Beaches · Lombok · Indonesia
The best beaches in and near Lombok
Where to swim and spend a beach day, and when the water is warm.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Suryanata budi, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
The best-known beach is Tanjung Aan (About 15 minutes from Kuta). The sea is usually warm enough for a comfortable swim (21°C+) in January–December.
Key facts
- Beaches in this guide
- 6
- Swimming season
- January–December
- Warmest sea
- 29°C (84°F)
The beaches
About 15 minutes from Kuta · Swimming and photos
1.Tanjung Aan
Twin sheltered bays of fine white sand east of Kuta with calm turquoise water.
About 30 minutes west of Kuta · Beginner surfers and families
2.Selong Belanak
A long curve of soft sand with small, rolling waves ideal for learning to surf.
About 20 minutes west of Kuta · Swimming
3.Mawun
A horseshoe bay enclosed by green hills, usually calm enough for swimming.
About 15–30 minutes by boat from Bangsal · Snorkelling and sunset
4.Gili Trawangan beaches
White sand around the island with turtles over the reef close to shore.
About 20 minutes by boat from Bangsal · Couples and snorkelling
5.Gili Meno beaches
Quiet sand and reef on all sides, with the Nest sculptures off the west coast.
About 20 minutes north of Mataram · Sunsets
6.Senggigi beach
A long west-coast beach with hotels and sunset views towards Bali.
Sea temperature by month
| Month | Sea | Air high |
|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| February | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| March | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| April | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| June | 27°C (81°F) | 30°C (86°F) |
| July | 27°C (81°F) | 30°C (86°F) |
| August | 26°C (79°F) | 30°C (86°F) |
| September | 27°C (81°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| October | 28°C (82°F) | 32°C (90°F) |
| November | 29°C (84°F) | 32°C (90°F) |
| December | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
Staying near the beach
$$ · Best for first-timers, beach, budget and nightlife
Kuta and Mandalika
Kuta (not to be confused with Kuta in Bali) is Lombok's main southern base, a small town of guesthouses, surf shops, cafés and warungs that has grown quickly alongside the Mandalika development and its Pertamina Mandalika racing circuit. Tanjung Aan, Seger, Gerupuk and Mawun beaches are all within about 20 minutes by scooter, and the airport is about 30 minutes away.
- Good
- Close to the airport; Wide choice of beaches and surf breaks; Good-value food and stays
- Watch out
- Construction and traffic from Mandalika's growth; Needs a scooter or driver to reach most beaches
- Nearby
- Tanjung Aan, Bukit Merese, Seger beach, Gerupuk
Getting to the beaches
- Car — Hiring a car with a driver for a day is the most comfortable way to reach Senaru, the waterfalls and distant beaches, and can be arranged by any hotel.
- Scooter — Rented scooters are widely used in Kuta and Senggigi to reach nearby beaches, but roads are winding and sandy in places.
- Boat — Public boats and private speedboats run from Bangsal and other harbours on the north-west coast to the Gilis in about 15–30 minutes, and fast boats link the Gilis and Lombok to Bali in about 1.5–3 hours.
Beach-weather months
Days of 24°C (75°F) or more with no more than nine rainy days come in May–October. The busiest of those is July, so book early.
Beach safety
The main risks are natural ones: strong currents at some south-coast beaches and between the Gilis, scooter accidents on winding roads and steep, exposed sections of the Rinjani trek, where climbers should use licensed guides. Lombok lies in an active seismic zone, so note your accommodation's emergency information. Swim at lifeguarded beaches where possible and follow local flag warnings.
Questions travellers ask
+Does Lombok have beaches?
Yes: Tanjung Aan, Selong Belanak, Mawun, Gili Trawangan beaches, Gili Meno beaches and Senggigi beach.
+When is the sea warm enough to swim in Lombok?
Usually January–December, when the sea averages 21°C or more.
+What is the best beach near Lombok?
Tanjung Aan: Twin sheltered bays of fine white sand east of Kuta with calm turquoise water.