A spectacular day ride along Lombok's south coast visiting a succession of beautiful bays — the perfect crescent of Selong Belanak, the secluded Mawun Beach, the surf and town of Kuta, and the stunning twin bays of Tanjung Aan with a sunset walk up Merese Hill to finish.
| Distance | 55–90 km from Mataram |
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| Travel time | 1–1.5 hours by car to Kuta base |
| Getting there | Rented motorbike or chartered car; motorbike recommended for flexibility |
| Cost | $8–15 for motorbike rental + fuel; $35–50 for private car charter |
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Highlights
- Selong Belanak's horseshoe bay
- Mawun's turquoise cove
- Kuta beach and surf
- Tanjung Aan double bay
- Merese Hill sunset