The question is not just "When is the weather best?" but rather "What kind of experience do you seek?". Lombok, located just below the equator, enjoys a tropical climate year-round, but the landscape and possibilities shift dramatically between the two main seasons.
For the luxury traveler, each season offers a distinct flavor. The Dry Season brings guaranteed blue skies and vibrant events, while the Green Season offers solitude, rushing waterfalls, and a landscape that bursts into emerald life.
The Dry Season (May - September)
This is the classic high season. Humidity drops, the trade winds cool the coast, and the sky is a piercing blue. It is the perfect time for high-altitude adventures and ocean escapades.
- Summiting Rinjani: This is the prime window for our VIP Rinjani Expedition. The trails are dry and the views from the crater rim are cloudless.
- Destination Weddings: If you are planning an outdoor luxury wedding, this season offers the highest certainty of rain-free days.
- Pink Beach: The sun is intense enough to make the pink sands of Tangsi Beach glow vividly against the turquoise water.
The Green Season (October - April)
Often misunderstood, the 'Green Season' is a favorite among expats and repeat visitors. While it rains, showers are usually short, sharp, and followed by sunshine. The dust settles, and the island transforms into a lush jungle paradise.
- Waterfalls: Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep are at their most majestic. The volume of water is thunderous, creating a spectacle of nature's power.
- Total Privacy: The crowds disperse. You can enjoy the Secret Gili Islands with almost zero other tourists. It feels like your own private archipelago.
- Wellness: The soothing sound of rain makes it the perfect season for a wellness retreat. Yoga in an open pavilion while a tropical storm passes is deeply meditative.
The "Shoulder" Sweet Spot
For the savvy traveler, the transition months of April and October offer the best of both worlds. You get the green landscapes left over from the rain, but with increasingly stable sunny weather. Hotel availability is better, and the island feels calm yet vibrant.
Whatever season you choose, our team adapts the itinerary to ensure comfort. Design your seasonal escape with us today.
