Travel regulations in Indonesia starting from 17th of July
By The Spot
Looking forward to visit Indonesia? You should, weather and waves has been great! Lombok begins to wake up after a period of dormancy due to the pandemic, there is an increasing number of travelers that are flying here from abroad to have a piece of the island experience.
Besides more visitors, also local businesses that have been closed for 2 years and more are starting to open up. SAME SAME included !
As the rules tend to change rapidly, we made it easy for you and put together the latest (and greatest?). Make sure that you tick all boxes when traveling to Lombok or any other part of Indonesia.
The newest regulations are published by the Ministry of Transportation’ under Regulation No. 71/2022.
The rules are set to come into effect on July 17 2022.
- Prepare your flight ticket (not to state the obvious, but, again, Murphy’s Law)
- Make sure all of your documents (e.g. ID, passport, visa) are valid.
Make sure all of your documents are in good condition - Prepare your COVID-19 vaccination documents, be it hard copy or soft copies.
To make it even more easy for you, make sure you have both, just in case.
If you happen to be a traveler who cannot get a COVID-19 vaccination jab due to medical reasons, you MUST show a doctor’s certificate from a government hospital in your country of departure - Travelers who have received at least two shots of a COVID-19 vaccine may enter without undergoing quarantine.
RT-PCR tests upon arrival will be required if your body temperature is recorded at above 37.5 degrees Celsius - If you are either unvaccinated or have only gotten the first jab, you will be required to undergo a 5-day quarantine
- Download, install, and sign up for the mobility tracking app PeduliLindungi.
New ruling for domestic flights
Domestic flights coming to Lombok per the Ministry of Transportation’s Regulation No. 70/2022.
Per this rule,
People who have received a booster jab are not required to get a COVID-19 test before flying.
People who are double vaccinated are required to show a negative antigen results taken 24 hours prior to the departure, or a negative RT-PCR result taken three days before flying.
Travelers who have only received the first jab are required to show a negative RT-PCR result taken 3 days before departure.
Travelers who have special or underlying medical conditions are obligated to show a negative RT-PCR result taken 3 days before departure as well as a doctor’s certificate from a government hospital.
Travelers between the ages of 6 and 17 who have received the second jab are exempt from testing.
Children under the age of 6 are exempt from both vaccination and testing obligations, as long as they are under the careful supervision of their parents during travel.
Last, but certainly not least, all travelers are required to download, install, and sign up for PeduliLindungi.
What are you waiting for, sun-seekers?
When and Why visit Lombok
If you’re wondering what to do in Lombok, rest assured we’ve got you covered. On our website, you will find many all-inclusive Lombok itinerary. Lombok is a picturesque island in Indonesia that forms part of the Lesser Sunda island chain. Just like the rest of Indonesia, it’s known for its wicked surf spots and white sandy beaches.
If you’re planning to visit Lombok, Indonesia, you really are in for a treat! Lombok has many different cultural traditions and beliefs, Lombok is a melting pot of excitement and stimulation.
Be prepared for a holiday in absolute paradise! Spend your days taking in different sights and smells, before heading to the beach to laze in the sun, or pick up a surfboard and catch a wave!
Whether you’re backpacking through Southeast Asia or coming specifically to Lombok island, it’s the perfect stop-off or destination for any holiday!
Best Time To Visit Lombok
While there is no right or wrong answer for when to visit Lombok, there is a time to suit everyone’s preferences. If you want to make the most of your vacation in Lombok, it’s important to know what you can expect all year round.
Lombok’s temperatures tend to remain fairly stable all year round, but the year is separated into two seasons, the wet season and the dry season. Parts of Lombok are a lot drier than Bali, this is the reason that many people come from Bali to Lombok in the wet season.
The dry season runs from May to October and is peak tourist season. The island gets packed with tourists, but if you enjoy a healthy dose of comradery, this may be the best time for you to travel to Lombok.
Wet season runs from November to March, but you can expect less than one hour of rain every day, so it shouldn’t interrupt your trip to Lombok. Prices of Lombok points of interest and accommodation will be a lot cheaper during this time, which is great if you’re on a budget.
Ferry between Gili Gede and Bali
Another day, another welcome update regarding transport between Lombok and Bali.
Marina Del Ray announced that they will be running their fast ferry between Bali, Penida and Gili Gede again. As for now the trip will be on Monday and Friday, however depending on the demand, more trips will be added.
We also received the timetable and the pricing. Please do note that departure time may change due to weather conditions. So please check with them directly when you have questions or want to inquire about an update.
| From | To | Check-in | Departure | Arrival | Journey Time |
| Serangan | Penida | 08:30 | 09:00 | 10:15 | 1h 05m |
| Serangan | Gili Gede | 08:30 | 09:00 | 11:15 | 2h 15m |
| Penida | Gili Gede | 09:45 | 10:15 | 11:20 | 1h 05m |
| Penida | Serangan | 09:45 | 10:15 | 11:20 | 1h 05m |
| Gili Gede | Penida | 08:30 | 09:00 | 10:05 | 1h 05m |
| Gili Gede | Serangan | 08:30 | 09:00 | 11:15 | 2h 15m |
Pricing for ferry between Gili Gede and Bali
Serangan ( Bali ) – Penida
One way: Rp. 300.000
Return: Rp. 600.000
Serangan ( Bali ) – Gili Gede ( Lombok )
One way: Rp. 600.000
Return: Rp. 1.200.000
Gili Gede ( Lombok ) – Penida
One way: Rp. 300.000
Return: Rp. 600.000
How to get to SAME SAME in Kuta Lombok
There are several ways to come to Lombok, to make it easier, we made a list. In case you would like to have more information, please send us an email on [email protected] and we will help you with any questions or bookings. We can also arrange transport even when you are not staying at SAME SAME.
Prices listed below are for drop of in the Kuta area.
Coming by plane to Lombok
Traveling by plane is always a good choice.
It’s safe, fast, and an economic way to travel. There are several countries that have international flights to Lombok. But there is also a lot of domestic flight coming into Lombok.
Book a driver that will await you at the airport for Rp. 200.000
The journey down to Kuta Lombok from the airport will take around 25 minutes.
We will be waiting you with some refreshments.
By ferry from
Padang Bay in Bali to Lembar in Lombok
Traveling by ferry is slow but cheap.
The ferry departs every hour from Padang Bay in Bali and it takes 5 hours to Lembar, Lombok. You can buy a ticket for the ferry from Bali to Lombok at the ticket office in the harbor.
Prices for the tickets are:
Per person : Rp. 46.000
For Children : Rp. 26.000
Motorbike < 500cc : Rp. 129.000
Motorbike > 500cc : Rp. 250.000
By car : Rp. 917.000
Book a driver directly at SAME SAME to bring you to Kuta Lombok, price for this is Rp. 400.000
The journey from Lembar to Kuta Lombok takes around 1h 30min
BY FAST BOAT FROM BALI OR THE GILIS
Fast boats departs daily and 3 times per day.
You can take a fast boat from Sanur, Amed, Serangan or Gilis. The trip takes 2 hours and you will arrive in Senggigi, the west part of Lombok.
We can arrange pickup for you for Rp. 500.000
The journey to Kuta Lombok will take around 1h 45min
BY LOCAL BOAT FROM GILIS
Local boats departs every hour from Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili meno to Bangsal, Lombok.
We can arrange pickup for you for Rp. 500.000
The journey to Kuta Lombok will take around 1h 45min
From Senggigi to Kuta Lombok by motorbike or car
If you have your own motorbike or car, it is easy to get to Kuta Lombok and you will enjoy an incredible scenery along the trip.
From Senggigi you should follow the big road to the Airport. At the airport make sure you take the road to Sengkol, this is the third exit on the roundabout. ( first is for the airport, second is the new road to Tanjung Aan ).
You will cross many villages but there are signs on the way.
If you feel lost don’t worry and ask the local people, they will be happy to help and show you the direction.
Citilink resumes flights from Bali to Lombok
Post pandemic, there aren’t many flights from Bali to Lombok and back, but this is about to changes. Citilink just confirmed that flights from Bali to Lombok are being resumed starting 7th of July 2022.
This is great news for people who want to travel from Bali to Lombok and Lombok to Bali.
At time of writing, the will be only one flight a day. But this will soon pickup !
Flight schedule DPS – LOP
Departing in Bali : 13:30
Arrival in Lombok : 14:10
Flight schedule LOP – DPS
Departing in Lombok : 14:40
Arrival in Bali : 15:20
Luggage
7kg cabin baggage and 10kg checked bagage will be included in the price.
More flights to Bali airport
As the peak tourism season is well underway in Bali, I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport celebrates the return of two more major international airlines and hits the milestone of serving 48 international flight schedules.
The increased availability of flights will be well received by the Indonesian authorities who were becoming concerned that demand for flights has been outweighing supply resulting in a slower economic recovery from the pandemic than hoped.
Since the reopening of borders in February 2022, Bali Airport has taken the time to celebrate the return of all major international airlines to the runway. Giant international flight providers like Emirates and Virgin Australia have been welcomed back to Denpasar with water cannon salutes and even a personal appearance from the island’s Governor Wayan Koster.
On Friday 1st July Ngurah Rai Airport celebrated the return of Indonesia’s national airline, Garuda Indonesia, with the resumption of first international route, Singapore to Denpasar. On Saturday 2nd July the airport was able to celebrate once again, this time welcoming the return of Philippine Airlines.
The Philippines national airline has reopened the Manila to Denpasar route, safely transporting 192 passengers from Manilla to the Island of the Gods.
The return of a direct flight to Bali from the Philippines is a significant turning point. Although Australians make up the largest proportion of international visitors, closely followed by the UK, Singapore, the USA, and India, tourism markets from neighboring countries in South East Asia should not to be overlooked.
In 2019, Bali welcomed 340,000 passengers from the Philippines who headed to the Island of the Gods for both business and tourism purposes.
The General Manager of I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Handy Heryudhitiawan, spoke with much enthusiasm to local reporters over the weekend.
He said ‘“The operation of the international routes Singapore – Denpasar with Garuda Indonesia, and Manila – Denpasar with Philippine Airlines is a positive signal that the aviation world is slowly starting to bounce back. With the addition of these two routes, currently I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport serves 46 departure schedules and 48 international arrival schedules in total’.
Of these weekly 46 departure schedules and 48 international arrival schedules are 19 different international routes to 11 countries. There are now 21 airlines serving destinations worldwide. Heryudhitiawan explained to reported that in June 2022, Ngurah Rai Airport welcomed over 365,178 international arrivals which is an increase from the previous months.
Heryudhitiawan went on to echo the hopes of the tourism industry at large to say that ‘we hope that this number [of passengers] will continue to grow along with the increasing number of routes served at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport’.
Last week Emirates Airlines resumed a daily flight schedule to Bali direct from Dubai. The carrier had resumed the Dubai-Bali route five times weekly as of the 1st May 2022 and in light of increased demand has been able to extend its scheduled offering. The Dubai-Denpasar route is not only a convenience for travelers from the United Arab Emirates but also makes it increasingly easier for European travelers to layover on their way to Bali.
The layover time from many of Europe’s major cities in Dubai, along the route to Bali, is often a little over 2-hours and breaks the trip up into two roughly 8-hour legs. Since reopening the Dubai-Bali route has carried over 29,000 passengers and completed 73 flights in a little over 60-days.
Airlines such as Virgin Australia have also been welcomed back to Bali in recent weeks and have made some exciting announcements for Australian travelers. Virgin Australia recently announced a direct Gold Coast-Bali flight schedule that will be launching in early 2023, with tickets available as of now. Currently, Virgin Australia flies directly to Denpasar from Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne.
How to register your phone as a foreigner in Indonesia
As a foreigner who plans to visit Indonesia for a short stay less than 90 days, there is no need to register your imported devices’ (cell phone, handheld computer, and/or tablet) IMEI numbers.
However, those who stay for more than 90 days may register their IMEI on arrival.
Swipe the infographics above for more information regarding IMEI registration, or simply access bit.ly/FAQ-IMEI.
For technical assistance, please contact @bravobeacukai or 1500225.
Walk in the garden
Today I walked in our garden and took some pictures. After two years, everything has grown and even now with the dry season everything is green and lush. It does look a bit messy at the moment, but our gardeners started to work hard in it.
In a few weeks, you will be able to stay in our Bamboo Bungalows and tipi tents. Waking up to bird songs and walking to the shared bathroom in our lush garden.
We hope to be welcoming you soon at our accommodation in Kuta Lombok!
Soon re-opening
After 23 months of being closed, we are no getting ready to re-open again. At the moment we are doing the giant cleanup and also some small renovations and improvements.
SAME SAME Hangout
Our bar will open foodless for the first few weeks/months, depending on supply and demand. Have you been eating at SAME SAME Hangout before and you want to enjoy one of our specialty dishes? Please do send us a message and we will prepare the dish for you!
SAME SAME Bungalows
Our bungalows will be open by 1st of august. Set in the back of our garden, you will be able to enjoy a good night in our bungalows of luxury tents ! Because we want our ecological footprint to be as small as possible, the bathroom is shared.
For 8 people, there is 2 toilets and 2 hot showers. This should be plenty !
In addition to this, we also found that there is a need for a few new things.
SAME SAME Bungalows part 2
Two of our Bamboo bungalows will be in a private part of the garden. In addition to two bungalows, there will also be a living and bathroom area. So you will be able to enjoy our bungalows in your own tropical garden!
- 2 Bamboo Bungalows
- Private bathroom / toilet
- Kitchen
- Dining area
- Sofa with TV
SAME SAME House
As at the moment, we are not able to be in Lombok full time, we also decided to do some renovations on our house, after those are completed, we will be renting our house also. Trust me, you will love it !
SAME SAME Co-working
Set behind the door of our reception, we are also preparing a co-working space with AC and desks. You will be able to work in all comfort and this area will be accessible 24/7 when you have a weekly or monthly membership!
Needless to say that we are making sure that the internet will be excellent.
We hope to welcome you very soon !
Digital Nomads, Welcome to Lombok
Lombok Island; Lush and green, surrounded by oceans, covered in jungles. Temples, rice terraces, white and moon sand beaches, waterfalls, and volcanoes.
No wonder people love it here.
In the 1970s, it was the hippies and surfers that discovered Bali. These days, while Australian still choose Bali over Lombok, European travelers start to favor Lombok.
With this, another group of people has discovered Lombok: digital nomads.
Remote freelancers, entrepreneurs and employees flock here to such an extent that Lombok is growing in popularity on the Nomad List – not just in Asia, but the whole world.
Let’s take a look, shall we?
It’s Beautiful
The first word that comes to mind when describing Bali is “green.” From jungles to rice fields, Lombok is a collection of “shades of green”, the most restful color for the human eye. Even if you’re on the island to work, all this green is like a vacation for your senses and mind.
And of course, green goes well with the almost perpetual sunshine, Volcanic hillsides,… and deep blue oceans.
No matter what time of year you go to Lombok, the warmest clothes you’ll ever need in coastal areas is a light sweater during the “cold” months between May and October.
It’s Always Warm
No matter what time of year you go to Bali, the warmest clothes you’ll ever need in coastal areas is a light sweater during the “cold” months between May and October. This is the dry season in Lombok, and temperatures at night can drop down to 21°C.
While average temperature highs range from 26 – 30°C during the entire year, the dry season is the most comfortable time of year to visit Lombok, because the humidity is at its lowest. During the rainy season from November to March, even the coastal areas swelter beneath a muggy blanket.
But if you need to cool off, you can always head into the mountainous inland areas. Here, temperatures can drop to 10°C at night – and if you’re remote enough and it’s a cloudless night, the Milky Way is spectacular.
All in all, though, you don’t need to worry about being cold in Lombok.
It’s Exciting
There’s no end of excitement and adventure to be had in Lombok. You can
- hike up a volcano,
- take a day trip to a remote lake,
- go jungle trekking,
- bathe in waterfalls,
- stroll through rice fields,
- dance the night away on the beach,
- enjoy water sports like scuba diving, snorkeling and surfing,
- experience Sasak culture up close,
- do yoga in open-air shalas,
- go white-water rafting
- take a trip to one of the smaller islands,
- bask in dazzling sunsets on beautiful beaches,
- marvel at rice fields from infinity pools, and
- delight in sea views from hilltops.
Even if you stay for a long time, Lombok never gets boring. There are always new places to explore, new adventures to be had.
And to top this all of, SAME SAME will be opening a brand new co-working space in Kuta Lombok. You can work at your own pace and time. Our co-working space will be accessible 24/7 for members.
Click here for more information on coworking in Lombok
