The journey from the tranquil enclaves of Sekotong and Gili Gede to the renowned surf beach of Selong Belanak is a captivating coastal traverse, typically taking around one and a half hours, which showcases the contrasting beauties of Lombok's southwestern and southern shores. The trip begins with a short boat transfer from Gili Gede back to the mainland dock in Sekotong, re-entering the world of winding asphalt roads. Initially, the drive heads east along the scenic peninsula road, offering final, breathtaking vistas of secluded bays and the many small, rocky islands (Gili Nanggu, Gili Kedis) that dot the azure waters. The atmosphere is one of relaxed departure, passing through quiet villages where fishing boats are repaired on the sand. As the peninsula ends, the route merges onto the main southern highway near Gerung. Here, the landscape undergoes a dramatic shift; the lush, sheltered coastal greenery of Sekotong gives way to the wide-open, arid plains and iconic rolling limestone hills of South Lombok, dotted with lontar palms and hardy scrub, signaling the entry into a wilder, wind-swept coastal region.