Yachting destination

Lombok

Asia Pacific West Nusa Tenggara Indonesia Indonesia / Lesser Sunda Islands May to October ★ 2 Star Superyacht Guide Destination Award

Discover the destination

Welcome to Lombok

Lombok is an Indonesian yacht destination with the Gili Islands, beaches, diving, surf and routes between Bali and Komodo.

Superyacht Guide Award

Superyacht Guide Destination Star

★★☆☆☆

2 Stars - Good yachting destination

Preliminary Superyacht Guide destination note pending full editorial assessment. Lombok has recognised yachting merit but has not yet been assessed for a higher Destination Star rating.

Preliminary Listing Asian Destination Editorial Review Pending

Last reviewed: May 10, 2026

Destination Stars are editorial ratings based on cruising appeal, marina access, hospitality, scenery, events, seasonality and available information.

Destination intelligence

Key facts at a glance

The essentials for planning a visit, cruising or shore-side operations.

Region
Asia Pacific
Local area
West Nusa Tenggara
Country
Indonesia
City / area
Lombok / Gili Islands
Type
Indonesian island cruising destination
Cruising area
Indonesia / Lesser Sunda Islands
Best season
May to October
Nearest airport
Lombok International Airport
LOP
Charter appeal
High
Marinas
3 marinas in the destination area

Explore Lombok

The destination guide

Lombok is an attractive Indonesian yacht destination east of Bali, known for beaches, surf, the Gili Islands, Mount Rinjani and a more relaxed atmosphere than its famous neighbour.

For yachts, Lombok works well as part of routes linking Bali, the Gili Islands, Sumbawa and Komodo. It offers beach stops, snorkeling, diving, island anchorages and resort experiences.

The destination is useful for yachts seeking Indonesian cruising with a balance of guest comfort, nature and onward expedition potential toward eastern Indonesia.

Superyacht highlights

  • Indonesian island cruising east of Bali
  • Gili Islands, beaches, diving and snorkeling
  • Useful route toward Komodo and eastern Indonesia
  • Surf, volcano scenery and relaxed island atmosphere
  • Good combination with Bali yacht itineraries

Plan the visit

Travel, berthing and planning

Operational details and access information for the destination.

Arrival and airport access

Nearest airport

Lombok International Airport (LOP)

Ground access

Lombok Airport provides regional access, with Bali also used for yacht itineraries.

Marina and yacht access

Marina access

Yacht visits are mostly anchorage and local-support based rather than marina-led.

Berthing

Local support and anchorage planning are recommended.

Planning details

Best time to visit

Dry-season months are generally preferred for cruising and beach conditions.

Coordinates

-8.745000, 115.925000

The waterfront

Marinas and berthing

Time ashore

Hospitality and experiences

Stay

Hotels and accommodation

The Oberoi Beach Resort Lombok; Hotel Tugu Lombok; Sudamala Suites; luxury villas

Dining

Restaurants

Lombok resort dining, Gili island restaurants and Indonesian coastal cuisine

Explore

Attractions and places

Gili Islands; Mount Rinjani; Mandalika; beaches; surf; diving; Bali-Komodo routes

What's on

Events

Indonesia dry-season cruising and island travel periods.

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