From Kuta a road heads west over the hills to Mawun and Selong Belanak, continuing towards Mawi and the south-west. East of Kuta the road passes Gerupuk and continues inland around to Ekas. There is no regular public transport to the beaches.
Routes at a glance
| From | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuta | Coast road west | Mawun ~20 min; Selong Belanak ~30–40 min | Scooter rental or driver |
| Kuta | East via Gerupuk and inland roads to Ekas | About 1–1.5 hours | Driver recommended |
| Lombok airport (LOP) | South-west via Penujak to Selong Belanak | About 45 minutes | Private transfer |
| Senggigi / Mataram | South through Mataram, then west | About 1.5–2 hours | Private car |
| Sekotong | South-east via inland roads | About 1.5–2 hours | Private car |
Getting around the south coast
Scooters are convenient but roads are hilly with sandy corners; ride carefully and never leave valuables on parked bikes. Many surf schools include pick-up from Kuta.
