaurant@asmara-group.com
www.asmara-group.com
Living in Style * Own Private Pool
* Private Villas * Bamboo Restaurant * Garden Lounge Café * Billiard Bar
* Huge Bath Room * Comfortable Bed * Spacious Dining & Living Room * Lush Surroundings
Jln. Raya Senggigi Km. 8, Lombok, Indonesia | Telp: +62 370 692 999 | Fax: +62 370 692 888 Email: booking@mannavillas.com | Website: www.mannavillas.com
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Special Feature
GRAND OPENING AT NUR HIKMAH PEARLS
Lombok is becoming famous for its beautiful pearls, many of which are grown on pearl farms around the island and on the neighbouring island of Sumbawa.
Recently the well-known Indonesian brand, Nur Hikmah Pearls, opened their new showroom in Lombok. The family-owned business, whose members are originally from Lombok, has its head office in Jakarta and retails and wholesales pearls and pearl jewellery both nationally and internationally. “We are different from other pearl traders because we travel all over Indonesia buying pearls in bulk from as far apart as Papua, Lombok and Aceh,” said partowner and manager, Ibu Septia, “The pearls are then separated according to their different grades and qualities, with no wasted product. Buyers can purchase lower-grade genuine pearls very cheaply or invest in world-class quality pearls worth thousands of dollars, according to their budget.”
and classified according to their value. They were also shown how to distinguish plastic or fake pearls from genuine pearls. The company provides personalised service to help customers find the best quality pearls to suit their individual budgets, with a large selection of loose pearls and individually designed jewellery for sale in their showroom. Designers are also on hand and can make individual custom designs to order, with very little waiting time. All genuine South Sea Pearls sold by Nur Hikmah Pearls are certificated and come with a lifetime guarantee. Even after people buy their pearls, if they get bored with the design or want something different, they can trade back or swap them for another design. At the opening of their “Nur Hikmah Lombok Luxury Pearls” showroom on 7 July 2012, guests were treated to a display of fine South Sea, Tahitian and Akoya pearls and learnt the basics of how fine pearls are produced, graded
Guests at the event enjoyed a buffet dinner with live music by popular local musician Ary Juliant and a lucky few took home special pearl door prizes. Nur Hikmah Pearls Lombok showroom is located on Jalan Nuraksa in Mataram (see our cities map on page 56).
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3 EXCLUSIVE FREEHOLD VILLAS Located in peaceful estate 5 minutes to Senggigi 3 minutes to beach
2 spacious double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, open living areas, private swimming pool, sun deck and barbeque terrace. Nearing completion... View now! Prices from IDR 1,6 Billion / Approx USD 168,000 (offers considered)
Phone: 0819 1593 2899 (Indonesian) / 0819 3676 6611 (English) Email: wouter.linden@gmail.com
Mr Fixer
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Tongue-in-cheek answers to your personal and building problems
PSYCHIC LENDING “Never a lender or borrower be!” said Mr Micawber. Good advice to a young Oliver Twist, for whom the advice seemed puzzling. I don’t know about you, but I’ve lost loads of money by lending to friends, or friends of friends. I hate it when someone asks for a loan. There’s always some plausible excuse. “I need it to pay a fine” or “I need a new bike.” Someone who shall remain nameless (by the name of George) had the audacity to ask me for a loan to buy a new kitchen. I had to decline, saying I couldn’t afford to buy myself a new kitchen – never mind buying him one!
TAURUS: This borrower is an even tougher nut to crack. They have probably spent your money on a good meal and bought some furniture with it, but won’t tell you. GEMINI: In astrology, Gemini is signified as two persons. When discussing repayment, each will blame the other and you won’t know who you are talking to. CANCER: Cancerians on the other hand have borrowed the money and not spent it yet. You may find it is in a tin box inside a cloth bag right at the back of the drawer, still untouched. LEO: A lovable Leo will have spent it on some luxury or other and will assure you that all is well and they will repay you next week. Leo’s are such endearing company, you will agree. VIRGO: The virtuous Virgo will insist on bringing it round immediately. Just make sure they do.
LIBRA: This sign won’t know whether to pay you back now or tomorrow, with So, to help the reader who has not heeded interest, or pay you half now and half Mr Micawber’s advice, here are a few later. Help them to make up their mind by astrological tips on how to get your money offering to escort them to the nearest ATM machine. back:
Models for rent starting from IDR 3.700.000 pw Model Studio Kerandangan Wine
Per Week IDR Per Month IDR
3 700 000 4 500 000 6 300 000
8 500 000 11 000 000 15 400 000
VILLAS PLOTS *All prices are 10%and tax included and subject to (currency) change Including electricity, water, gas, daily towel change and cleaning.
SCORPIO: Once this zodiac sign takes possession of your money, they like to hang on to it for as long as possible. You are quite likely to be paid but don’t upset them too much by asking. SAGITTARIUS: This party animal will promise to pay you at the next party but you will be expected to perform in a wrestling match; verbal or otherwise. Don’t enter the contest unless you are sure of winning. CAPRICORN: For a Capricorn, no hardship will be too much to bear in order to repay you. Unfortunately, you may have to climb a mountain or two with them in order to recover the money. AQUARIUS: Those born under this mystically aware sign are broad-minded and not easily offended. Don’t, however, lose your composure and suggest they stick it up Uranus. PISCES: All will be repaid in God’s good time. If you are unable to follow them to the bottom of the sea of their fabulous imagination, just wait for them to come back to the surface. Just a final word of advice: be certain not to lend money to a good friend. If they fail to repay you, the result will be that you lose the money AND a good friend!
For more information: Jalan Wisata Alam Kerandangan 0813 3868 8524 | 0813 3972 1541
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“De Quake is One of the Most Enjoyable Places to Eat in Senggigi” – The Lonely Planet
Lunch daily 11am - 3pm Freshly baked breads and homemade pastas, delicious sandwiches, salads and burgers
Dinner from 4pm til late Fine cuisine and fresh ingredients Steak, seafood, pasta and Asian specialties
Art Market Senggigi, Lombok +62 370 693694
www.dequake.com
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Open 9am to 8pm, 7 Days a Week
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NOW AVAILABLE IN SENGGIGI! Imported products, pastas, herbs, cooking oils, lentils, nuts, butter, cheeses, jams and sauces, Lindt chocolates, juices, and fresh vegetables
Try our home-cooked foods without MSG: fresh garden salad, chicken sandwich (grilled chicken breast and salad in toasted bread), spaghetti bolognese, spring rolls, or our delicious burgers with the meat patty made from fillet steak and based on a Slavic “cevapcici” recipe – all from Rp.15,000 to Rp.25,000!
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Fresh Salads Garden
Jl Raya Senggigi (30m from Asmara Restaurant) | Phone: 0370 693177
Complete pet supplies in Senggigi! We carry a large selection of quality Dog and Cat Foods Pet Accessories (Collars, leads, cages, bowls, toys, etc) Pet Care Products (Vitamins, shampoos, flea and tick powders, coat conditioners and pet medicines) Hamster and fish foods and more!
Open 7 days a week
Jl Raya Senggigi (next to Deli Senggigi)
Phone: 0370 693177
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The Little Shop Unique Gifts with Reasonable Prices
We Sell: Wood Bowls, Shells, Accessories, Paintings, Statues, Bronze, Candles, Frames and Many More...
Exotic Style Fashion - Bags - Accessories
We Sell Nice Resort Wear, Hand Made Bags From Natural Materials and Many Kind of Accessories For Your Style at Tropical Island
For your gift choices to your family and friends when you back home from our island
Phone: 0370 693 647 | Art Market, Jl Raya Senggigi, Lombok
Phone: 0370 693 358 | Art Market, Jl Raya Senggigi Lombok
Treasure Chest
Gift Shop
RETAIL AND WHOLESALE
Phone: 0370 692 183 | Art Market, Jl Raya Senggigi Lombok
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MARINE TOURISM… A SUSTAINABLE SOLUTION
Our story “The Tragedy of Tanjung Luar”, published in issue 116 and available for reading on our website (www. thelombokguide.com), sparked a flood of email from concerned readers, including this informative letter from Bali-based conservation group, Aquatic Alliance: Dear Lombok Guide
Thank you for telling your readers about the fishery in Tanjung Luar and highlighting the terrible destruction of one of Indonesia’s most wonderful resources: its larger species of marine life. It is a very tricky situation, as the people of Indonesia have been fishing for hundreds of years but, at the rate things are going, there will not be much left for future generations. It seems many species of fish, especially sharks and manta rays, are being unsustainably targeted by fishing boats all over the world. As manta specialists looking at the population around Nusa Penida, we at Aquatic Alliance would like to explain a little as to why this particular animal is so vulnerable to the threat of humans. Manta and mobula rays are being targeted worldwide by fisheries for their gill rakers. These are a part of their gills that filter the water of zooplankton on which they feed. Over the last ten years parts of the
Dozens of Baby Sharks Killed
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) industry has stimulated a market by telling customers that ingesting this part of the animal (after it has been dried and powered) will in turn filter their blood of impurities. This is a false claim, not mentioned in the TCM handbook and disputed by many TCM experts. However, when a quarter of the world’s population has been told otherwise, it is a hard market to dispel.
Slaughtered Rays Litter the Market
According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), which has both species of manta ray listed as ‘Vulnerable with an elevated risk of extinction’, intense fishing pressures and growing international consumer demand have caused manta ray populations to decline by 30% worldwide, with some regions experiencing an 80% decline over the last 75 years. Obviously current fishing pressure for manta rays is unsustainable and these are some of the main reasons why: They are presumed to be long lived with very low natural predation as adults: They have a long lifespan, estimated to be about 40 years, and as they only have a few natural predators such as large sharks (White, Tiger, etc) and Orcas, they are not able to evolve quickly to cope with a new (and very clever) predator, such a man. And with the declining (due to unsustainable fishing and the decimation of their numbers) shark finning trade often being redirected to harvest manta ray gills, a vast and efficient network is already in place.
listed as Vulnerable, has approximately 14-16 pups per litter. This, in combination with the fact that they only pup every 2-5 years, and are only mature at approx. 8-10 years, means their ability to replenish their population is very low. They have a wide distribution across the globe but low population sizes where they do occur: This means that it is very easy to wipe out a local population. We were told that at Tanjung Luar there are 4 boats looking for mantas, and they catch about 18 per month (and many, many more mobulas). When the second largest monitored population in the world is only approx. 1400 manta rays (overseen by Dr Andrea Marshall in Mozambique), you can imagine it wouldn’t take long to make them locally extinct. Knowing that the Tanjung Luar fishing boats frequently catch mantas off Sumbawa and are going as far afield as the Lombok Strait, which is only a few kilometers away from Nusa Penida, it wouldn’t take much for them to decimate the few mantas that are here.
From what we understand, the same agents in Tanjung Luar are also present in Sarong, Ambon and the eastern most posts They have a low reproductive output: of Sumbawa; all towns known to be on Mantas only have one pup (very the edges of diving areas famous for their occasionally two) per litter, which is a very manta and shark populations. low output, especially when you consider that the Great White Shark, which is also Continued on Page 48
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The Studio
Bookings:
a natural touch of luxury The Hill - Bukit Batu Layar - Senggigi
info@thestudiolombok.com
Anna’s
http://www.thestudiolombok.com
Giftshop
Looking for nice presents or home decorations?
We sell: Salt and Freshwater Pearls, San Marco Jewellery, Lombok Pottery, Hand Painted Modern Wooden Statues and Masks, Unique Lamps, Paintings, Handwoven Ikats, Sarongs and much more!
Jl Raya Senggigi (next to Rambo Petshop) | P: 0817 5730 012 | E: lombok_annasgiftshop@hotmail.com
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[ Yo u r K e y to an I d yllic Lombok ]
Lombok’s Boutique Hotel [ The Lonely Planet: “Top Choice for Lombok” ] [ Cosmopolitan: “Lombok’s Hidden Beauty” ] [ Guide du Routard: “Le Reve!” ] Jl. Raya Mangsit, Senggigi, Lombok | Phone: +62 370 693 800, Fax: +62 370 693 802 Email: stay@quncivillas.com | Website: www.quncivillas.com
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1 HOUR MASSAGE ONLY Rp 60 000
Complete Spa Services at Local Prices! Open every day from 10am to 10pm Phone: 0819 1593 2899 Two convenient locations in Senggigi Senggigi Plaza Blok 3 No.9 (Senggigi Beach Road)
Galeria Shops (Near Rambo Petshop)
Local Scene
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SENGGIGI FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS The Annual Senggigi Festival, held in Lombok 5-8 July, showcased the rich and diverse culture and traditions of our island and its people
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SHOW ROOM Jl. Raya Senggigi Duduk Garden No.6 Batu Bolong 83355 Lombok – Indonesia Phone / Fax: +62 (0) 370 6194 123
www.gandari.com
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MARSHANDER SPA & SALON PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY & HEALTH CARE
Hair and Beauty – Trained Hair Stylist Facials and Skin Care – Body Shop and Biokos Products Waxing and Nails Massage, Reflexology and Body Treatments Spa Packages OPEN DAILY 10am to 9pm
Great Prices and Trained Therapists... Come in and try our full range of services for beauty, health and relaxation!
Senggigi Square Blok A/05 (next to Cafe Lombi), Jl Raya Senggigi. Ph: 0878 6228 0693
Great Bumbu Service | Tasty and Varied Menu | Delicious Thai Specialties!
Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner - On Senggigi main street, just south of the Art Markets Enjoy our fine foods, comfortable atmosphere and friendly service!
Phone: 0370 693 166 / 0818 0523 7126
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NOW OPEN IN SENGGIGI! MAMAS, NIKMAT, CATER PRODUCTS Sirloin, Tenderloin, Fillet Steaks Cold Cuts and Deli Meats Salami, Ham, Chicken and Turkey Sausages - Breakfast, Pork, Chicken, Beef, Herb and Mixed Dry Pasta and Sauces Gandari Purified Ice Cubes
Open 9am to 10pm every day
Jl Raya Senggigi, next to Sendok Bar & Restaurant | Ph: 0370 693 531
UD. GANDARI ICE SOLUTION
Pure refreshing ice cubes made from UV sterilised and purified spring water. Hygienically packaged for your convenience Supplying hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes & private villas
FREE DELIVERY EVERY DAY Jl Raya Senggigi, Duduk Garden No.6 Batu Bolong
www.gandari.com
Hotline: Hp: 081 836 8731 | Ph: 0370 619 4273 | Flexi: 0370 668 1958
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Local News
JOINT AUSTRALIA - BALI EMERGENCY PLANNING
your personal business to Indonesia Indo-Ned will help you in running your business in Indonesia. Assistance for foreigner who have, or intend to have, property in Indonesia. Indo-Ned will also be your partner for business and administrative affairs including business reports, and monthly and annual tax. OUR SERVICE INCLUDE: Company Registration: – PMA (BKPN, Act of Notary, Comicile License, Tax Register, SK-Kehakiman, TDP) – PT Local – Representative Office in Indonesia Other Licenses: Stay and Working Visa, Import License, SRP & NPIK Legal Documents: Tax Reports and Administration Assistance Our Offices: – Jl Raya Kuta No.68 - R16 Istana Kuta Galeria, Central Parkir Kuta, Bali. P/F: 0361 769 102 | M: 0821 4795 7755 – CIK’s Building 2nd Floor Suite 215 Jl Cikini Raya No.84-86 Menteng, Jakarta Pusat. P/F: 021 314 5614 | M: 0813 1593 5911 – Kopelslager 2, 6641 GS Beuningen (Gelderland) - The Netherlands. M: (+31) 630 368 263 | P: (+31) 024 677 0324 | F: (+31) 024 675 0862 Email: asimbolon@indo-ned.com / info@indo-ned.com
Bali Daily reports that the Australian government will assist Bali in developing an effective emergency management system in order to help the island deal with future natural and man-made disasters. The pledge of continuing and increased cooperation in the area of disaster contingency planning follows a recent visit by Indonesian President, Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, and Bali Governor, Made Mangku Pastika, to Australia’s Northern Territory, during which they visited medical facilities that provided critical care to many of the victims of the 2005 Bali bombing. Reporting to Bali legislators on his recent trip, Governor Pastika said, “For Bali, the most important thing from the visit to Australia is the cooperation agreed between Bali and Australia to arrange and design contingency plans to deal with disasters.” Pastika said that a joint cooperation agreement is now in hand between Bali’s Sanglah General Hospital and the Royal Darwin Hospital, which is only 2 hours and 45 minutes from Bali by plane. Pastika praised the facilities, trained personnel and state of emergency preparedness of the Royal Darwin Hospital. He also revealed that the Australian government has been helping Bali with its disaster contingency planning since last year. “Several members of the Bali chapter of the Indonesian Red Cross were also sent to Australia to take part in disaster management training funded from the provincial budget.” Australia is helping Bali to upgrade its Emergency Centre, which serves as the nerve centre for disaster response in Bali. The centre is staffed by 71 personnel and operates 24 hours a day.
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CV. TUNGGAL JAYA GENERAL CONSTRUCTION Served Property Maintenance
• Gypsum / Calsiboard • Alang Alang • Teraso • Matt Wall • Painting • Plumbing • Water Proof • Floor Repair • Carpenter • Stone Coating • Metal Roof • Landscape • Metal Truss
Provided Out Sourching Employees House Maid • Room Maid • Pool Attendant • Gardener, etc
Jl. Raya Senggigi Km.4, Montong, West Lombok Ph: 0370 692106 / 0818 544 921 / 0813 3954 6558 | Fax: (0370) 621588 | Email: tj_lombok@yahoo.com
LOMBOK PEST CONTROL TERMITE CONTROL RODENT CONTROL PEST CONTROL FOGGING
TERMITE TRAP (recommended by Australian Government)
For Minimum 1 Year Contract GET 1 Month FREE! Jl. Raya Senggigi Km.4, Montong, West Lombok
Ph: (0370) 692106, Fax: (0370) 621588 | 0818544921 (Edy), 08175751643 (Muzahar)
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PASAR CLASSIFIEDS
GOLF PLAYERS WANTED SENGGIGI HACKERS AMATEUR GOLF SOCIETY (SHAGS) Friendly, non-profit golf Games every week – Monthly Cup New members, tourists and casual games Discount rates! ALL WELCOME!
Ph: 0813 398 11140 (Jim) | www.golf-lombok.com
HOUSE FOR RENT SPECIAL FOR FOREIGNER
1000 sqm with yard. Fully furnished, 2 garage, 3 bedroom, hot water system, AC. Located in Jalan Ranget No.15 Cakra
Phone: 0817 5789 207 / 0370 627766
GILI TRAWANGAN LAND FOR SALE 48 are Beachfront at Paradise Beach (South) Great sunset views Rp 200 million per are Ph Made: 0812 382 6262
PT MULTIGRAHA KELOLAVALAS Authorized Money Changer Pedagang Valuta Asing Berijin
The Best Rate in Lombok !
Main Office: Jl Raya Senggigi, next to Taman Rest. Ph: 0370 693 680 Branch Office: Toko Mas Melati, Jl. Pejanggik No. 1-3, Cakranegara. Ph: 0370 631 567 / 633 748 Mobile: 0811 391 269 | Flexi: 0370 660 1269
IMMIGRATION SERVICE FOR ALL YOUR IMMIGRATION AND INVESTMENT SOLUTIONS
Visas and Residency Permits Work and Business Visas Retirement Visas Police Permits Land Certificates Land and Building Permits Foreign Investment (PMA) Company Documents
VOA Extensions up to 60 days For free information and advice contact:
DAMSIAH
Office: 0370 692 253 / 0818 360 415 / 0858 5822 3619 perwiralombok@yahoo.com / damsiah@yahoo.com
HOUSE FOR RENT
Located in a quite area at Meninting Regency No.18, Fully Furnish, AC, Refrigerator, Washing Machine, Water Heater, TV LCD 29”, Full kitchen set. Available lease for weekly, monthly or yearly.
Call Ibu Setya at 081 916 604 000
HOUSE FOR RENT Special For Foreigner
Fully furnished, garage, 3 bedroom, AC, located on Jl Palawija 2, behind Kantor Camat Ampenan. Rent available from September.
Phone: 0370 639771 / HP: 0819 0798 8488
Nyoman Transport
Safe and professional English-speaking driver with comfortable air conditioned car (seats 5 - 6). Private airport transfers or airport to Kuta, Mataram, Senggigi, Gilis, etc Available for private charter and Lombok tours. Competitive rates and friendly service! Phone: 0819 1701 3714 Email: nyoman.mance@yahoo.co.id
Discount Vouchers
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DISCOUNT VOUCHERS Phone: 0370 659 4005 or email kitadesign@hotmail.com
PHONE: 0370 659 4005 EMAIL: kitadesign@hotmail.com
Valid 23 July – 6 August 2012
Real Fish ‘n’ Chips, Fresh Seafood, Salads and much more... Bring this voucher in for
10% Discount on all meals
Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner Gili Trawangan, Lombok. Ph: (0370) 642 217 Email: wrapasnapper@dps.centrin.net.id
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MARINE TOURISM… A SUSTAINABLE SOLUTION unfortunately Indonesia is not one of the participating members.
There is no comprehensive management plan in place: There are few places in the world where both species of manta ray are protected. Manta rays also travel large distances and obviously without consideration of international borders. Manta birostris (the larger pelagic of the two species) was listed on Appendix I and II of the Convention of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) last year, which was a great step forward, as it forces member countries to provide protection for listed species and their critical habitats;
On the bright side, manta ray tourism and related industries (hotels, restaurants, etc) is estimated to generate around $100 million a year worldwide, which is a much larger sum than the total amount of around $11 million made by killing the rays and selling their gill rakers. The same report estimates a single manta could earn as much as $1,000,000 over its lifetime due to this type of tourism, as opposed to the maximum $500 dead in a fishery (often less). Hawaii estimates their mantas provide around $8 million a year in tourism related income, and to Indonesia – who earlier this year was promoting itself as “Wonderful Indonesia: Sustaining Tropical Diversity” at the Living Ocean and Coast Expo in
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South Korea – both manta rays and sharks could really boost their annual income if they were to protect and utilize their potential properly. The biggest key is working with all aspects of the community so everyone benefits. No one wants to deny the fishermen more money to provide for their families but from what we can gather, it is not the fishermen making the money from the directed fishing of manta rays and sharks anyway; it is the boat owners, and then ultimately the agents and middlemen. Many of the fishermen complain they are working too hard for too little, so perhaps it is time to readdress the balance; perhaps it is time to consider making more money from mantas and sharks by keeping them alive for all to enjoy, and dispersing the money made from ecotourism more fairly amongst all areas of the community. The newly dubbed “Blue Economy” is proving to be a big one, and we only hope Indonesia sees its potential before it’s too late. Aquatic Alliance www.aquaticalliance.org
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Ramadan… Dispelling the Myths
The aim is to remain calm and in control of the self, which in turn leads the person to better resist wrong doing or temptation at other times of the year. Similar to fasts and retreats practised by all the world’s major religions, the act of fasting is seen as a sacred practice to bring the person closer to Godliness. The details of the fast are laid out in the Qur’an, the Muslim holy book, and make allowances for people who are unable to fast at this time. Pregnant women, old people in frail health, or anyone who is ill, are told not to fast during Ramadan. If the person wishes to complete the fast at a later time, they may do so but the Qur’an does not tell people to put their lives or health at risk for Ramadan. Fasting Muslims will wake early in the morning to prepare and eat their first meal for the day and to say morning prayers. After sunrise, no food, drink or smoking is allowed for the rest of the day until sunset. During Ramadan you will often see the local people out walking just before sunset, to take their minds off their hunger
and to pass the time until they can buka puasa. Buka Puasa (breaking the fast) is a happy occasion, with families gathering together to share their evening meal after a day of abstinence.
Lombok has a mixed community of Muslims, Hindus, Christians, Buddhists and other religions, so local Muslims accept that not everyone is fasting. For people employed in the service and tourism industries, it’s normal for guests to be eating, drinking and enjoying their holidays. Staff are happy to do their jobs as usual. Most Muslims seem to agree that it’s only the first week or so that’s difficult; after that, the fasting becomes normal and their bodies adapt to the new routine. They also agree that it’s better to keep as busy as possible during the day, so they’re not thinking about food! If you’re travelling in some of the outer areas and small villages which are not geared for tourism, it may be more difficult to find warung or cafés open during the day. It might be easier to buy snacks and
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meals to take with you, or to eat in your hotel later. As an aware traveller, you can show courtesy by not eating and drinking in front of fasting people, but generally people will make allowances for that fact that you are a guest and not fasting. Just as Bali businesses accommodates Hindu holy times, such as Nyepi, Galungan and Kuningan, Lombok businesses respect the different beliefs of their community and make flexible arrangements to support their practices. Staff may be a bit tired, as they’re waking up early in the mornings and losing energy during the day. It’s particularly difficult when the weather is hot and people would love to have a drink, but this is part of the test. At the end of the day, there is a sense of pleasure at having been able to overcome temptations and complete the fast. Please be patient if most of the staff seems to disappear at sunset – they’ve just gone to buka puasa and will be back at work soon, smiling after a good meal and something to drink!
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54 The three main cities in Lombok – Ampenan, Mataram and Cakranegara – have expanded over the years and now merge together to create what is, for Lombok, an urban sprawl of shops, administrative centres and residential areas. A visit to the cities makes an interesting day trip, exploring the numerous small shops selling everything imaginable at low prices. There are numerous pearl shops in Ampenan selling unset pearls and pearl jewellery at cheap prices. These are genuine pearls from the pearl farms on Lombok and Sumbawa and, if you bargain the price, are a good deal. Gold shops are also popular in both Ampenan and Cakra, with 24 kt gold being sold by the gram, regardless of the design. For cheap and interesting food choices, explore the many restaurants, warungs and food stalls in the cities. Or just wander around the streets to soak up the atmosphere and discover fascinating insights into Lombok city life! Ampenan was the original old port in Lombok during Dutch colonial times and some of the old architecture is still visible around the town, particularly toward the beach to the west. This area becomes a market at night, filled with warungs and kaki lima (food carts) for cheap, tasty food and local flavour. With its numerous shops, cheap hotels, dusty roads and plentiful cidomo (horse carts), gold and pearl shops, and its Arab quarter, Ampenan is a colourful town to explore. Kebun Roek, just near the traffic lights in Ampenan on the road from the airport, is the site of the local markets. Every day traders set up stalls selling fresh produce from around the island, local snacks and products, live chickens and fresh fish in the afternoon when the fishing boats
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Mataram Mall come in. A stroll through the markets is a pungent and enlightening experience! Mataram, about 3 km to the east of Ampenan, is the administrative centre for Lombok and Sumbawa (NTB Province), with government offices, banks, mosques, schools and colleges, bookstores, the main post office, and Mataram University downtown. In Mataram, the Nusa Tenggara Barat Museum houses historical and cultural artefacts from Lombok and Sumbawa. It’s an interesting place to visit and occasionally hosts special exhibits. Displays include exhibits on geology, history and culture. Address: Jl Panji Tilar. Ph: 632159 for opening times. There is a small admission fee. Also worth visiting is the cultural centre, Taman Budaya on Jl Majapahit. Music and dance performances are presented here regularly. Phone: 622428 for details. Mataram Mall, on the main street in Mataram, has an upstairs food court for cheap local meals. Lombok’s only real mall, there are four floors of shops and stalls selling a vast selection of goods. Particularly good buys are shoes, jeans, and copy brand bags and belts. There is a department store, several electronics stores, and shops selling clothing, CD’s and DVD’s. Hero Supermarket, on the ground floor, is useful for some western goods, food and toiletries. The Chemist next door has imported toiletries, supplements and medicines. McDonalds and KFC have outlets on the ground floor.
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Cakranegara (usually abbreviated to “Cakra”) is Lombok’s main shopping area. It is also home to many Chinese and Balinese, who make up over 50 percent of the city’s population. The streets of the city make an interesting tour with gold
shops, sporting goods, clothing stores and very good fabric stores selling imported silks, laces and cottons, to name a few. Many of Lombok’s weaving and basket making industries are located near Cakra; turn left at the central traffic lights and look for the market on the right near the bridge. The baskets in particular are sold in Bali at many times the local price. The next large town east of Cakra, Sweta, has a huge market every day near the Bertais bus terminal, with all kinds of goods on sale, from foodstuffs to clothing, exotic birds, handicrafts and more. Nearby Temples and Places of Interest Pura Meru on Jl Selaparang, Cakranegara, was built in 1720 by Balinese Prince Anak Agung Made Karang and is the largest temple on Lombok. Its three meru are for the Hindu trinity – Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. This is an important temple for the Balinese here and its annual Pujawali festival, held over five days during the full moon in September or October, is the biggest Balinese Hindu event on Lombok. The outer courtyard hall has large drums used to announce ceremonies and festivals. In the central courtyard are two buildings with raised offering platforms. The interior enclosure has 33 shrines as well as the three multi-tiered meru. Pura Mayura, just across the street from Pura Meru, was built in 1744 as the court temple of the last Balinese kings in Lombok. An open hall or bale kambang (floating pavilion) stands in a large artificial lake here and is used as a place for meetings and to relax. Today the palace gardens are a playground for children. The temple sits behind the sedate water gardens and is open daily; admission is by donation.
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Floating in the sparkling turquoise waters just off the southwest coast are twelve small islands called the Southwest Gilis. Unlike the famous Gili islands in the northwest of Lombok, the Southwest Gilis are largely uninhabited and have yet to be discovered by most travellers, thus they are often called “The Secret Islands”. The Sekotong region starts just south of Lembar Harbour and features stunning beaches and bays set against a backdrop of rolling hills. The drive itself is a worthwhile trip, meandering through villages where life is largely untouched by tourism and where the people are involved in their day-to-day activities of farming, fish cultivation, boating and fishing, brickmaking and other traditional pastimes. Along the roadsides you will see people building and repairing boats, laying out hand-made bricks to dry in the sun, working in the fields, and sometimes guiding primitive wooden ploughs harnessed to huge water buffalo, as they prepare the fields for planting. The peaceful village of Taun (or Tawun), is situated on a wide, placid bay in Sekotong. The ocean is sparkling turquoise and the dazzling white sand stretches in a wide sweep around the bay, while the hills behind form a perfect backdrop to this idyllic setting.
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Laut), there is a small dirt road leading out onto a white peninsular of sand that juts into beautiful clear waters. Drive to the end for superb views and a close up look at Gili Genting. Gili Genting sits just off the tip of the peninsular and at low tide you can walk across the sandbar and explore this uninhabited island. Old volcanic rocks and stone carved from centuries of tides create small caves and alcoves, providing shelter for picnics and interesting nooks and crannies to explore.
Back on the main road and slightly further south is Sundancer Resort, with Just out in the calm bay are the three its distinctive blue roofs dotted on the lovely islands of Gili Nanggu, Gili hillside overlooking another white sand Tangkong and Gili Sudat – all easily beach. The hotel development is still under accessible by local outrigger boats. A small construction. sign in the nearby village will direct you Across the road from Sundancer, on the to the local boat hire area, where you can beachfront, is Dive Zone – currently arrange boat trips out to Gili Nanggu and the only diving facility in this part of the other small islands offshore. Lombok and the experts on diving around Of the three, only Gili Nanggu has the southwest islands, having pioneered accommodation for visitors, with Gili development of previously unknown dive Nanggu Cottages providing simple sites in this area. cottages on the beach and a restaurant, as well as deluxe rooms further back from the Dive Zone offer dive trips around Sekotong and the islands, as well as beach. The island is small and the beach in three locations in South Lombok – here has soft white sand and a good reef including challenging world-class diving just off the beach for snorkelling. off southeast Lombok. Travelling a little further south, before the Past Dive Zone another few kilometres marine culture complex (Balai Budaya is Cocotinos Boutique Beach Resort on the secluded beach at Tanjung Empat. With 28 rooms, including beachfront villas with private swimming pools, Cocotinos is the only luxury accommodation in the area.
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Labuhan Poh and Pelangan, the site of Bola Bola Paradis. This is a small hotel, situated right on the beachfront with comfortable and clean rooms at reasonable prices. The hotel also organises snorkelling tours and is a popular choice for those surfing at Bangko-Bangko. The largest of these islands is Gili Gede, appropriately meaning “Big Island”. The island lays just offshore and is so large visitors often mistake it for part of the mainland. Gili Gede is easily reached by boat from the village of Tembowong and is only minutes across the water. Gili Gede is one of the few islands in the area that has accommodation, at Secret Island Resort on the south, Via Vaccare on the northwest and Madak Belo on the east. Gili Gede is large enough to provide a range of activities such as hiking to the hills in the centre for fantastic views across the other islands, exploring deserted beaches and hidden coves and meeting the people living on the island, who are very friendly and, as yet, unspoilt by tourism. Secret Island has comfortable budget accommodation, including a unique bungalow perched on a pier over the reef – the only one in either Lombok or Bali. The Resort offers a host of activities that all the family will enjoy, while also being a place where you can get away from it all. Secret Island can also organise fishing trips and island hopping excursions to the other beautiful islands in the area, most of which are deserted, about their comfortable 9m custom-built boat “Scorpio”. To the south of Gili Gede, the islands of Gili Ringgit, Layar and Asahan are lined up like secret treasures in the calm sea.
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It’s easy to snorkel offshore just north of the pier and, although the reef isn’t as large as on the other side of the island, there is still plenty to see. Bright blue starfish drape themselves across patches of coral, and bright yellow and black Moorish Idols dart through the water. Schools of hundreds of small iridescent fish swim past and weirdly shaped squid drift by in the deeper areas. We met a boat load of happy tourists on Gili Ringgit, out for the day with Dive Zone, who described the diving as some of the best they’ve ever experienced. Most couldn’t stop gushing about the huge school of turtles they had just seen near Gili Layar! All around these Southwest Gilis, abundant coral reefs lay just below the surface waiting to be explored, filled with thousands of brightly coloured tropical fish, huge sprawling blue starfish and magical turtles gently gliding through the water. Slightly south of Gili Gede, beautiful Gili Asahan attracts visitors with deserted white sand beaches, clear calm waters and swaying palm trees.
Pearl Beach Resort, the only accommodation on the island, is a lovely boutique hotel with charming and welldesigned bungalows here looking out over a breath-taking beach. Of a much higher standard than most of the accommodation in the southwest, each bungalow is spacious with a private terrace and western standard bathrooms with hot water showers. There is also a beachfront bar and restaurant serving western and Indonesian meals, and good snorkelling directly from the beach.
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Leaving Gili Asahan and back on the mainland there are small home-stays and private accommodations spaced out along the road to Bangko-Bangko – the surfing Mecca for those in the know, located on the far southwest tip of Lombok. The wide white sand bay is lined with fisherman’s huts and draws hundreds of surfers every year from as far away as Hawaii and Brazil to challenge the huge waves of Desert Point, just offshore. Although the road deteriorates after Labuhan Poh, it is still passable for most vehicles in the dry season. During the surfing season, from mid-May to September and again in December, the beach is buzzing with surfers, but otherwise it is a remote and peaceful area. Bali is clearly visible, with the island of Nusa Penida only about an hour’s sail away.
The drive to the point is dotted with bucolic scenery and tiny villages, making it a worthwhile trip even for non-surfers. There is basic surfer accommodation in the area and plans for development in the near future.
The southwest is slated for tourism development and it’s easy to imagine hotels and resorts on all these beaches and The resort is popular with divers and can islands in the future, as well as yachts, arrange diving and snorkelling trips, as fishing boats, windsurfers, dive boats and well as island-hopping tours. the like. But for now, the Southwest is Pearl Beach is perfect for romantic escapes unspoilt and the Gilis remain the secret and for those seeking the tranquillity of a islands… stunningly beautiful, pristine and private island resort. unique; and known only to the lucky few.
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KUTA AND THE SUBLIME SOUTH COAST
Indonesia boasts some of the most magnificent scenery in the world and the south coast of Lombok rates as being among the best.
South Lombok has views that inspire artists and photographers and leaves visitors from around the world speechless at the sublime panoramic beauty that unfolds beach after beach, bay after bay, all along the coast. The beaches of the south draw crowds to bake on the blindingly white sands, swim in the crystal clear oceans and challenge some of the best surf breaks in Indonesia. Kuta (sometimes spelt Kute) is the main town and tourism centre on the south coast of Lombok, and is the hub for exploring the fantastic southern beaches and the many points of interest in the region. Located around 60 km south of Mataram and about one and a half hour’s drive from Senggigi, Kuta makes for a wonderful day trip from other points in Lombok, or an alternative holiday destination for travellers exploring Lombok. Since the Lombok International Airport opened in late 2011, many of the major roads have been upgraded and the main road to Kuta is very good. The new airport is located only 25 minutes’ drive north of Kuta and has made access to the south very easy. The proximity to the airport has already sparked an investment boom in the area and major developments are expected over the coming year. For now, the south is uncrowded, pristine and spectacular. The drive down to the south coast is an interesting rural tour of small villages and farming communities. Fields of tobacco,
corn and peanuts line the roadsides and farmers till the fields using antiquated ploughs pulled by large water buffalo. Just before arriving in Kuta, the road passes two traditional Sasak villages – Sade and Rambitan. On the east side of the road is Rambitan, a village that caters to tourists and has authentic clusters of thatched Lumbung, or rice barns, and traditional homes made of thatch and bamboo, with hardened cow and buffalo dung floors. Nearby, on the hilltop, is one of the oldest mosques in Lombok, Mesjid Kuno. The small building with a thatched roof is considered holy and many believers make pilgrimages to pray here. Slightly further south is Sade, an hilltop village with more Lumbungs and traditional homes. Both villages have been renovated and cater to the tourist market, but are still interesting examples of traditional Sasak architecture and communal living within the compounds, where life continues as it has for centuries.
Residents, who act as guides for a small fee, encourage walks through either of these villages and are happy to share a glimpse of their lifestyles with visitors. Kuta itself is a small town with hotels, home-stays and backpacker’s hostels that cater mainly to the thousands of surfers from around the world who are drawn to the area every year to surf the left- and right-hand breaks out in the bay. There is a good variety of accommodation, restaurants and facilities for travellers and – with investment taking off –more options are opening all the time. There are plans for a luxury beachfront resort in central Kuta this year and smaller developments are already under construction. At present, Kuta boasts just one luxury resort: the Novotel Lombok. The Novotel has a range of accommodation, from comfortable hotel rooms to spacious suites and luxurious villas, some with private swimming pools. Designed to blend in with the environment, and with a stunning beachfront location, the Novotel is a wonderful example of traditional Sasak architecture. Nearby Mandalika Beach is named after the legendary Princess Mandalika, a beloved character in Sasak folklore. It is near here that thousands of people gather every year to celebrate the colourful ritual of Bau Nyale, when masses of sea worms spawn in the waters offshore. Continued on Page 71
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Ashtari, around 2km west of Kuta, stands out from the usual Kuta cafés and is a “must stop” for those touring in the area. Perched on top of the hill with spectacular views over Kuta and the surrounding beaches, Ashtari serves exquisite teas and juices, and delicious vegetarian meals and organic gourmet snacks that are truly out of the ordinary. Open Tuesday to Sunday, for breakfast and lunch only. Kuta attracts thousands of visitors every year for the great surf locations at Gerupuk, Tanjung Aan, Ekas, and the beaches to the west. It’s easy to hire a board and a surf guide from here to learn surfing or, for experienced surfers, to access the more challenging surf breaks in the area. Hire a car or motorbike and you can spend days visiting beautiful, mainly deserted beaches, both to the east and west of Kuta. Around 4 km east of Kuta is Tanjung A’an, with perfect white sand beaches and good waves for surfers. Slightly further east is Gerupuk, well known as a top surf location and situated on a peninsula of land that juts out into the ocean, with stunning views of the sea, and the surrounding islands and bays. There is a good surf school here and no fewer than five surf breaks.
Even for non-surfers, Bumbangku is a delightful place to spend a few days, swimming, strolling along the wide calm bay and relaxing in the peaceful natural surroundings.
circular bay with small green headlands rolling into the ocean from either side. It is a spectacular beach with calm blue waters, perfect for swimming and spending a day lazing on the white sand.
Further east, Heaven on the Planet and Ocean Heaven (collectively known as HOTPlanet) currently has the monopoly on accommodation in the southeast, although there are plans to develop the Tanjung Ringgit area.
Mawi, around another 7km to the west, has good right- and left-hand barrels for surfing when the swell is large enough. At other times, it is a lovely beach with impressive views of Gili Lawang just offshore; look for the three startling pinnacles of rock jutting out of the ocean.
For now, however, these two exclusive properties provide the chance to really escape from the outside world in sublime surroundings. The resorts feature comfortable accommodation, good restaurants, swimming pool, a Spa and Wellness Centre and a host of water activities, such as surfing, snorkelling, kayaking, wind-surfing and more. Heading west from Kuta are another series of beautiful beaches and bays hidden behind headlands and rolling hills, providing peaceful and secluded spots for picnics and swimming. All are within easy day trips of Kuta.
Selong Blanak is a long sweeping bay framed on each end by headlands and surrounded by rolling hills. Sempiak Villas has plush villas perched on the hillside with breath-taking panoramic views. Laut Biru Café at Sempiak Villas is a popular place for a stop – or justifies a day trip in itself – and serves fresh and delicious snacks and meals throughout the day in a pretty restaurant overlooking the beach. Spend a day exploring the area, with lunch and a swim here as the highlights of your trip.
The beaches and scenery continue all the way to the east coast, with fantastic places such as Bumbang, Awang Bay, Ekas and Pantai Sorga (Heaven Beach)… the name says it all!
Further west are picturesque Sepi and Blongas bays, and many more scenic beaches along the way; all are mostly deserted. The road deteriorates rapidly and the going can be rough at times. For exploring this remote area it’s best to use an experienced local guide with a good vehicle.
At Bumbang, Bumbangku Beach Cottages has simple thatched cottages and comfortable brick deluxe rooms right on a beautiful deserted beach. There is a good restaurant, serving fresh fish and seafood caught by local fishermen, and easy access to the best surfing spots nearby.
Steeped in history and legend, surrounded by beaches of almost surreal beauty, the south coast is a fascinating area to visit, whether your interests are historical, cultural or just the opportunity to see and explore some of the most beautiful and pristine coastal scenery in Indonesia.
Mawun Beach is around 30 minutes’ drive to the west and is a picturesque, almost
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Successful fish colonisation on the first artificial reef built in Ekas Bay
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General Information (Directory Assistance): (0370) 108 AIRLINES Batavia Air Jl. Pejanggik No.88, Mataram, W. Lombok Phone: 0370 648998, Fax: 0370 648400. cs@ batavia-air.co.id. www.batavia-air.co.id Garuda Indonesia Jl. Pejanggik 42 – 44, Mataram, W. Lombok Phone: 0370 638259, Fax: 0370 637951. www. garuda-indonesia.com Indonesia Air Transport (IAT) Mataram, Ph: 0370 639589 Lion Air Mataram, West Lombok. Ph: 0370 6631444, 6640009, Fax: 0370 642180. www.lionair.cohh.id Merpati Jl. Pejanggik No. 69 Cakranegara, W.Lombok. Phone: 0370 621111, Fax: 0370 633691. www. merpati.co.id Silk Air Jl. Panca Usaha No.11, Mataram, W. Lombok. Phone: 0370 628254, Fax: 0370 628292. www. silkair.com Trans Nusa Jl. Adi Sucipto, Mataram, Lombok. Ph: 0370 6162428, 6162433, Fax: 0370 646840. Email: info@transnusa.com, www.transnusa.com Trigana Air Jl. Adi Sucipto, Mataram, Lombok. Ph: 0370 6162428, 6162433, Fax: 0370 646840. www. trigana-air.com BANK / ATM Bank Central Asia (BCA) Jl. Pejanggik No.67, Mataram, Lombok Phone: 0370 632588, Fax: 0370 622347 ATMs - Jl. Raya Senggigi, Senggigi, W. Lombok - Mataram Mall, Mataram, W. Lombok - MGM Plaza, Jl. AA Gede Ngurah, Mataram - Jl. Airlangga, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Jendral Sudirman, Praya, C. Lombok - Jl. Langko, Mataram, W. Lombok Bank Danamon Indonesia Jl. Pejanggik No.117, Mataram, W. Lombok Phone: 0370 631322, Fax: 0370 633068 ATMs - Jl. Koperasi 1, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Raya Senggigi, Senggigi, W. Lombok - Komplek Ruko B1, Sweta, W. Lombok Bank International Indonesia (BII) Jl. AA Gede Ngurah No.48, Mataram, W. Lombok. Phone: 0370 635027, 633347 ATMs - Jl. Airlangga No.25, Mataram, Lombok - Mataram Mall, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Raya Senggigi, Senggigi, W. Lombok Bank Mandiri Jl. Pejanggik No.20-22, Mataram, W. Lombok. Phone: 0370 631311 ATMs - Jl. Pejanggik No.20, Cakranegara, Lombok - Jl. Taruna Jaya, Mataram, W. Lombok - Mataram Mall, Mataram, W. Lombok - Selaparang Airport, Mataram, W. Lombok Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) Jl. Langko No.64, Mataram, W. Lombok Jl. Raya Senggigi, Senggigi, W. Lombok Phone: 0370 631046, Fax: 0370 631005 ATMs - Jl. Langko No.64, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Pejanggik No.68, Mataram, W.Lombok - University of Mataram (UNRAM) - Jl. Sandubaya, Sweta, W. Lombok - Jl. Selaparang No.37, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Raya Senggigi, Senggigi, W. Lombok - Mataram Mall, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Jendral Sudirman 51, Praya, C. Lombok Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Jl. Pendidikan No.16, Mataram, Lombok Phone: 0370 632246, Fax: 0370 633084 ATMs - Jl. Airlangga, Mataram, W. Lombok - Mataram Mall, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Pahlawan No.92, Selong, E. Lombok
MEDICAL / HEALTH CARE Medika Husada Clinic Jl Raya Senggigi (next to Choice Café, 50m from Art Market) Phone: 0370 6644820 Hospitals Mataram Public Hospital (Rumah Sakit Umum Mataram) Jl. Pejanggik No.6, Mataram, W. Lombok Phone: 0370 623498 / 6604605 New Mataram Public Hospital (Rumah Sakit Umum Mataram) Jl. Bung Karno 1 Mataram. Phone: 0370 645045 Central Lombok Public Hospital Jl. Jendral Basuki Rachmad, Praya, Central Lombok. Phone: 0370 654007 East Lombok Public Hospital Jl. Professor M. Yamin No. 55, Selong, East Lombok. Phone: 0376 21680 Biomedika Clinic Jl. Bung Karno 143 Mataram. Phone: 0370 645137 Risa Clinic Jl. Pejanggik 115 Cakranegara. Phone: 0370 625560 / 632117 DENTAL drg. Farida Istiarini, Sp.Ort (Hospital Permata Hati) Jl Majapahit No 8 Ampenan. Ph: 0370 631999 / 0818368528. Joli Sourire Dental Care Mataram Mall. Jl. Pejanggik, Cakranegara. Ph: 0370 668 1797 drg. Lina Kulsum Jl. Gunung Dieng No.7, Mataram, Lombok Phone: 0818536236 / 0370 632131 MONEY CHANGERS Multigraha Kelolavalas - Jl. Rasa Senggigi km.10, Senggigi, W. Lombok, Ph; 0370 693693 - Jl. Pejanggik No.1, Mataram, W. Lombok, Ph: 0370 631567 Multigraha Valas Jl. Saleh Sungkar No.1 Ampenan, W. Lombok, Ph: +62 370 624045 PT. Bali Mispintjira Jl. Raya Senggigi km.13, Senggigi, West Lombok, Ph: 0370 692247, 0370 692247 SHOPPING Senggigi Abadi Supermarket Jl. Raya Senggigi, Km.8.5, Senggigi, West Lombok. Phone: 0370 693311 Senggigi Jaya Supermarket Jl. Raya Senggigi, Km.8, Senggigi, West Lombok. Phone: 0370 693530 Art Market (Pasar Seni) - Jl. Raya Senggigi, Senggigi West Lombok - Gili Trawangan, West Lombok Barata Department Store Jl. Niaga II, Ampenan, West Lombok Phone: 0370 646123 Grand Store Mataram Mall, 3rd floor, Jl. Pejanggik, Cakranegara, W. Lombok. Ph: 0370 629931 Hero Supermarket Mataram Mall, 1st floor, Jl. Pejanggik, Cakranegara, W. Lombok. Ph: 0370 629918 Tiara Department Store Mataram Mall, 1st & 2nd floor, Jl. Pejanggik, Cakranegara, West Lombok Phone: 0370 629902 Kharisma Book Shop Mataram Mall, 2nd floor, Jl. Pejanggik, Cakranegara, West Lombok Phone: 0370 629875 Ruby Supermarket Jl. Pejanggik No.111, Cakranegara, West Lombok. Phone: 0370 631092 Jembatan Baru Supermarket Jl. Pejanggik No.41, Cakranegara, West Lombok. Phone: 0370 636106 MGM Plaza Jl. AA Gede Ngurah No.98, Cakranegara, West Lombok. Phone: 0370 646007
EMERGENCY Senggigi Tourism Police: Jl. Raya Senggigi, Phone. 00370 693267 Lombok Regional Police: Jl. Gajah Mada No. 7 Ampenan. Call this emergency number: 110 Fire Brigade: Phone. 0370 672013. In emergency call 113 Hospital UGD (Emergency Unit Service): Phone: 0370 622254 Ambulance: Phone. 0370 623498. In emergency call 118 TAXIS Blue Bird Taxi, Phone: 0370 627000 Lendang Karun, Phone: 0370 644444 IMMIGRATION Jl. Udayana, Mataram, Phone: 0370 632520 PUBLIC SERVICES ELECTRICITY PLN Mataram. Ph: 0370 632182 PLN Senggigi. Ph: 0370 693535 WATER PDAM Mataram. Ph: 0370 632 510 PDAM Senggigi. Ph: 0370 693886 POST OFFICES Mataram: Jl. Sriwijaya, Phone. 0370 632645 Senggigi: Jl. Raya, Phone. 0370 693711 CONSULATES AUSTRALIA (incl. New Zealand, Canada) Phone: 0361 241118, Fax: 0361 221195, Email: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au BRAZIL Phone: 0361 757775, Fax: 0361 751005. Email: brazilconsul@bytheseatropical.com BRITAIN Phone: 0361 270601, Fax: 0361 287804, Email: bcbali@dps-centrin.net.id CHILE Phone: 0361 756781, Fax: 0361 756783. Email: chilehonconsulate@bali-villa.com CZECH REPUBLIC Phone: 0361 286465, Fax: 0361 286408. Email: bali@honorary.mzv.cz DENMARK & NORWAY Phone: 0361 701070, Fax: 0361 701073/4, Email: mimpi@mimpi.com FINLAND & SWEDEN Phone: 0361 288407, Fax: 0361 287242. Email: segara1@denpasar.wasantara.net.id FRANCE Phone: 0361 285485, Fax: 0361 286406, Email: consul@dps.centrin.net.id GERMANY Phone: 0361 288535, Fax: 0361 288826, Email: germanconsul@bali-ntb.com HUNGARY Phone: 0361 287701, Fax: 0361 287456. Email: cristofoli@denpasar.wasantara.net.id ITALY Phone: 0361 701005. Email: italconsbali@italconsbali.com JAPAN Phone: 0361 227628, Fax: 0361 265066. Email: konjpdps@indo.net.id SPAIN Phone: 0361 975736, Fax: 0361 975726, Email: rabik@indo.net.id SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA Phone: 0361 751735, Fax: 0361 754457. Email: bali@honrep.ch THAILAND Phone: 0361 263310, Fax: 0361 238044 THE NETHERLANDS Phone: 0361 761502, Fax: 0361 752777, Email: purwa@denpasar.wasantara.net.id USA Ph: 0361 233605, Fax: 0361 222426. Email: amcobali@indosat.net.id
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The Gili Islands Unique tropical escapes!
Gili Trawangan Three perfect coral islands – Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air – fringed with white sands and swaying palm trees, lay in the sparkling ocean just off the north-west coast of Lombok.
diverse range of visitors – serious diving enthusiasts, sun-seekers looking for the perfect beach getaway, singles, families, and couples of all ages find something to attract them to the Gilis.
An impressive array of sea life can be seen, including green and hawksbill turtles, morays, barracuda, reef sharks, occasionally leopard sharks and manta rays, and much more.
Every year the Gilis attract tens of thousands of visitors from around the world for their pristine waters, great diving and snorkelling opportunities, and laidback charm.
There is a good selection of accommodations, restaurants and bars on all three islands, with the biggest range on Gili Trawangan.
Visibility is very good and commonly in the 15-30 m range; and water temperatures average 23°C (73°F) to 29°C (84°F). Currents around the islands can be quite strong and drift diving is the norm.
The word Gili actually means “small island”, and so these islands have come to be known as “The Gilis” by travellers. The Gilis are Lombok’s most popular islands and are consistently rated as top SEA island destinations by travellers and travel publications. Although previously popular mainly with backpackers, the Gilis now attract a
While nobody comes to the Gilis for shopping, each island has many small shops selling essentials such as sunscreen, mosquito repellent, toiletries, cold drinks, snacks and more. In addition, there are cheap clothing and t-shirts, sarongs and local handicrafts stalls. Activities include walking, riding bikes, horse riding and kayaking on Gili T, yoga, massage and beauty treatments, glass bottom boat trips and island hopping, live-aboard dive trips and cruises to nearby islands, fishing, sailing, surfing and all kinds of water-based activities. The islands provide ample opportunities for visitors to swim, relax, sunbathe, explore, snorkel or scuba dive with the many internationally accredited dive operators based in Lombok. Snorkelling is easy in the calm waters directly off the beaches, with plenty of colourful fish to see. At greater depths and at specific dive locations around the three islands, the pristine waters are home to an abundant variety of corals, aquatic life and thousands of species of tropical fish.
Many of the popular dive companies are owned and operated by westerners and PADI and SSI licensed dive operators, with professional standards of safety and environmental awareness, exist on all three islands. Each Gili has developed independently and at different paces, giving each a different “personality” or style, and catering to different types of holidaymakers and travellers. This means that travellers have a good choice, depending on their individual tastes and what type of island escape they prefer. Gili Trawangan is the most developed and popular of the three, with the greatest range of facilities and activities; while Gili Air has a relaxed, laid-back style and is popular with couples and families. Gili Meno is the quietest of the three, perfect for really getting away from it all. Choose the island that suits you most, or it’s easy to combine an island-hopping holiday to sample the best of all three!
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GILI ISLANDS FAST FACTS Gili Trawangan by Didiek Hariadi
There are numerous fast boat services operating between Bali and the Gilis. In good weather, fast boats can make the crossing in around 80 minutes but in heavy seas the trip can take two hours or more. Make sure you choose a reputable company who care about passenger comfort and safety, rather than “pack them in and profit”. Check weather conditions before going – the Lombok Strait is one of the deepest bodies of water in the world and seas can get very rough, with waves up to 5 metres in bad weather. Refuse to board overloaded boats. It is also possible to fly to Lombok and transfer to the Gilis from the mainland. See “Getting to Lombok” and “Getting to the Gilis” sections for details. Electricity on all three Gilis is supplied by generators and blackouts are sometimes a problem. Many places have their own emergency generators but the smaller businesses may rely on candles and lanterns when the power goes out. Water is a scarce resource on the islands and fresh water is shipped from the mainland daily. A business on Gili T now supplies desalinated water and fresh water showers are becoming common. However, smaller hotels and home-stays may only
provide salt water showers. Use bottled water to rinse off. The tap water on all the islands is not suitable for drinking but bottled water is cheap and readily available. Internet is available on the Gilis at internet cafés and most larger hotels and restaurants. Connections can be intermittent and speeds are generally slow. ATM machines are available on Gili Trawangan and Gili Air. Credit cards are accepted at most dive shops and larger hotels and restaurants. Money changers are available on all the islands, although the rate is lower than on Lombok. Health services on the islands are limited. There is a 24-hour Clinic at Hotel Vila Ombak on Gili T, and small local clinics on Gili Meno and Air. Dive shop staff have emergency first aid training and basic medical supplies but for anything serious, get to the mainland as fast as possible. Weather is generally hotter on the islands than mainland Lombok. Make sure you drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and use sun protection, even on cloudy days. There is no motorised transport on any of the islands. Walk, ride a bicycle or ride in a cidomo (local horse cart). None of
the islands is very large, so walking is an easy option. Bicycles can be hired for between Rp 25,000 and Rp 50,000 per day, depending on the type and condition of the bike. Some hotels provide bikes free of charge for guests. Cidomo fares are now fixed by law and fares are displayed in the front of the cart. Generally, short distances will cost around Rp 40,000; a round-the-island tour costs Rp 125,000 on Gili T. Dress is casual on the islands and it is normal to see tourists walking around in swimsuits, sarongs and shorts. Remember that the islands’ residents are Muslim and nude or topless sunbathing is frowned upon. Please respect island sensibilities and keep clothes on! Mosquitoes can sometimes be a problem, especially during rainy season. DEET repellents are the best protection and local products such as “Autan” and “OFF!” are relatively cheap and readily available in the shops. The Gili Eco Trust (GET) is a non-profit organisation based on Gili T that works to protect and conserve the environment. GET activities include reef conservation, resource management, waste management and education programmes, to name a few. To date, the Eco Trust has installed 63 Bio Rock structures around the islands. The metal frame structures create artificial reefs using low voltage current to promote new coral growth and provide homes for schools of fish and reef creatures. The Eco Trust raises funds for its programmes through an Eco-tax of Rp 50,000 collected from divers on the islands. Clean-up days, to collect rubbish from the beach and sea, take place on the first Friday of every month on Gili T. Register at Gili T dive shops and join in the fun! To find out more about Eco-projects and to support GET programmes, visit: www.giliecotrust.com
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The Gilis are easily reached from Bali via the numerous fast boat services now operating between Bali and Gili Trawangan. Alternatively, you can fly to Lombok and travel across to the Gilis.
Fast Boats: With Lombok’s airport now based further away in central Lombok, the fast boat services are a popular option, providing fast and easy transfers between Bali to Gili Trawangan. The crossing between the islands can be treacherous in bad weather, so choose a reliable operator and avoid companies that practice “over loading” in busy times. Blue Water Express, operated by Blue Water Safaris, provides transfers between Bali and Gili Trawangan. BWS operates two boats, with 25 and 15 passenger capacities, departing from Serangan (near Benoa Harbour) at 8am and 10am, and from Padang Bai Harbour at 11.15am every day. Return transfer from Gili Trawangan is at 11am. Fares include air conditioned hotel transfers in Bali. Ph: (0361) 723 479. www.bwsbali.com
FROM TELUK NARA AND TELUK KODEK: Teluk Nara is a large peaceful bay on the west coast, about 25 minutes’ drive north of Senggigi. Most of the dive companies and many businesses on the Gilis have their boats moored in the bay and transfer guests to the islands every day from Teluk Nara. Gili Cat, Blue Water Express and Island Getaway also operate fast boat services between Lombok and Bali from this harbour. It is possible to negotiate private boat trips (including fast speed boats) out to the islands with local boat owners here, thereby avoiding the hassles of Bangsal. At the northern end of the bay is Teluk Kodek, where Vila Ombak, The Beach House, ko ko mo and Scallywags have bases for transferring their guests by speedboat to the Gilis.
Gili Getaway is a comfortable fast boat departing from Benoa Harbour, Bali (only 20 mins from Kuta) daily at 8am. The crossing takes around 2 hours to Gili Trawangan and Teluk Kodek on Lombok. Ph Bali: (0361) 751570 / 726 523; or Bali: 0819 1673 3051; Gili T: 0878 6432 2515. www.island-getaway.com Gili Bookings.com is an online booking service offering easy reservations with the leading fast boat operators between Bali and Lombok. Availability checks, schedules and e-ticketing, as well as accommodation options and more, are all available online from their website: www.gilibookings. com By Plane: Fly to Lombok and either stay on the mainland before making a trip out to the Gilis or travel to Senggigi (1 hour 15 minutes) to arrange transport to the Gilis. There are many different options, as described below. Tour companies and dive operators in Senggigi also provide transfers daily. HOTEL TRANSFERS: Many of the larger hotels on the islands now provide speedboat transfers for guests, as well as pick up services from the airport – enquire when you make your booking.
MENTIGI BAY: Also on the west coast, a few kilometres before Teluk Nara, Mentigi Bay is a base for Blue Water Cruises. The company offers relaxing day cruises around the Gilis onboard a beautiful traditional phinisi boat, with plenty of opportunities for swimming and snorkelling. Boats depart daily at 9am. There is a small café at the bay and a variety of fun water sport options available. Blue Water Cruises also operate regular cruises to Komodo Island and other islands to the east, as well as dive and cruise packages. Visit their website for details: www.bluewatercruises.com.
Be aware that public boats leave when there are enough passengers to warrant the trip, so you may have to wait for a while. Best times are between 8am and 4pm. If you don’t want to wait, it doesn’t cost very much to charter a boat, especially if you have a few people in your group. Don’t let anyone carry your bags or, if they offer to carry baggage, negotiate a price first. Ignore people who tell you that there are no return public transfers… there are; or that there is no water, mosquito repellent, etc., on the islands. All the essentials are readily available at shops on all three islands. Bangsal is a pretty area; it’s a shame some of the touts try to ruin it for everyone. If you get stuck at the harbour in the evening, there are some basic home-stays on the road from the beach. Arnel is a nice option with pretty rooms at reasonable prices. The attached Salero Minang restaurant serves delicious Minang meals and the friendly owners can help with everything from vehicle hire to travel information and laundry services. FROM SENGGIGI: You can charter local outrigger boats from the beachfront in Senggigi (in front of the Art Markets). The trip out to the islands takes around one and a half hours. The journey up the coast in the morning is very scenic, but you may get wet on the way back. Make sure you negotiate a price with the boatman first!
FROM BANGSAL HARBOUR: Catch a taxi or bemo to Bangsal Harbour, the small harbour on the north-west coast, about 30 minutes from Senggigi.
A good alternative is to check out the many dive centres on the main street in Senggigi who offer reasonable rates for transfers, usually including pick up from your hotel.
Public ferries (really just large outrigger boats) depart regularly to all three islands and charters are available, with prices depending on the number of passengers and your bargaining skills.
Arranging snorkelling and dive trips inclusive of island transfers is a good way to save time, money and hassles.
Unfortunately, the area is plagued by touts and scams, so ignore them and head directly to the ticket office on the beachfront. Public ferry and charter boat prices are posted clearly on the wall of the ticket office.
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The most well-known and popular of the three Gilis, Gili Trawangan is the largest island and the furthest from the mainland, but easily reached in less than an hour by local boat and only 10 minutes by speedboat from Lombok.
your bike through sandy sections on the west side).
This is the only Gili to rise significantly above sea level and the hill in the south is a great lookout from which to enjoy the spectacular sunsets across the ocean Previously tagged “the party island” by the to Bali; or in the mornings, the brilliant Lonely Planet, Gili T (as it is affectionately sunrise over Gunung Rinjani on mainland Lombok. known) has moved on and up. Gone are the days when backpackers flocked to the island for Rp 20,000 a night huts on the beach and Rp 5,000 Bintang beers. Today, Gili T has a sleek sophisticated side that becomes more evident every year. That’s not to say that the original charms that attracted tourists in the beginning are gone. The perfect white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters and laid-back island style are still there in buckets. But the island has cast off its grungy origins and now combines the best of a tropical island paradise with a touch of chic and all the mod cons of a top holiday destination. Gili T still hosts backpackers and budget travellers, but these days they are joined by expatriates and trendsetters from Java and Bali, together with singles, couples and families from all over the world. The island itself is around 3km long and 2km wide, so walking is easy and you can cycle around the island in around 1 1/2 hours (but will need to get off and push
On the far south end of the hill are the remnants of old WWII Japanese gun emplacements and crumbling bunkers, but the hand-dug tunnels have been blocked up. The main development on the island is on the east coast, particularly southeast in the area called “Sentral”, where the boats dock. The tracks inland are through coconut groves and pockets of development. Development runs all along the east coast with swish places rubbing shoulders with the older bars and accommodations. The north coast is quieter and offers peaceful alternatives to the central area. Such is the appeal of the island, the south and west coasts are now dotted with small hotels, home-stays, private villas and a couple of larger resorts. This part of the island is the quietest and, although the beaches aren’t as nice as those on the east, the sunsets looking across to Bali are magical. Accommodation on Gili T ranges from basic home stays to luxury hotels and villas. The old style bungalows with woven bamboo walls and thatched roofs are slowly disappearing, to be replaced by simple cottages with western
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style bathrooms to suit the budget crowd. At the other end of the scale, boutique hotels and luxurious villas boast all the comforts of 5 star resorts, including designer furnishings, private swimming pools or Jacuzzis, WiFi internet, iPod docks, satellite TV and DVD. Restaurants rival Bali in quality, if not numbers. There are lounges and sophisticated bars, Internet cafés, movie “theatres” and beachside cafés galore. Most restaurants and bars are located along the east coast, although the north coast has some lovely low-key options. Dining choices range from the typical Indonesian nasi goreng to sushi; barbecued seafood on the beach to international fine dining; and everything between. There is a lively bar scene at night and the island has a rotating party roster, where some of the top places have licences to host a party on one night of the week (hence the “party island” reputation). These, and the full moon parties that take place on the beach during high season, are a big draw-card for the crowds of younger people who come to the island. For those who prefer quieter entertainment, there are sophisticated dining opportunities, particularly at places such as ko ko mo, Scallywags Resort, and on the beachfront at Hotel Vila Ombak. Cocos has an upbeat café scene during the day and Horizontal is the coolest place to chill out, day or night. The social options are virtually unlimited. These days, Gili T is a serious tourist destination with a good infrastructure and range of tourist facilities. Many of the larger restaurants, hotels and dive shops accept credit cards; there are ATM’s in front of Vila Ombak on the east coast and further north, near Horizontal, as well as on the west side at Ombak Sunset. Continued on Page 87
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Relaxing Day Cruises Mentigi - Gili Islands on a traditional phinisi Cruise from Mentigi Bay, 20 mins north of Senggigi, to the Gili Islands where you can swim, snorkel, dive, water ski banana boat, kayak, ride horse-back * or just plain chill out. Departs Mentigi Bay 9am. Free pick up (at 8am) in certain areas and drop off. Fare: Rp 750,000 per passenger. On board restaurant
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The Beach House on Gili Trawangan is an innovative and contemporary resort set amidst tropical gardens, facing the sparkling turquoise waters of the Lombok Straits. Accommodation choices include a range of private villas, each with their own freshwater pools. Pool suites sharing a freshwater plunge pool, and 12 bungalows set in tropical gardens. The Beach House provides a range of facilities, including a beachfront freshwater resort pool and bar, and a beachside bar and restaurant serving international cuisine.
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87 north to south, making it easy to lie on the surface and float down the coral outcrops. Although much of the coral is damaged, there is still an abundant variety of tropical fish species to enjoy and patches of colourful coral.
Continued from Page 83 Internet cafés with Wifi are readily available, as are money-changers, tour operators and a large number of fast boat services. There is a tennis club and fitness centre at Kelapa Villas and a medical centre at Vila Ombak with emergency facilities and a doctor on call.
Further off shore, the island is famed for its vast gardens of coral and is one of the best dive spots in Lombok, which is why thousands of divers visit Gili T every year.
Horses can be hired from The Stud on the southeast coast; sea kayaking is available at Karma Kayak on the north coast; yoga, meditation, massages and other health and beauty treatments are available at numerous places around the island. There is even shopping at the Pasar Seni (Art Markets) in Sentral and at any number of shops and kiosks all around the island, selling everything from pearls to sarongs to hammocks. Innuendo has some upmarket resort wear and Silver Dragon sells beautiful silver jewellery. But it is the beaches and the diving that remain the main draw card for Gili T. People flock here to sunbathe on white sand beaches and swim in clean blue waters, to dive the fabulous reefs and to bask in the hedonistic pleasures of a tropical paradise.
It is also one of the safest and easiest places to learn to scuba dive, with warm water temperatures, calm seas and excellent visibility almost all year round. There is a very good selection of professional westernoperated dive shops and a range of dive locations suitable for beginners through to thrill seekers. There is a good surf break on the south coast with a fast right-hander that really pumps in the right conditions. Local surfers will happily lead the way and rent you a board.
It’s been a slow evolution over the past 20 years for Gili Trawangan, but the island’s time has come. While the backpackers will no doubt lament, there’s a whole new scene unfolding on Gili T.
The best snorkelling on the island starts on the northern end of the east coast, where you can wade to the reef just offshore. The water is calm and there is a drift from
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GILI TRAWANGAN Something a bit different on Gili T… a gorgeous little shop called Vintage Delivery tucked away in the Art Markets, about 30m from the pier next to “The Terminal”.
The shop is toward the back of the markets and is a hidden treasure trove of vintage goodies. Vintage Delivery has delicate dresses, quirky accessories, gorgeous hand-crafted jewellery, interesting artefacts and stylish menswear. Vintage Delivery sell to other vintage shops in New York, Australia, Greece, England, Sweden and other countries and have wholesale supplies and an online shop, with delivery available throughout the world. If you have a soft spot for Retro fashion, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for in this beautifully assembled eclectic throwback collection. Open every day from 9am to 9pm. Ph: 0818 0577 1516 or find them on Facebook (search Vintage Delivery). http://www. vintagedelivery.com
89 alternative getaway. The beach in front of The Exile is long and wide, and decorated with an eclectic collection of driftwood, old chairs and handmade tables, and shells and coral collected from the tides. Rustic groupings invite you to sit and unwind for a while, mesmerized by the gentle waves and the beautiful landscape of mainland Lombok just across the ocean. Just across the track from the beach, the bar is housed in an old wooden Joglo and serves up simple but delicious meals and snacks, as well as having a full bar and plenty of cold beers. Sit at the bar and hang out with the constant flow of guests drawn in from the street by the relaxed vibe and great selection of music. At sunset, the beachfront attracts a crowd as people wander to this side of the island to watch the glorious sunsets, have a drink or two, and chill out to the mellow sounds of Buddha Bar drifting across the idyllic setting. At the other end of the scale, I remember the first time I stayed at Good Heart Bungalows, back in the early 1990’s. At that time, it was a collection of thatched huts with woven bamboo walls, lumpy mattresses and basic bathrooms with cold water and yet, being right next to a beautiful stretch of beach, was one of the best places to stay on Gili T. How times have changed… Renamed Good Heart Resort, accommodation now ranges from lovely traditional Lumbung houses to luxurious Villa Suites, Deluxe Villas and Family Villas, decorated in minimalist style with all mod cons, such as air conditioning, Satellite TV, fresh hot water, DVD and WiFi. The times might change, but Good Heart is still one of the best places on Gili T. www. goodheartresort.com
With Gili T filling up with tourists during the high season, some might find it difficult to find a quiet and secluded stretch GILI MENO of beach, or a place with the laid-back The restaurant at Tropical Hideaways is charm of the “Gili T of old”. Fear not! developing quite a following with both expats and tourists these days. Since a total Located to the south (about 10 minutes’ revamp a few months ago, the charming walk past The Trawangan and “Sunset Gili Meno Resort has recruited a whole Point”), The Exile is keeping the vibe new team including an operations manager alive. Simple, funky and well-priced who previously worked at the Oberoi bungalows sit in a pretty garden set and other top hotels in Lombok and Bali, back from the road and provide a cool
a head chef whose previous restaurants include the Oberoi, Hotel Tugu and Horizontal, and top bar staff. Another chef has just arrived from Bali to keep up with the kitchen demands! Favourites that keep diners coming back include Chicken Cordon Bleu with Tarragon Sauce – a huge portion and an amazing taste, for just Rp 85,000; Fillet steak in Pepper Sauce with mashed potatoes and veg for the same price; Chicken Supreme with Creamy Sauce (Rp 65,000) and Snapper Fillet in Chef’s Special Sauce (Rp 65,000). There are also delicious salads and other goodies, starting from around Rp 38,000… excellent value for delicious cuisine. The bar also has most western brand spirits – Whiskey, Bacardi and Vodka, etc., at less than Senggigi standard prices! Free Wi-Fi is also available for hotel, restaurant and bar guests. Well worth a visit on your next Meno trip! www. tropicalhideawaysresort.com Also making a buzz is Mahamaya Resort… only open for a few months, the stylish Meno resort and restaurant has shot to number one on TripAdvisor rankings for “B&B’s and Inns”, as well as number one restaurant in Lombok! With only two villas currently available, you’d be hard-pressed to get a booking at this time of the year but you can have a taste of the Mahamaya experience by dining in their lovely restaurant by the sea. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. www.mahamaya.co
Gili Meno could well be on its way to becoming a foodie paradise with all these great places to eat. For a budget option, try the fabulous Piña Colada made with fresh coconut at Diana Café (a rustic little beach café on the west coast) then wander north along the beach to Adeng-Adeng for awesome sunset views, more cocktails and the delicious Penang Chicken Curry… wish we were there now! Got a byte to contribute? We welcome news and suggestions that help visitors get the best of the Gilis. Email us at kitadesign@hotmail.com
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LOMBOK’S NEW FLOATING HOTEL Contributed by Joseph Hunter Both boats are very well equipped to accommodate guests. Deck areas are spacious and comfortable, offering double cabins with a view (some with ensuite freshwater bathrooms), a bar and restaurant, and sun/star decks fitted with lounge chairs and sofas.
I recently had the pleasure of spending the night on Lombok’s newest and most unique accommodation option – the Mentigi Bay floating hotel. After buying my ticket from the Blue Water Cruises office on Gili Trawangan, I was ferried over to the Mentigi Bay on the northwest coast of Lombok, just a few minutes away.
Onshore, the property features a restaurant serving a variety of Western dishes and fresh seafood specialities, and has free Wi-Fi in public areas. Recreational choices include diving, snorkelling, wakeboarding and water-skiing. If you’re looking to spend a romantic night, gently rocking on calm seas, taking
in the breath-taking sunsets over Bali’s glowing volcano Agung and sitting on deck with millions of stars overhead in the clear skies, this is the perfect choice for you. After a peaceful night, wake to a fresh new day spent exploring the Gilis in style aboard your floating hotel, stopping to jump overboard with snorkel, mask and fins… there is no better option than the Mentigi Bay floating hotel!
Here we boarded the Aliikai, a beautiful traditional wooden schooner boat made in Sulawesi. There are two boats that alternate as the floating hotel; as one takes divers and adventurers back and forth to Komodo Island, the other lies peacefully off shore at Mentigi Bay in Lombok.
For more information you can contact Yetty +62 81 237 168 188 or visit the Blue Water Cruises office on Gili Trawangan.
Good Heart Resort, your home away from home on Gili Trawangan. Featuring traditional bungalows and spacious, modern, minimilist accommodation on the beautiful quiet beachfront of Gili Trawangan. Our friendly staff will ensure you have a care-free stay that is as relaxing or as active as you desire. There is fantastic snorkelling off the beach just in front of the resort, as well as great diving, horse riding, golf, fishing, yoga or simply relaxing on the beach in front of Good Heart. With unforgettable sunrises over Mount Rinjani, and a tropical beach on your door step... Welcome to a unique resort with a good heart.
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GILI MENO
Gili Meno is the middle and the smallest of the three Gili Islands, with the lowest population and the least number of visitors. The island has not developed as quickly as Gili T or Gili Air and suffered unpopularity when, in the mid-90’s, The Lonely Planet wrote that the salt lake on the island created mosquito problems. This was untrue – mosquitoes are no more prevalent on Gili Meno than anywhere else – but the damage was done. Many would say that the bad publicity was a blessing in disguise. Today, Meno is probably the prettiest of the three Gilis, with the laid-back and uncomplicated charm of a true castaway tropical island. The water surrounding the island is clear turquoise and the beaches are covered in brilliant white sand, fringed with groves of coconut palms. Although investors are steadily buying up land, especially on the west coast facing Gili T, there is no major development on the island as yet. There are a few upmarket villas, but no large resorts. Fortunately, much of the investment taking place here is low-key and – perhaps recognising the pristine nature of the
island – development tends to be along environmentally and ecologically sound concepts. For now, small hotels and basic beachside bungalows provide accommodation for those seeking a peaceful place in the sun with un-crowded beaches, clean waters and peaceful nights under the star-filled skies. There is no rowdy bar scene and no noisy full moon parties here.
Like all the Gilis, the best swimming beaches and most tourist facilities (including boat docking and departure) are along the east coast. Although there are small places dotted all around the island, many of the hotels and restaurants are located along the southeastern coast, with beautiful views over Gili Air and Mt Rinjani to the east. Continued on Page 95
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To swim with the turtles – these huge creatures that are so awkward and ungainly on land but move through their natural element with a breath-taking dignity and grace – is perhaps the most special underwater experience of all and a major reason for visiting Gili Meno. There is also good snorkelling off the west coast near the now-defunct Bounty Resort. Swim out to where the old pontoon has sunk and become a home for many fish. Inland from the beaches, the island is quite dry with small homes scattered through the coconut groves. In the middle, toward the west coast, is a salt lake from which the local people still harvest salt on a small scale. It can be quite full in rainy season but dries up in the summer.
It is possible to walk around the whole island on a small beachside track in around 90 minutes. Those seeking total tranquillity head to the north and west coasts, where more development has been quietly taking place over the past year. Mahamaya on the northwest coast has the most luxurious accommodation on the island, with two exclusive beachfront villas and more planned for later in the year. The restaurant is earning accolades for top quality cuisine served in the shady dining area or at pretty tables on the beachfront. Stylish rooms and personalised service make Mahamaya popular with honeymooners and those seeking luxe island escapes. Good mid-range options include Tropical Hideaways and Adeng-Adeng. Tropical Hideaways, located a short stroll from the best beaches on the east coast, has comfortable and modern air conditioned rooms and a good restaurant and bar,
serving delicious and well-priced meals. Set in shady gardens, Tropical Hideaways has one of the few swimming pools on the island. Adeng-Adeng is a new resort being developed along ecological lines on the north coast. Rooms and dining pavilions are set on unique islands surrounded by small canals in a pretty garden shaded by conifers. Accommodation includes air conditioning and lovely open-air bathrooms, while the garden café and beachfront bar are already attracting popularity for excellent quality cocktails and delicious freshlyprepared meals. There is good snorkelling in front of Adeng-Adeng and along the northwest coast, where it is often possible to see Green, Leatherback and Hawksbill turtles.
Also inland, on the main track from the east coast, Gili Meno Bird Park has some tropical birds and a few interesting animals. There is accommodation here and a great display of Beatles memorabilia collected by the owner. Casual beachfront cafés and bars serve Indonesian and popular western meals, with fresh fish and wood-fired pizzas being Gili Meno specialties. Some provide low-key entertainment in the evenings, more so in the high season, but visitors to Gili Meno largely come for romantic escapes and a chance to rejuvenate in the natural beauty of the island’s deserted beaches, which some argue are the best of all three Gilis.
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At present, Gili Air is a laid back little island with a beachfront lined by simple cafés and bars made from bamboo and thatch. Its main appeal is in its unspoilt nature, with few of the swanky restaurants and villas that have sprouted up on Gili T… and that’s why so many people love it. However, with some believing that Gili T is becoming over-developed, Gili Air is taking off as an alternative destination. Over the past couple of years, investors have been snapping up land on Gili Air and a number of up-market accommodations and restaurants have sprung up, with more to open in the next year. Most development is on the east coast and towards the south. Scallywags, who have another popular resort on Gili Trawangan, own Scallywags Organic Beach Club on the southern end of the east coast with excellent swimming in front and a friendly atmosphere. The restaurant has taken island dining to a new level with its excellent menu and guest facilities. The Australian owners of the successful Senggigi business, The Beach Club, will also open The Beach Club Gili Air in mid2012. Plans include charming bungalows, similar to their Senggigi accommodations, with large bedrooms, private terraces and semi-open air bathrooms, as well as a restaurant serving above-average island fare. Existing accommodation on the island is generally simple and until now, has mainly been the domain of the backpacker crowd; although the Gili Air Hotel on the north of the island has a variety of rooms and a
swimming pool, and Manta Dive has nice bungalows with a swimming pool. Many of the older places offer thatchroofed bungalows with basic amenities, close to white sand beaches and at relatively low prices. There is a good variety of small restaurants and beachside cafés on the island, with many offering traditional Indonesian dishes and basic western fare. The beach barbecues with freshly caught fish are particularly good. The bar scene can get pretty lively in the evenings and, during high season, the island kicks into high gear with Full Moon parties on the beach. Activities include walking and cycling around the island, sun bathing, and swimming, snorkelling and diving in the crystal clear waters. Yoga and meditation, together with relaxing massages and body treatments, are available at H2O Yoga and Meditation. For exploring, there is a path running parallel to the beach and it takes around 90 minutes to circle the whole island. The interior is criss-crossed with a maze of tracks that can get confusing, but all lead back to the beach.
There is a good surf break with a barrelling right hander known as “Play Gili” off the south coast that attracts crowds when it is pumping. It breaks over sharp coral, so check with local surfers about conditions and board hire. Diving opportunities abound and there is a good selection of reliable dive operators on the island, including Blue Marlin, Dream Divers, Oceans 5, Karang Divers and Manta Dive. The calm waters and good visibility make Gili Air an ideal place to learn to dive or to upgrade diving skills. There are a number of popular dive sites that attract divers from the other Gilis, including Air Wall off the west coast, Hans Reef and Frogfish Point off the north coast. The water surrounding the island is of a colour hard to describe – a clear, translucent turquoise, made even more pure by the sparkling white sand beneath. Gili Air still boasts living reefs off much of its coast and there is wonderful snorkelling directly from the shore, particularly from the east and northeast beaches. The coral starts within metres of the beach, making it easily accessible to anyone – even novices who have never snorkelled before. Because the island is protected by reefs, there are few waves and the ocean is amazingly gentle, allowing snorkellers to drift in a dreamy daze above this panorama of aquatic shapes and colours. As is the case on all the Gilis, there are no cars or motorbikes allowed on the island, thus there is no pollution to spoil the clean air and the peaceful atmosphere. The views from all points of the island are stunning but the east coast, facing Lombok, is probably the most fantastic – looking back at the big island with its white beaches and green mountains dominated by the volcano, Mt Rinjani.
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GILI AIR Shark Point and Turtle City are two of the best known dive sites in the Gilis. They are mentioned in guidebooks, lots of people ask to see them and they are both great sites. But are they the best sites or do they just have the best names? To be clear, Shark Point and Turtle City are pretty much the same site; they are just at different depths. Because they are almost the same place, some people call Turtle City “Shark Point Shallow”. I prefer the name Turtle City. I have never had a dive where Turtle City doesn’t live up to its name. However, while there is nearly a 100% guarantee of seeing turtles at Turtle City, you’ll have to face annoying currents that often swish you backwards and forwards like you are in a washing machine. Either that or they pin you to the spot as you fight against them. So where should you go if you want to see
The first, Sunset Reef, I like to think gets its name from its purple corals, which look like the colours of the setting sun. Sunset is a lovely site. It is really pretty, has lots of random reef fish and usually you see a nice selection of turtles. Plus – and this is the main reason I prefer it to Turtle City – once you drop to around the 18-metre mark, the current is much easier. There is wonderful coral and, as well as turtles, you often see blue spotted rays in the sand. The other site I prefer to Turtle City is called Hans Reef by most people but is also known as Frog Fish Point by some dive shops. Until recently I thought the second name was a little silly: I had never seen any frog fish there. But then Alex, my comanager at Karang Divers, spotted three over the space of a week!
At Karang Divers we have worked out the best time to go, when other dive shops aren’t around and our divers often have the place to themselves. The site always offers up something interesting. I’ve seen turtles, cuttlefish, huge lionfish, barracuda, tuna, stunning leopard eels, huge bump head and, now, super-cute frog fish. While still on the subject of turtles, Oceans 5 Dive Centre released 25 turtles from their rehabilitation centre back into the ocean last week. The young turtles had been at Oceans 5 for the past three months until they were big enough to experience the real world. When they were first released, they didn’t know where to go, but eventually all found their way to the water and dived in. After a few goodbyes, the turtles happily swam off into the deep. Hopefully we’ll meet them again one day...
And, if you want to see turtles, Hans has a wonderful bommie (coral mountain) that pretty much always has turtles hanging around. Hans is now perhaps my favourite dive on the Gilis.
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