Want a Memorable Road Trip in Mandalika? Visit These 7 Tourist Attractions!
Amanda Rafiqah Putri
Road Trip in Mandalika – One of the best ways to rekindle a family or friendship bond is to spend a lot of time together. A road trip is a way to make that happen. Spending hours on the road can be tiring, but when you’re there for the fun of it, it will be one of the memories you look back to even after decades!
Now, where should you go for your road trip? Mandalika is the newly growing tourism area in Indonesia. Although it’s considered new, the land offers competitive tourism destinations that should immediately be on your road trip list. If you want to go on a road trip but feel too tired to drive all the way from your hometown, you can rent a car at tiket.com while you’re there!
As usual, tiket.com is here to give you the recommendation of where to go and what to do during your trip!
If we’re talking about the beauty of Tanjung Aan Beach, you may not know where to start because there just is so much to offer. First off, the pepper sand on its beach. The sand on Tanjung Aan is uniquely soft and can easily be crushed by feet, hence the name pepper. Supposedly, the texture results from the fossils of dead corals from a long time ago.
It is recommended to walk here on your barefoot. Apparently, walking on the pepper-ish sand gives you the sensation of receiving foot therapy. Where else can you get amazing sceneries and free foot massage at the same time?
After you’ve seen the incredible Tanjung Aan from above the water, you should explore its unbelievably beautiful marine life. Do you know from where else you can enjoy the beauty of Tanjung Aan? You’ll find the answer shortly.
Price: 5,000 IDR/bike, 10,000/car, and 15,000 IDR/bus*.
Operational hours & days: 24/7
Address: Pengembur Village, Pujut, Sengkol, Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara 83573 (Open on Google Maps)
2. Merese Hill
Right on the back of Tanjung Aan beach is the magnificent Merese Hill. Covered in green, Merese Hill is a beautiful addition to the color of the white sand and turquoise water. The height of this hill is not that high. Therefore, climbing to its peak is very much doable!
Once you’re at the top of Merese Hill, all your exhaustion from trekking is paid off. In fact, the scenery you will encounter up there is so rewarding. You may even feel a rush in your body that increases your energy instead!
One of the must-do activities here is taking pictures in its countless beautiful spots (yes, it includes the premium view of Tanjung Aan Beach as we promised ?)
The best time to climb up Merese Hill is approaching sunset because the sunset you’ll see from Merese hill has a beauty you can’t find anywhere else. If you prefer, you can even camp here! Just remember to prepare your equipment and keep the environment clean, ok?
Price: Free* (Only parking fee is required)
Operational hours & days: 24/7
Address: Jalan Kuta Lombok, Kuta, Pujut, Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara 83573 (Open on Google Maps)
3. Bangkang Prabu Cave
Who would’ve thought a trip to a bat cave can be so interesting? Visit Bangkang Prabu Cave when the sun shines the brightest, around 12 PM-1 PM, to witness the rays illuminating the deep cave in the prettiest way you can imagine!
4. Kuta Mandalika
Are you even in Mandalika if you haven’t visited Kuta Mandalika? Without a doubt, Kuta Mandalika is the icon of Mandalika’s tourism. No wonder the area is never short on visitors. However, no need to worry because the crowd doesn’t make the beach any less relaxing!
If you want something more than just relaxation, you can try doing activities from water sports to paragliding here!
Price: Free* (Only parking fee is required)
Operational hours & days: 24/7
Address: The Mandalika beach, Kuta, Pujut, Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara 83573 (Open on Google Maps)
5. Kotak Cave
What do you have in mind when you think of a cave? Undefined shape with stalactites hanging from its ceiling? Those things are not to be found in Kotak Cave. the word kotak translates to ‘square’ in English. To its miracle, this cave has a neat square shape. Therefore, taking a picture here feels like you’re given a natural photo frame! ?
Price: Free*.
Opening hours: 7 AM–6 PM (local time)
Address: Jalan Pantai Mawi, Sengkol, Pujut, Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara (Open on Google Maps)
6. Sade Village
Located around 30 minutes away from Bangkang Prabu Cave, Sade Village is a tourism village that is also the home of the Sasak tribe. The village has gained international exposure, so the locals are familiar with welcoming tourists here. Despite being globally known, the locals of Sade village are still strongly connected to their traditional values.
Not only can you get a depiction of the life of the Sasak tribe, you will also be spoiled by sets of magnificent natural sceneries while you’re here. Since farming is the main occupation of the locals, you’ll be able to see refreshing green fields as far as your eyes can see!
While you’re here, it’s incomplete to not bring something home, right? To reminisce about your visit to Sade Village, you should buy its woven handicrafts and fabrics. Want to know more detail about this village? Find out here!
Price: free*
Operational hours & days: 8 AM–7 PM (local time)
Address: Rambitan, Pujut, Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, 83573 (Open on Google Maps)
7. Seger Beach
Seger Beach is one of the many heavens for surfers in Mandalika. There is a special event here known as the Bau Nyale Festival, an annual festival done every the 20th of the tenth month of the Sasak calendar.
During this festival, the locals of the Sasak tribe are hunting for sea worms. They believe the soul of princess Mandalika is in the sea worms.
Other than giving you a set of unbelievable sceneries, Seger Beach also makes a great place for relaxation. On top of that, kids can also have fun here. Family-friendly, affordable, and stunning? What else can we ask for!
You don’t have to worry much about your well-being while you’re here. The locals are aware that Seger Beach is a tourist favorite, so restaurants, public restrooms, and spots to rest are available here.
Price: 5,000 IDR/bike and 10,000 IDR/car*
Operational hours & days: 24/7
Address: Kuta, Pujut, Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara 83573 (Open on Google Maps)
Some Tips to Follow During Your Road Trip to Mandalika
Bring your own sanitizing equipment. When it comes to personal hygiene, which is especially important these days, you can only rely on yourself and your travel partner(s).
Wear comfortable clothing. Remember that you’re about to travel to a place where the sun can get really intense. Dress accordingly, t-mates!
Always carry cash with you. Although cashless transactions have been introduced in Mandalika, most of the people their still use cash.
Bring some snacks for your journey. You know what many people say, people get moody when they’re hungry! Keep your journey light and fun by making sure all travelers are well-fed ?
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A trip to Mandalika sounds amazing, doesn’t it? Not only do you gain an exceptional experience, but traveling to Mandalika also means supporting #DiIndonesiaAja and the economy of the locals.
