Adventure sports with its exotic range of enthusiasm provide an excellent opportunity
to explore the incredible land of Lombok. Within a very limited expense you can
get unlimited pleasure. With no extra effort you can experience heavenly bliss
on earth.
The warm weather of the land, the white beaches, hilly terrain and the breath
taking scenery of Lombok attracts tourists all the year round. The adventure sports
of Lombok include primarily cycling, snorkeling and trekking.
Best time
The place attracts tourists all throughout the year but the best time to visit
the place is during the summers when thee in no rain. The months from April
to October is considered the best time to be in Lombok. This time is considered
the best as the water bodies during this part of the year is devoid of any commotion.
At the same time the hilly tracks are less prone to dangers.
Cycling
Are you eager to enjoy the land in complete serenity? If you think likewise
then all you need to do is to get for yourself a cycle. With no one to restrain
and no worries in mind, just go out to feel the magic of the place. If you are
with your friends then the journey is sure to prove a memorable one.
The village of Sumba is the best pace for cycling. The northern part of Lombok
is sure to prove a nice track for cycling.
Trekking
If you love trekking then Lombok is not going to disappoint you. Mount Rinjani,
a part included in the "Ring of Fire", and the villages lying close
make some excellent routes for trekking. The best trekking track is from Sembalun
Lawang on the east and Senaru on the north which leads to the top of the mountains.
The task is both challenging and nerve-wrecking but to topple them all it is
very much interesting.
Snorkeling
The colorful marine life that the gives Lombok a distinct image can be realized
in its true colors only through snorkeling in crystal clear waters of the islands.
The Gili islands with the batfish, trumpet fishes, octopuses and Bearded Scorpion
are to mesmerize you. The Senggigi Islands is also there with its unique opportunity
of snorkeling.
Miscellaneous
The Volker's Golf Course located at about 500 meters from the Shark Point is
the best place to see sharks, Mackerels and Doctor Fish. The site which initiates
at a depth of about 20 meters has bee named such because its green tinge makes
it look almost like a golf course. It is a paradise for people to enjoy diving
and snorkeling.
Tit-a -bits
There are two ways of enjoying the adventure- bliss. Either you can arrange
for yourself a trip through the beaches and the mountains or you can contact
some tourist agencies. If you are determined not to contact any agencies, hire
a bike or a cycle and just go out to enjoy the beauty of the land. If you contact
some travel agencies just rest assured as they are there to take all the pain
in order to give you the best pleasure. But be assured that they agencies are
good and you do not fall in unwanted traps.
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