Whirlwind Trip Through Lombok, Indonesia
6 Days, Multiple Stops, in Lombok, Indonesia Feb '23 - I had a wonderful time in Lombok meeting with friendly locals most of whom were willing to share a story, tea, tobacco, direction and food! Being able to speak Indonesian probably helps😁. Why I say whirlwind? Cos each stop was just for a night with rather long distances between them! Lombok International Airport Also known as Praya due to the nearby town, the airport appears new but small with domestic flights save for a single daily flight from KL. Locals claim that flying via KL to anywhere else is cheaper than via Jakarta. Upon exiting the terminal, walk through the numerous touts into a hall and you will find public buses (Damri) at the left corner furthest away from you. Contrary to several online comments, GrabCar pickup is available at the airport though it appears cheaper private taxi options exist. I took an hour long bus ride to Mataram bus station at outer ring road for Rp35k (or Rp40k if you plan to go to ci...