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South Lombok, Indonesia
Sekotong is a western peninsula in South Lombok. There is much more to Lombok’s west coast than Sengiggi and the Gili Islands. It is the gateway to the rugged southwest peninsular. a short drive from the main ferry port at Lembar. At its heart is Sekotong Bay, a huge arc of white sandy beaches overlooking a small chain of islands, collectively known as the ‘secret Gilis’. These southwest Gili islands are a far cry from their more famous cousins in the north and now attract a small but steady stream of weekend trippers and tourists looking for a real desert island escape.
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A serene and chic resort, overlooks the sparkling aqua seas of the Indian Ocean. With Restaurant, private villas with pools and AC, golf green, tennis court and resort pool.
Offering a terrace and a private beach area, Secret Island Resort includes an on-site restaurant for those staying. Some rooms include a seating area. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Every room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower.
A beachfront family holiday resort located next door to Kokomo Gili Gede. From Bali the "Gili Gateway" fast boat will bring you directly to the jetty next door and a short 1-2 minute walk to a warm welcome on arrival. You can cater for 1 - 16 guests in 6 bungalows (2 x Family Bungalows (1 double bed + 2 singles or 2 double beds,) 2 x Bamboo Bungalows (1 double bed) and 2 x Wooden Bungalows 1 double bed.). Restaurant breakfast is included.
Family owned. Three bungalows, a small restaurant and a small shop. Snorkeling and boat trips can be organized.
Family owned and managed. Three nice bungalows with shared bathroom (Rp. 350.000/night), one wooden house in nice local style with one room with private bathroom and sweetwater shower and two rooms which share a second bathroom with sweetwater (Rp. 400.000 and 350.000/night). They also provide tents (three person tent with queen size mattress Rp. 150.000/night, big tent (9-12 persons) 250.000/night. The area is a big meadow with a lot of trees. Friendly staff. They also have a small restaurant. Snorkeling, boat trips, transfer and motorbike can be organized.
Ultimate Gili Gede
Gili Gede's only dive operation and bungalows. It consists of 2 beachfront Superior Bungalows complete with AC, fridge, fan, mosquito net, and hot fresh water showers. Great restaurant with American and Indonesian cooking. Continental breakfast included in every night stay. PADI and SSI certified diving , daily boat trips, island hopping, snorkeling trips, guided bike tours, fishing tours, can be booked from 550k.
Private, luxury retreat perched on the hilltop of a 4 hectare estate with 360 degree views of ocean. With live-in manager, chefs and staff. All 4 bedrooms are King-size with separate marble ensuite and dressing areas, located off a 30-m terrace overlooking the 18-m pool & separate entertainment BBQ pavilion. A separate TV entertainment area can be converted to a 5th king size bedroom if required. Additional single beds and baby cots available. Gardens, free wifi, access to private beach and complimentary kayaks, pushbikes and snorkelling equipment available anytime to explore the island or coral reefs. Villa Selalu's boat is available anytime for island hopping picnics or snorkelling adventures (price per hour). You have access to the entire villa and all amenities.
By boat
Gili Getaway Fast Boat (phone: +6281337074147). By far the quickest and cheapest way to Gili Gede is by fast boat.
By car
It is around 60 km south of the capital Mataram, but feels much further due to the winding rural roads that pass through a never-ending series of small villages.
By ferry
There is a public ferry crossing from Padangbai, Bali to Lembar, Lombok. It costs: Rp. 40.000 per adult, and kids aged 2-12 will pay less.
By car
But, there is no taxi and no car on Gili islands, but you can just walk around, knowing that any place in the island is in a walkable distance.
By boat
You can ask one of the fisherman of the island to escort you to some beach with his boat.
By motorcycle
A motor bike rent on the mainland can be organized e.g. in the Thamarind resort for a short trip to Desert Point (Bangko-Bangko), to the market or to the next ATM in Lembar harbour.
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