Senaru Village, Lombok – Mountain hikers must be familiar with one of Lombok prides, Mount Rinjani. But, do you know that we can do other things near the mountain? At the foot of Mount Rinjani, there is a rural area that has become one of Indonesia’s green tourism villages.
Gaining its popularity for its natural scenery and rich culture, Senaru Village is now one of the must-visit destinations for travelers. You may wonder what activities you can do in this village. Well, we have the answer for you. Before talking about that, let’s check out how you can reach the village safely!
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Begin Your Journey to Senaru
Senaru village is located in North Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara. You have two options to reach Lombok. First, by taking the land route a.k.a road trip, or second, by taking the airway and land at Lombok International Airport.
If you decide to get there by airplane, you can continue your journey to Senaru village by public transportation. Your choice would be to take a bus from the airport to Sweta bus station then hop on a bus that goes to Senaru.
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Entrance fee: There is no minimum charge*.
Parking fee: 2,000 IDR*.
Opening schedule: Every day.
Address: Senaru, Bayan, North Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara (Open on Google Maps)
What to Do and Where to Go in Senaru Village
1. Natural Adventure in Senaru Village
As a green tourism village, Senaru is exactly the answer for those craving for refreshments for the eyes, body, and soul. Since farming is the main occupation for the villagers, rice fields are very common in the village. While you roam around the neighborhood, chances are you will bump into huge green rolling fields allowing you to inhale the fresh air.
Only around one kilometer away from the village, you can find hidden natural heaven that made its way to invite local and international visitors: Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep waterfall.
The journey to witness these beauties may be challenging, but everything will be paid off once you see the water gracefully plunge into the ground.
Since you’re at the mountain, it’s incomplete if sunset watching is not in your itinerary. You can do your golden hour hunting by wandering the neighborhood while interacting with the locals since they would know the best spots to watch the sunsets. Remember, this is a call for a fully-charged camera!
2. Connect with Spiritualism in Senaru Village
Other than for its natural beauty, Senaru Village is also known for its cultural and religious heritage. One of the proofs of its religious heritage is Bayan Baleq, an old mosque originally built in the 17th century.
Around the mosque are sacred tombs of historical figures of Senaru. Despite its old age, the historical mosque is still used for Islamic celebration days such as Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Islamic New Year, and many more.
3. The Cultural Side of Senaru Life
The locals in Senaru still do many cultural activities in their daily life. One of which is the blessing ritual that is done by a group of adult villagers of Senaru.
Usually, to find out more about the culture of Senaru, travelers interact with the locals or the head of Senaru Village, and that’s what we call learning from the best source!
Where to Stay During Your Visit to Senaru
You don’t think we would recommend you a trip without recommending a place to sleep, right? We know you’ll need it, and we have chosen one of the best places around Senaru Village for you!
Only 2 min car-ride away from Senaru Village, Rinjani Lodge is a great choice for your stay. The three-star hotel has a minimalist design that gets you in touch with the simplicity of rural life.
By taking a quick trip to the pool, you can already immerse yourself in the view of Mount Rinjani. To top it off, the hotel gives many room options that you can adjust according to your needs. Families, couples, or singles? All are welcomed here!
Price: Starts from 750,000 IDR/room/night*.
Facilities: Swimming pool, restaurant, Wi-Fi, 24-hour front desk, indoor golf.
Address: Jl. Pariwisata, Senaru, Bayan, North Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara 83354 (Open on Google Maps)
Easy Tips for a Better Senaru Trip
You’re about to enter a whole new world, get ready to do some important adjustments!
- Dress properly. You have to be mindful of the local culture and pay attention to what’s appropriate and not.
- Mosquito repellent is necessary. The journey you’re about to take will involve activities around grassy areas. Prevention is easier than treatment, right?
- Wear comfortable footwear. You’ll rely on your feet a lot for this journey. This time, it’s function over fashion.
- Sunscreen saves lives. Burning your skin equals killing the fun, another necessity for a Senaru trip.
- Give off a friendly vibe. The villagers are happy that you visit them, there’s nothing wrong to return their welcome with a warm smile of yours! 🙂
Add Senaru Village to Your Bucket List
Now that you know what Senaru village is about, it’s time to see it for yourself! Pick the most suitable time for you and install tiket.com app to help you book your travel needs from flight tickets to car rentals at the comfort of your home.
Take a role in supporting #DiIndonesiaAja by doing sustainable local traveling. Last but never least, stay safe and healthy, t-mates! Wear your mask and keep a safe distance from others 🙂
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*Prices are valid at the time of writing.
