Are there any dangers in Lombok that I should know about before?

1. How safe is Lombok?
2. Is Lombok better than Bali?
3. Are Gili Islands safe?
4. What should I wear in Lombok?
5. Is Lombok a touristy?
6. Are there crocodiles in Lombok?
7. How many days in Lombok is enough?
8. How much money should I bring to Lombok?
9. What is Lombok known for?
10. Are there sharks in the Gili Islands?
11. Which is the best Gili island to visit?
12. Is Gili islands worth visiting?

How safe is Lombok?

Lombok is definitely safe to travel. The island welcomes around 3,000 visitors a day – and this number is growing. By far, the biggest risk in Lombok is a natural disaster. One of the biggest quakes was back in August 2018 killing over 500 people.

Is Lombok better than Bali?

Bali vs Lombok: Food and Nightlife

But Lombok also has decent options when it comes to both Indonesian and Western cuisines. The same can be said about entertainment. If you want a taste of the Indonesian nightlife, Bali is the best choice.

Are Gili Islands safe?

The Gilis are absolutely safe for solo female travellers! An important fact to note is that the three Gili islands are INCREDIBLY small. Even the biggest of the three, Gili Trawangan, houses only 1500 people. ... Each island has so much to offer and you can be sure to feel safe on any of them.

What should I wear in Lombok?

Although Lombok is a predominantly Muslim island, the dress code isn't as strict as in many other Muslim countries. You can wear whatever you'd normally wear on a beach holiday, especially in the south. But I always cover up with a maxi dress or a long kimono if I go into one of the bigger cities.

Is Lombok a touristy?

Lombok is particularly favored by honeymooners and those who would like an intimate, laidback holiday. Less crowded, fewer parties, and fewer mass events, enable tourists to enjoy their own company. Lombok also has a much smaller amount of hawkers who often distract tourists from the calm natural beauty in Bali.

Are there crocodiles in Lombok?

Like across Nusantara, the mother archipelago of 17,000 islands and 500 languages, Lombok is an island of legends. ... In South Lombok they even have the legendary crocodile; no surfers have ever been eaten or bitten but everybody claims to have seen it, so true it may be.

How many days in Lombok is enough?

For your first trip to Lombok, 3 days to a 1 week Lombok itinerary would be great. Of course, you can stay longer, but it will all depend on how much you want to do and what pace you're happy to have.

How much money should I bring to Lombok?

How much money will you need for your trip to Lombok? You should plan to spend around Rp630,217 ($43) per day on your vacation in Lombok, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

What is Lombok known for?

Lombok is known for

• Beaches. Gili Island beaches The beaches are uniformly gorgeous, with white sand, nice snorkelling and a timeless traveller vibe. ...
• Nightlife. Gili Trawangan The place for pounding beats and party vibes just about every night (and day!) of the week. ...
• Diving & Snorkelling. ...
• Surfing.

Are there sharks in the Gili Islands?

Reef sharks are relatively common in the Indo-Pacific and we get excited every time we see one around the Gili Islands! Here at Two Fish Divers Gili Air, there is nothing we like more than seeing a shark gracefully swim passed us!

Which is the best Gili island to visit?

Gili Air is the best Gili Island for honeymoons, family trips, and travelers who want to escape the madness of Gili Trawangan but need more action than in Gili Meno. On this island, you'll find more restaurants than in Meno and even some cocktail bars.

Is Gili islands worth visiting?

The Gilis are very nice and definitely worth a visit if you have time. The beaches and waters there are nicer than Bali.