About Selong Belanak
Selong Belanak is a crescent-shaped white-sand beach in Praya Barat, Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. Located on Lombok's southern coast, it is known for its shallow turquoise water, gentle waves ideal for beginner surfing, and backdrop of green hills. The beach retains a traditional fishing village character with outrigger boats and water buffalo, offering a relaxed setting for swimming, surf lessons and coastal scenery.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a wide, curved bay with soft white sand and shallow, clear turquoise water bordered by low green hills. The beach is lined with traditional fishing outrigger boats, warungs, sun loungers and surf rental stalls. The eastern and western headlands offer elevated viewpoints. The atmosphere is relaxed and open, with areas for swimming in the shallows, beginner surf lessons, beach walking, photography and observing local fishing activity and buffalo grazing near the shore.
Key highlights
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Long crescent-shaped bay with white sand and shallow turquoise water
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Gentle, consistent waves ideal for beginner surfing and surf lessons
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Scenic green hills framing the bay with viewpoints on both ends
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Traditional Sasak fishing boats and water buffalo on the beach
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Calm shallow area suitable for swimming and wading