Lombok offers more than just beautiful beaches and marine tourism on the Gilis. You should also try this unique experience: living like a “local” in the authentic village setting of Bilebante Tourism Village in Central Lombok.
The friendly, tourism-conscious villagers have prepared various activities to ensure that visitors have an unforgettable experience. Anyone who comes will leave with lasting memories of direct encounters with the village’s rich culture, traditions, flavors, and local wisdom.
True to the motto of Bilebante Tourism Village in welcoming visitors: come as a guest, leave as family.
1. Become a "Village Kid"
Ready to immerse yourself in the daily activities of the locals? You can choose from a variety of activities that match your interests. Among them, you can help the community prepare buildings for the village homestay, alongside Mas Dayat, who is fluent in English, and his friends. Additionally, visitors can engage in waste management, go to the rice fields, learn the local language, and even try cooking.
2. Visit the Pasar Pancingan on Sunday
All the excitement comes together here. Visitors can get to know traditional folk dances, play with traditional children's toys, enjoy nostalgic snacks from Bilebante Village, and even try fishing and archery in the style of the Prophet Muhammad.
3. Explore the Rice Fields
The stunning view of the rice fields and plantations with Mount Rinjani in the background is a treat for the eyes during your visit to the village. For that reason, try exploring the village by bike or ATV. Guaranteed, your body and soul will feel at peace while enjoying the scenery. Oh, and the beauty of the sunset over the rice fields is just as breathtaking as the one at the beach!
4. Spa by the Rice Fields
After exploring, you can book a spa service by the rice fields. Not only will you enjoy the aesthetic surroundings, but you’ll also get a relaxing massage! The therapists are trained by the renowned Martha Tilaar team, famous throughout Indonesia.
5. Culinary Experience
No trip is complete without trying the local cuisine. In this village, you can taste traditional dishes such as ayam merangkat (grilled chicken with typical Lombok spices) or sate pusut (beef satay wrapped around a bamboo skewer).
You can also take home some snacks as souvenirs, such as seaweed dodol and cassava chips, or kolang-kaling from Mrs. Hajjah Zaenab’s home industry. Additionally, there are delicious and healthy drink powders made from ingredients sourced from the village's Herbal Garden.
Don’t forget to add Bilebante Village to your next travel destination. The locals are ready to provide excellent service, and the Sapta Pesona is truly felt here. Especially after the Socialization of Tourism Awareness 5.0 program, the community is even more excited to welcome visitors.
Also, be sure to stop by other tourist villages in Central Lombok, so that the local tourism industry keeps developing the village’s potential.
