Why this ride
A dense sequence of passes, valleys and viewpoint roads. It also links naturally to Mount Rinjani UNESCO Global Geopark. Highlight: a ferry crossing to Kuta, about 35 km of water - check the timetable and book ahead in summer.
CURVESCOUT / MOTORCYCLE RIDE
Lombok Mountain and South Coast Loop
Plan this ride
- Recorded distance
- 288 km
- Riding-time estimate
- 8 h 44
- Journey
- Recorded itinerary
Distance and timing basis
The recorded total and the leg detail need reconciliation. Inspect the leg notes before using this record for timing or navigation. Stops, delays, approach and any separate return travel add time. Basis: producer-declared routed record.
Reading history stays on this device. My road watch requires a separate selection; opening it does not subscribe this ride.
Distance and riding time are measured on the routed road. Check local closures and conditions before you ride.
Access context
Verify licence, ferry logistics, volcanic alerts and local road condition. Specific flag: volcanic alerts; road works.
Seasonal context
May-Sep
Waypoint introductions and full write-ups
1. Mataram
Mataram is the capital of Lombok, the island east of Bali across a deep and swift strait, and it is a much quieter and more traditional place than its famous neighbour. The Sasak people, who make up most of the island's population, are mainly Muslim, and the sound of the call to prayer is as much a part of the day as the roar of scooters. The city is a bright, spread-out collection of markets, government buildings and long avenues, with a couple of notable temples, such as Pura Meru, built in the eighteenth century by a Balinese king who ruled the western part of the island.
Read the complete Mataram write-up.
Recorded stop-planning note
May refer to an earlier itinerary; verify against your selected route before riding.
Planning note
Mataram sits at 0 km, early in the day. Next is Kuta.
2. Kuta
Planning note
Kuta comes up 105 km in. Next is Mataram.
3. Mataram
Return visit. Read the place description above.
Read the complete Mataram write-up.
Recorded stop-planning note
May refer to an earlier itinerary; verify against your selected route before riding.
Planning note
288 km in you reach Mataram.