West Nusa Tenggara

Nature in West Nusa Tenggara

Natural Wonders and Viewpoints

This selection spans the diverse geography of West Nusa Tenggara, featuring the 3,726-meter Mount Rinjani volcano and its surrounding caldera. Coastal highlights include the white sands of Selong Belanak and the distinctive dual-bay topography of Tanjung Aan. The list covers the northern rainforests, home to the multi-tiered Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep waterfalls, alongside high-altitude viewpoints like Pusuk Pass and Merese Hill, which offer panoramas of the Indian Ocean and the patchwork agricultural fields of the Sembalun valley.

Natural Wonders and Viewpoints — Map

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A

Rinjani

Active stratovolcano rising to 3,726 meters. It features a 6-by-8.5-kilometer caldera containing the Segara Anak crater lake and the smaller, active Barujari cone.

B

Kepala Desa

Protected nature reserve area located in the hilly terrain of southern Lombok.

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C

Selong Belanak Beach

Crescent-shaped bay with white sand and shallow waters. Known for its gentle surf break and the sight of local buffalo herds crossing the beach.

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D

Tanjun Aan

Coastal area featuring two bays separated by a rocky outcrop. Known for its unique coarse sand and panoramic views from the surrounding hills.

E

Semporon Tangkel Waterfall

Secluded waterfall located in the Sumbawa region, surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

F

Waterfall Tiu Kelep

Two-tiered waterfall reached via a jungle trail. The water cascades from a height of approximately 45 meters over moss-covered rock faces.

G

Sendang Gila Waterfall

Multi-level waterfall situated on the slopes of Mount Rinjani. It is the first major fall reached on the trail from Senaru village.

H

Tiu Kelep

High-volume waterfall located in the northern rainforests of Lombok, featuring a large plunge pool.

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I

Pura Batu Bolong

Hindu temple built on a volcanic rock outcrop with a natural hole underneath. Overlooks the Lombok Strait toward Mount Agung in Bali.

J

Pusuk Pass

High-altitude mountain pass through a monkey forest. Offers views of the Gili Islands and the coastline from a winding forest road.

K

Merese Hill

Grassy headland providing 360-degree views of Tanjung Aan and the southern coastline. Often used as a vantage point for sunset.

L

Sunset Point

Vantage point located on the western edge of Merese Hill, overlooking the Indian Ocean.

M

Mantar Paragliding Take Off (stunning view)

High-altitude site on Sumbawa island offering panoramic views of the Alas Strait and Mount Rinjani in the distance.

N

Gunung Pegasingan

1,150-meter peak overlooking the patchwork agricultural fields of the Sembalun valley.

O

Hot springs

Geothermal springs located near the Segara Anak crater lake on Mount Rinjani.

P

Kuta Beach

Coastal area in southern Lombok characterized by white sand and proximity to the Mandalika international circuit.

Q

Maluk

Coastal area in West Sumbawa known for its white sand beach and proximity to the Super Suck surf break.

R

Sekongkang

Beach on the southwestern coast of Sumbawa, featuring rocky outcrops and views of the open ocean.

S

Taman Kerato

Public park and green space located in the Sumbawa Besar area.

T

Tambak

Coastal wetland and aquaculture pond area located on the western coast of Lombok.

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