Bat Kuta Lombok-Bangkang cave (full guide)

Bat Kuta Lombok-Bangkang cave (full guide)

The bat cavity of Kuta Lombok, also known as Bangkang cavity, is a small cave system on the slope behind Kuta Lombok. Although it is not the most popular tourist destination in Kuta Lombok, the Bangkang cave is still a cool place that you should see, especially if you are on the way to the beaches along the coast.

In this blog post, I explain how to get to the Lombok bat, which awaits you and some photos of my trip.

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Location of the bat cavity in Kuta Lombok

Kuta Lombok Cave Price: 25,000 Ruipahmotorrad rental price in Lombok: 50,000 Rupiah

The strange thing about the Kuta Lombok bat is that there are actually three caves that claim the same name; Bangkang cave.

The first is called Goa Bangkang Prabu, the second is Goa Puwun (or Mystical Neverland) and the third is Goa Sumur. You will all find them in the same area and no matter which one you choose, you will see thousands of bats.

The Lombok bat cavity, whose visit I recommend, is located next to a construction site for a new resort on the main street. Visiting the main cave system (Mystical Nervland) costs 60,000 Rupiah, while the Bangkang cave I visited only costs 25,000 and contains a local guide.

From the main street in Kuta Lombok, it is only a short 10-minute scooter ride up the slope up to the bat cavity of Kuta Lombok. The easiest way is to find it by entering "Goa Bangkang Prabu" in Google Maps. Follow the instructions and look for a small wooden shield on the left.

TIP: The best way to move on Kuta Lombok is to rent a motorcycle. Avoid Feilschen and get a fair offer and a local price by booking online at Klook.
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What you can expect in the bat cavity of Kuta Lombok

As soon as you arrive, you are greeted by friendly local guides who are honestly about the admission price. I was a little careful and asked if the admission price contains a guide, which he told me.

The first cavern is a high and wide system that leads to smaller, narrower tunnels. Unfortunately, these are closed to the public. Here you can see thousands of bats that rest on the roof.

Take a careful manner while the bats use them for target exercises. There are also beetles and cockroaches on the cave floor everywhere, but what do you expect from a bat cave?

Near the entrance to you lead your guide into a larger cave with a shaky bamboo. Here you can also see thousands of bats and with a little luck a few incredible rays of light.
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What is the best time for a visit?

Best time to see cave light rays: 4-17 p.m. Best time to see bats fly: 5:30 p.m. - sunset

The best time to visit the Kuta Lombok bat cavity depends on what you want to see. At the place I mentioned, the spectacular light rays usually occur later in the afternoon, around 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. In the mystical Nerland cave is the best time to see light rays around noon.

At both caves you can watch the nightly spectacle of thousands of bats that leave your caves for hunting. It is a rather incredible sight when you see how the setting sunset sky is temporarily black from the sheer number of flying creatures.
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See also: Viewpoint Bukit Merese Hills at sunset

kuta lombok accommodation near kuta bat cave

where in Kuta Lombok

My accommodation - Banana Homestay for $ 9 per night you can get a double room with air conditioning and free breakfast. The wifi here is fast and the owner is very friendly and courteous. He gave me a free papaya from his garden every day. Although it is somewhat away from the main street, the owner will sort them out with a motorcycle for 50,000 a day.
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Best Value Hostel-Merendeng Hostel If you are looking for a hostel atmosphere, you are the right place at the Merendeng Hostel. You can find yourself in an air -conditioned dormitory with WLAN and a view of the garden for just $ 6 per night. The accommodation is only 600 m from the Kuta Beach and near many restaurants, local warning and supermarkets.
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Kuta Lombok Favorite - Origin Lombokorigin has a swimming pool with a sun terrace and lush gardens to relax. This place is centrally located and has its own restaurant. Certainly one of the best picks in Kuta Lombok!

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