Here i would like to share information about transportation from Lombok Airport to Selung belanak beach where the guest stay for.
Here we explain a little bit information about Lombok Airort
Lombok Airport
There is currently only one major airport serving the island of Lombok in Indonesia:
Lombok International Airport (LOP), also known as Bandar Udara Internasional Lombok or Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport. Here are key details about the airport:- Location: Located in Tanak Awu, Kabupaten Lombok Tengah (Central Lombok Regency), approximately 40 km northeast of Mataram, the capital city of Nusa Tenggara Barat, and 55 km southeast of Senggigi, a popular tourist area in West lombok.
- History: Replaced Selaparang Airport, which was previously the only operational airport on the island. Officially opened on October 1, 2011, following its inauguration by President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono on October 20, 2011.
- Airlines and Destinations: Operates both domestic and international flights. Major airlines serving the airport include Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air, Wings Air, CityLink, AirAsia, and others.
- Facilities and Expansion Plans: Has undergone significant expansion projects. Initially built with a runway length of 2,500 meters, it now plans to extend the runway to 3,300 meters to accommodate larger aircraft like the Airbus A330 and Boeing 777. The current phase includes improvements to the terminal, aprons, and parking areas to increase passenger capacity to 7.5 million anually. Future phases aim to expand even further, potentially reaching a total of 3.25 million annual passengers by 2018.
The main airlines operating at Lombok International Airport (LOP) include:
- Garuda Indonesia
- Lion Air
- Wings Air
- Batik Air
- Citilink
- AirAsia
- Super Air Jet
- Scoot (to Singapore)
Selung Belanak
Selong Belanak Beach is a renowned tourist destination located in Lombok, Indonesia. Here are key details about the beach:
Geography and Features
- Location: Situated in Selong Belanak Village, Penujak District, Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara Province. Approximately 49 kilometers from Mataram City and about 30 minutes from Kuta, South lombok.
- Shape and Size: Shaped like a crescent moon with a coastline approximately one kilometer long facing the Indian ocean.
Activities
- Water Sports: Known for its gentle waves, making it ideal for beginner surfers. Many locals provide surf lessons, and equipment rentals are available
- Relaxation: Suitable for relaxation, sunbathing, walking along the coastline, and swimming. The beach offers a serene environment despite occasional crowds.
- Local Life Observation: Visitors can observe the daily lives of local fishermen and their families, including children helping with tasks like fetching freshwater
Facilities
- Accommodations: Various villas near the beach are available for overnight stays. Additionally, there are local restaurants offering traditional dishes like Fish satay.
- Food and Drink: Several warungs (local cafes/restaurants) line the beach, providing basic amenities and refreshing.
Tips and Precautions
- Crowd Management: Although generally quieter compared to other beaches in Lombok, it may become busier during peak seasons. Be mindful of personal belongings due to potential theft incidents reported previously.
- Transportation: Renting a scooter is recommended for getting around; however, cars are also viable options. Parking fees apply for scotters.
Transportation from Lombok airport to Selung belanak at the rate IDR 200.000,- for 2 persons include car, driver and Petrol
Transportation it take 1 hours ride car
