Sekotong

Getting there

By plane From Singapore: Silk Air flies directly to Praya in Lombok a few times a week, depending on the season. The flight is approximately 2 hours 20 minutes. FRom Lombok airport, an approximate 1 hour 15 minute drive will take you to the southern coast of Lombok. From Bali: Garuda, Wings air along with Lion air flies 3 to 4 times daily from Bali to Lombok also providing flights from selected destinations in Indonesia. The flight time is 20-30 minutes from Bali. The airport in Lombok has moved to from Mataram to Praya in South Lombok and the drive from the airport to the southern coast of Lombok takes approximately 1.5 hours.

By boat Gili Getaway Fast Boat (phone: +6281337074147). By far the quickest and cheapest way to Gili Gede is by fast boat. Gili Getaway, a Western owned company is operating the first fast boat service from Bali, Gili Trawangan and Senggigi to Gili Gede. The trip takes approximately 1½ hours from Bali and includes pick-up and drop off from/to your hotel in Bali. The boat leaves from Serangan Harbor in South Bali (approx 20 min from Kuta / Legian / Seminyak) and takes you directly to the jetty at Kokomo Resort on Gili Gede. Gili Getaway IIII (The Bullet) runs from Gili Trawangan and the trip time is 45 min, beach to Jetty.

By car It is around 60 km south of the capital Mataram, but feels much further due to the winding rural roads that pass through a never-ending series of small villages. It is doable on a day trip but best experienced over a few days, especially for divers or if exploring some of the sleepy offshore islands. Coming over by boat, it is just a short taxi ride away from the ferry port at Lembar.

By ferry There is a public ferry crossing from Padangbai, Bali to Lembar, Lombok. It costs: Rp. 40.000 per adult, and kids aged 2-12 will pay less. From the port of Lembar, bemos are going to Pelangan.

Getting around

By public transport The best way to explore the Sekotong mainland area is by riding your own vehicle, since public transport is quite rare. The roads are in a very decent condition. Only the last approx. 6 km to Dessert Point and Banko Banko are a nightmare.

By car But, there is no taxi and no car on Gili islands, but you can just walk around, knowing that any place in the island is in a walkable distance. To get in one of the Gili island from Lombok island, one can arrange cars from Mataram, Senggigi, Bangsal, Kuta, Lembar, and other places in Lombok island. It could be booked in advance via [email protected] or WhatApp +6281904056966.

By boat You can ask one of the fisherman of the island to escort you to some beach with his boat.

By motorcycle A motor bike rent on the mainland can be organized e.g. in the Thamarind resort for a short trip to Desert Point (Bangko-Bangko), to the market or to the next ATM in Lembar harbour.

See

On the mainland If you are in search of bright lights and lively late nights, you’ll be disappointed in Sekotong. This is the perfect example of untouched beach scenery where industrious locals bring in the local catch or collect seaweed and shellfish in the shallows. The Sekotong area encompasses the neighbouring village of Tawun which is the jumping-off point for the short trip to some of the offshore Gilis. The whole area is well spread out along two large bays and beyond, so wherever you choose to eat or stay, fabulous seascapes come as standard. Heading west towards the tip of the peninsular, Pelangan offers up a prime example of local Lombok life. The traditional market here is one of the best in the southwest of Lombok. Tourism is slowly making its mark here but gold fever has already struck in the green hills overlooking the sea. As you pass you’ll notice countless local gold miners eking out a living among the cashew nuts and mangoes trees. You can also see mangrove forests at:

1 Wisata Mangrove Buwun Mas. (updated Jan 2026) 2 Mangrove Sekotong Tengah. (updated Jan 2026)

Outside of the mainland Just beyond the beaches of Sekotong are a dozen dreamy small islands fringed by pristine reefs and abundant soft white sand. Little more than tiny specks in the ocean, these secret Gilis offer peaceful island living and even the more established 3 Gili Nanggu, 4 Gili Gede, and 5 Gili Asahan are super chilled out. Other islands include 6 Gili Sudak, 7 Gili Tangkong, 8 Gili Genting, and 9 Gili Lontar, all with superb snorkeling and scuba diving close by.

Do

Gili islands (especially Gili Gede) offers a lot of beautiful and wild sandy beaches, it is a wonderful place for snorkeling and just wandering around, relaxing, and get in touch with the lovely and very friendly inhabitants and children of the island.

1 Mekaki Hill. (updated Jan 2026) 2 Dessert Point (Bangko Bangko). Dessert Point is widely regarded as one of the world’s very best surf spots on its day and the fast-moving, barreling waves are not for the faint-hearted.

Buy

There are no mini markets in Sekotong Beach.

Eat

Almost every accommodation at Gili islands has its own restaurant and is open to public.

1 Ocean View Resto. (updated Jan 2026)

Drink & nightlife

As the local people are Muslims, you won't be able to get alcohol drinks at small shops; but you can get one in restaurants, even though they sometimes are owned and managed by Muslims.

Sleep

Most of the hotels and resorts sit on prime beachfronts in acres of space, even for budget accommodation. Apart from superb diving and snorkeling, these are places to be dazzled by the scenery and do next to nothing.

Gili Gede 1 Kokomo Gili Gede (off the southernmost tip of Lombok), ☏ +62 821 4718 8997. A serene and chic resort, overlooks the sparkling aqua seas of the Indian Ocean. With Restaurant, private villas with pools and AC, golf green, tennis court and resort pool. 2 Secret Island Resort, ☏ +6281803762001. Offering a terrace and a private beach area, Secret Island Resort includes an on-site restaurant for those staying. Some rooms include a seating area. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Every room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower. 3 Yut Inn Flower Paradise, ☏ +628179783508. A beachfront family holiday resort located next door to Kokomo Gili Gede. From Bali the "Gili Gateway" fast boat will bring you directly to the jetty next door and a short 1-2 minute walk to a warm welcome on arrival. You can cater for 1 - 16 guests in 6 bungalows (2 x Family Bungalows (1 double bed + 2 singles or 2 double beds,) 2 x Bamboo Bungalows (1 double bed) and 2 x Wooden Bungalows 1 double bed.). Restaurant breakfast is included. Rp350,000-Rp600,000 per night. 4 Pelangi Bungalow and warung (located at the most southern village), ☏ +62 818 0376 1806. Family owned. Three bungalows, a small restaurant and a small shop. Snorkeling and boat trips can be organized. 5 Thamarind Gili Gede (200m north of Madak Belo, directly on the beach), ☏ +62 81918170111, +62 81238315850, [email protected]. Family owned and managed. Three nice bungalows with shared bathroom (Rp. 350.000/night), one wooden hou