THERE ARE several other areas in the Lombok and Bali regions that can be destinations to stay and enjoy their beauty if you plan to watch MotoGP at Mandalika.
Here are some alternative tourist destinations on these two exotic islands:
Sembalun
Sembalun which is located in East Lombok offers a different natural charm. With views of Mount Rinjani and the neatly arranged rice fields of Sembalun Village residents, visitors who intend to watch MotoGP can feel the cold fresh air and natural scenery that is no less beautiful than the beaches in Lombok.
Sembalun is suitable for tourists who feel tired of their busy daily activities and want to rest in a place that is not too crowded.
Three Gili
The three Gilis, namely Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, and Gili Meno, which are located in North Lombok, are popular destinations that have complete tourism facilities.
The three Gilis in Lombok have similar natural beauty, with white sand beaches and underwater beauty that are still awake making the Tiga Gili a favorite snorkeling and diving destination for tourists.
This exotic destination is favored by tourists who like adventure and want to feel the natural beauty that is still protected.
Padangbai
Padangbai, which is located in East Bali, has a port which is the main access that must be passed on the way to West Nusa Tenggara from the island of Bali.
With a clean and beautiful white sand beach, this hidden place in Bali offers various activities, believe in fishing, swimming, snorkeling, diving or just relaxing while enjoying the beauty of the beach while drinking coconut ice.
The distance from Padangbai to Lombok is not too far and can be reached by speed boat for one and a half hours. [antaranews/photo special]