MAP OF LOMBOK

Lombok Indonesia

Located just east of Bali in Nusa Tenggara province, lies Lombok – an yet unspoiled paradise offering amazing surfing, trekking up an active volcano, wild jungles, beautiful beaches, diving, and spectacular scenery. Lombok is fast becoming a popular holiday destination. In the key tourist destinations such as Kuta, Senggigi and the Gili’s there is a wide range of accommodation available, from backpacker hostels to 5 star hotels and private villas.
Rice is an important crop, though yields are lower here than on neighboring islands and only grown for part of the year unlike neighboring Bali. Tobacco, coconuts, and coffee are also important crops, while cloves, vanilla, pineapple and pepper have also been introduced. The island is 80km from east to west and about the same from north to south, with lush evergreen landscapes and parts which are chronically dry. Droughts, particularly in the south and east, can last for months, causing crop failure and famine – though recent improvements in water management have made life in Lombok less precarious.
The majority of people are Sasak Muslims who have a unique language (bahasa sasak) and a rich culture. There is also a sizable Hindu Balinese population, and significant numbers of Chinese and Sasak Buddhists. They say you can “see” Bali while in Lombok but you can’t see Lombok while in Bali