Gunung Selong, more commonly known as Bukit Selong, offers one of the most stunning panoramic views in Indonesia. Located in the highlands of Sembalun, East Lombok, it overlooks a magnificent patchwork of colorful agricultural fields with Mount Rinjani as the backdrop.
If you are starting your journey in Bali, reaching this viewpoint requires crossing the sea to Lombok and heading up into the mountains. Here is exactly how to make the trip.
Traveling from Bali to Bukit Selong requires connecting a few different modes of transportation. Because the viewpoint is located high up in the Rinjani valley, booking transport in advance is highly recommended.
Choosing how to cross from Bali to Lombok depends on your budget and where you are staying in Bali.
Pro Tip for Bangsal Arrivals: If you take the fast boat to Bangsal, ignore the aggressive touts offering transport as you get off the boat. Walk a few hundred meters outside the port gates to book a Bluebird taxi or meet your pre-arranged driver.
Arrive Before Dawn: The true magic of Bukit Selong happens at sunrise. Try to reach the parking area by 5:30 AM to watch the golden light spill over the patchwork fields.
Bring Warm Layers: Sembalun sits at an elevation of roughly 1,156 meters. The morning air is crisp and cold, often dropping below 15°C (59°F). A light jacket is essential.
Stay Overnight in Sembalun: Because the drive from Lombok’s main tourist hubs (like Senggigi or Kuta) takes over two hours, it is best to spend a night in a guesthouse in Sembalun. This allows you to wake up locally and reach the hill just in time for sunrise without a grueling midnight drive.
Combine with Rinjani: Bukit Selong is the perfect acclimatization hike the day before you begin a multi-day trek up Mount Rinjani.
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