Lombok has a new tourist destination. Besides Gili Trawangan, the capital of West Nusa Tenggara Province finally launched the Mandalika Special Economic Zone (KEK). Present in the Central Lombok region, KEK Mandalika is a large tourism megaproject that has been going on for 29 years. However, the Indonesian Government, through President Joko Widodo, officially opened tourism activities in Mandalika in mid-October 2017.
With an area of 1,034 hectares, Mandalika has many beautiful beaches that must enter your hunting list. Its location, which is only 30 minutes from Lombok International Airport, makes KEK Mandalika a strategic destination for local and foreign tourists. But what will you get at Mandalika? So, we have some beautiful tourist spots in Mandalika, Lombok that are ready to sedate you and the closest people.
Batu Payung Beach
Batu Payung Beach in Central Lombok is famous because there is a large coral like umbrella on its coast. It is a favorite among the beaches of Lombok. Uniquely, Batu Payung Beach does not have white sand and only consists of large rocks and coral like umbrellas. Be careful when traversing rocks, because the moss attached is so slippery.
Seger Beach
Located not far from Kuta Beach, Seger Beach is quite familiar with cultural tourism. Yep, this beach has an exciting annual event, Bau Nyale. Hundreds of residents gathered at the beach to collect Princess Nyale's manifested sea worms. The figure of a legend who is willing to throw himself into the sea so that there is no division in Lombok.
Gerupuk Beach
For ferocious wave hunters, Gerupuk Beach is the right spot! The location is at the eastern end of Mandalika. Many local and foreign tourists are willing to carry a surfboard to try the waves on Gerupuk Beach. Sunset at Gerupuk Beach is also considered one of the best in the Mandalika Region. So, you really need to come here.
Merese Hill
Mandalika is not only beautiful from the beach, but also from a height. Well, Merese Hill is a spot that you must visit. You really need 30 minutes to climb the hill. However, reaching the top, a great panorama was presented nicely. The better because the sea breeze is ready to make the hairs goose bumps.
Tanjung Aan Beach
If you look to the west of Merese Hill, lay a beautiful beach with a curved position. Yep, Tanjung Aan Beach is one of the best destinations in Mandalika. The waves are very relaxed when compared to some other beaches. The spread of white sand can seem charming. It's even more impressive because Mandalika's manager provides tree swings for selfies.
So, are you interested in visiting Mandalika in Lombok?
