Travel Approx 45 kms south west of Mataram, towards Lembar harbour, and you will come to the area of Sekotong. With it sparkling white sand , crystal clear blue waters and green mountains as a backdrop, Sekotong is being hailed as the "new" tourist destination for visitor to Lombok. Much of the are is still relatively unchanged exhibiting beautiful, natural landscapes and simple, traditional life style. The only word that comes to mind is "peaceful". Weather it's taking lazy walk on the longwhite beaches, soaking in the exotic sunrises and sunsets or admiring the majestic view if Mt. Rinjani, Lombok highest peak, and Mt. Agung on Bali, you will be surprised at the sense of well being that will surround you in this delightful setting.
The majority of population are Sasak people who are very friendly and polite. While strolling along the beach or just sitting back relaxing, you can watch the local bringing in the catch of the day, collecting shellfish and seaweed from the low water pools or the children happily swimming in the sea, don't forget to joint them they will relay make you feel at home! There is also a small enclave of Hindu villagers and their temple is the beach area. And they make an important contribution here too. Everyday, some where in the area, you san find a local market selling the wares and produce of the area.
Long white beaches, protected bays and the magnificent coral in the undisturbed waters of this area, make it an excellent places for swimming, snorkeling, diving, and fishing. Off shore there are clusters of small, uninhabited island with white sandy beaches and Gili Nanggu, which has some bungalows and a restaurant, is a great places to relax. Getting there is no problem. Charter boat are available from the harbor in Tawun for island hopping or fishing trips. Not far away from Sekotong is Bangko – bangko and Dessert Point, a worlds renown surfing destination. Its accessible by road or boat.
Generally accommodation here is basic but there are plans a foot for more up market villas and bungalow. Bar and Restaurant also under construction. Lombok's plans for the near future of a new International airport in Central Lombok and a connecting road to Sekotong, will make it more accessible to tourist with a wish to explore this fantastic, natural location.
