Lombok Holidays
Overview
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You may not have heard of Lombok before, but the secluded Indonesian island is fast becoming popular with honeymooners, as well as those who want a unique, relaxing break amid spectacular surroundings. Let the stress melt away as you recline on one of the many, unspoiled white sandy beaches that boarder the region. If you fancy eating and drinking out or doing a spot of shopping, head over to Senggigi Beach where you'll find the tourist hot spots. If you prefer a slower pace of life however, venture inland where you'' discover the natural landscape and traditional ways of life on Lombok that have remained unchanged for centuries.
Lombok Highlights
Diving: Crystal clear waters surround Lombok, ideal for snorkelling and diving, bright reefs, colourful fish and turtles await you. Even first time divers can experience this aquatic utopia.
National Park: With a great trekking route around Mount Rinjani National Park, when you reach the summit you will be blown away by the view of the 'Segara Anak', a large crater lake over 200 metres deep with surrounding hot springs, an awe inspiring site.
Beaches: Untouched white beaches like Kuta and Senggigi will ease you in to the Lombok lifestyle. Lively resorts rest along the beachfront of Senggigi, while Kuta in the south west is a far less developed and peaceful area.
Lombok Factfile
When to go
Temperature Range: 24°C - 30°C
Most popular: May - October
Best value: November - April
Best weather: May - October
Travel Information
Direct flights: None
Indirect flights: Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Qantas, Malaysia Airlines and Cathay Pacific
Visa information: None for British citizens
Health information: No specific vaccinations required
Time Difference: GMT +8 hours
When To Go
Best Value
Travel in November to April to receive the best deals. The weather is still great and the majority of hotels have some great special offers.
Best Time to Go
Lombok is a year round destination but for the drier months and to avoid the busy period April and late October are perfect. You may get the odd shower, but they tend to last an hour and the sun shining again.
Most Popular
Between May and October is considered the dry season, but Lombok has a much drier year than its neighbour Bali and being close to the equator temperatures average at approximately 29°C year round.
Hottest
The hottest months in Lombok tend to be from September to May at 1 or 2°C warmer. This can be due to the humidity levels being higher due to more rain in these months.
Climate
Lombok experiences sunny and warm weather conditions year round. The annual rainfall tends to fall from October to March, but it can be as little as a 1 hour shower and then clear blue skies after. Temperatures range from 24-30°C.
Lombok Travel Information
Flight information
Lombok can be reached by many carriers from the UK
Direct Carriers: There are no direct flights to Lombok.
Indirect Carriers: Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Qantas, Malaysia Airlines and Cathay Pacific. All carriers to Lombok operate via other points in the Middle or Far East.
Departure Taxes: An international departure tax of Rp75 must be paid when departing Indonesia.
Visa information
British Citizens are not required to have a visa to enter Lombok but your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in Lombok. Please contact the Indonesian Embassy for up to date country and visa information on 0207 499 7661.
How to obtain a visa
If you need a travel visa for your upcoming trip, Hayes & Jarvis are pleased to offer our customers the expertise and experience of CIBT, the Global Visa and Passport Professionals. CIBT UK Ltd specializes in fast, dependable visa application services. Don't wait until the last minute, for an application form and discounted pricing. Call 0844 800 4650 or visit http://www.uk.cibt.com/hayesandjarvis
