7 Stunning Beaches & Viewpoints Near Mawun Valley Farm
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7 Stunning Beaches & Viewpoints Near Mawun Valley Farm

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South Lombok is blessed with some of Indonesia's most pristine coastline — turquoise waters, powder-white sand, and dramatic cliffs. The best part? Staying at Mawun Valley Farm puts you within minutes of all of it.

🏖️ 1. Mawun Beach — Your Backyard Paradise

📍 3 minutes from Mawun Valley Farm

This crescent-shaped bay is essentially your backyard when staying at the farm. Calm, sheltered waters make it perfect for swimming any time of day. Come early for a peaceful sunrise swim when you'll often have the beach to yourself.

Best for: Swimming, sunrise sessions, relaxed beach days, jet skiing

🏝️ 2. Tampah Beach — The Local Secret

📍 5 minutes from Mawun Valley Farm

Just around the headland from Mawun, Tampah Beach remains blissfully quiet. This is where local fishermen launch their boats — experience an authentic slice of coastal Lombok life.

Best for: Solitude, photography, watching local fishermen

🌊 3. Lancing Beach — Surfer's Corner

📍 6 minutes from Mawun Valley Farm

Lancing Beach draws surfers from around the world with its consistent breaks. Even if you're not surfing, it's worth visiting to watch the action from the clifftop or beachside warungs. Also home to Skylancing paragliding!

Best for: Surfing, watching surfers, paragliding, cliffside views

💎 4. Areguling Beach — The Hidden Gem

📍 10 minutes from Mawun Valley Farm

The rough access road keeps the crowds away. What you'll find is a wild, unspoiled beach with dramatic rock formations and powerful waves. Perfect for photographers seeking something raw and real.

Best for: Photography, exploring, solitude seekers

✨ 5. Selong Belanak — The Instagram Famous One

📍 15 minutes from Mawun Valley Farm

This long stretch of white sand is arguably South Lombok's most photogenic beach. Gentle waves make it perfect for beginner surfers, with board rentals plentiful along the shore.

Best for: Beginner surfing, long walks, beach bumming, photography

🌅 6. Bukit Merese — Sunset Viewpoint

📍 20 minutes from Mawun Valley Farm

For the best sunset in South Lombok, head to Bukit Merese. This grassy hilltop overlooks Tanjung Aan's twin beaches and offers 360-degree views of the coastline. Arrive an hour before sunset for the best experience.

Best for: Sunset watching, panoramic views, photography, picnics

🪄 7. Ashtari — Magical Ocean Views

📍 15 minutes from Mawun Valley Farm

Perched high in the hills above Kuta, Ashtari offers what many consider the most breathtaking ocean views in all of South Lombok. This restaurant and yoga retreat sits at the perfect elevation to see the entire coastline spread out below. Come for breakfast, stay for the view.

Best for: Breakfast with a view, yoga, coffee dates, photography

Planning Your Beach Day

  • 6:00 AM — Sunrise swim at Mawun Beach
  • 8:00 AM — Breakfast at the farm or Noni's Cafe
  • 10:00 AM — Surf lesson at Selong Belanak
  • 1:00 PM — Lunch at Ashtari with magical views
  • 3:00 PM — Explore Areguling or Tampah
  • 5:30 PM — Sunset at Bukit Merese

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