Visiting Benang Kelambu & Benang Stokel Waterfalls

Benang Kelambu and Benang Stokel give you Lombok’s best kind of day out: cool mountain water, sacred sites, and a private car between them. The waterfalls sit below Mount Rinjani, while Lingsar Temple offers a rare look at Hindu and Islamic Wektu Telu traditions sharing one holy complex.

I like the private format, since your group can keep the day at a sensible pace, and I like that the $50 price covers transport, guide services, parking, entrance fees, and water. The main thing to consider is the seven-hour schedule: waterfall time is listed as 90 minutes, so this is an introduction rather than a long waterfall hike.

The strongest part of the day is the mix. You are not spending all seven hours in a vehicle or at one attraction. Lingsar Temple and the Islamic Center provide cultural context, then Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu bring the day outdoors with two different cascades.

Key points at a glance

• Two waterfalls below Mount Rinjani: Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu are the main natural attractions, with water supplied by a river upstream on the mountain.
• Lingsar’s unusual religious setting: The temple has existed since 1714 and connects Hindu worship with Lombok’s Islamic Wektu Telu tradition.
• A private seven-hour outing: Only your group takes part, with pickup offered and an air-conditioned vehicle included.
• Good value at $50 per person: Parking, entrance fees, bottled water, and a local guide are included, while lunch is extra.
• A moderate physical day: You should be comfortable walking around the temple and waterfall areas, though the supplied details do not specify trail length or stair counts.
• A useful cultural stop in Mataram: The Islamic Center Mosque is described as the biggest mosque in Lombok and adds a modern religious landmark to the route.

What the seven-hour Lombok outing feels like

The tour begins at 8:30 am and lasts about seven hours. That timing gives you a full daytime excursion without turning it into a late-night return, though the exact pickup location and drive time should be confirmed when you book.

The experience is private, not a large shared bus trip. That matters in Lombok, where roads and sightseeing stops can make a fixed group schedule feel tight. You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, and the price includes parking, entrance fees, bottled water, and a local guide. You pay separately for lunch.

At $50 per person, the value depends partly on how many people are in your group. For a couple, it is a reasonable price for a full day with private transport and several included costs. For a larger group, the same fixed private setup may feel even better value if the per-person rate remains available. Group discounts are offered, so ask about the exact price before confirming.

A local guide adds the most value at Lingsar Temple, where the religious story is more complex than a quick photo stop suggests. The guide can also help connect the waterfalls to the wider Rinjani area. One review praised the guide’s strong knowledge of local places and attractions, so I would treat the guiding as an important part of the experience, not just a way to reach the entrance gates. No guide name is provided, so you should not book expecting a particular person.

Lingsar Temple and the Wektu Telu tradition

Your first stop is Lingsar Temple, described as one of Lombok’s oldest sacred sites. It dates from 1714 and was built during the rule of Ketut Karangasem’s successor. The most interesting fact is not simply its age. Lingsar is presented as a shared religious complex connected with both Hinduism and Islamic Wektu Telu.

That combination gives the stop real purpose. You are not just ticking off an old building. You are seeing a place tied to Lombok’s layered religious life, where local traditions do not fit neatly into a single category. A guide is especially useful here because the meaning of the site may not be clear from the architecture alone.

The planned visit lasts 30 minutes, with admission included. That is enough for an introduction, some explanation, and time to look around. It is not enough for a slow, detailed study of every corner, so keep your expectations sensible.

Dress and behavior should be respectful at any sacred site. The supplied information does not give a specific dress code, but modest clothing is the practical choice for a temple and mosque visit. Follow any instructions from your guide or site staff, especially about where you may walk or take photographs.

The Islamic Center Mosque in Lombok

The second stop is the Islamic Center Mosque, described as the biggest mosque in Lombok. You have 30 minutes here, also with admission included.

This stop changes the tone of the morning. Lingsar reflects a long-established local religious tradition, while the Islamic Center presents a major Islamic landmark in a more contemporary setting. Together, the two stops help you see that Lombok’s religious identity is not represented by one building or one tradition.

A half-hour visit is brief, but that is probably the right amount of time within a day that also includes two waterfalls. You can see the mosque, take in its scale, and hear the basic local context without using up the time needed for the natural stops.

The mosque is still a place of worship, so treat it as such rather than as a casual sightseeing venue. Ask your guide about entry expectations when you arrive. The tour data confirms the stop and included admission, but it does not specify access to every interior area or any required clothing.

Benang Stokel, the first waterfall stop

The waterfall section is listed as a 90-minute visit covering both Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu. The name Benang Stokel means a bundle of thread, a fitting image for falling water gathered into separate strands.

Benang Stokel has two levels, each reaching about 20 meters high. Its water comes from a river upstream on Mount Rinjani, giving the stop a clear connection to the mountain rather than making it just an isolated roadside cascade.

The supplied details do not state the walking distance from the vehicle, the number of steps, or whether swimming is permitted. That uncertainty matters. You should plan for some walking and bring shoes with a reliable grip, but you should not assume a long trek or a swimming session. Ask the local guide about current footing and water conditions on the day.

The 90-minute allocation is shared by both waterfalls. If you enjoy taking photographs, move with purpose. You will have time to see the pair, but not unlimited time to sit at one cascade while ignoring the other.

Benang Kelambu and the Rinjani foothills

Benang Kelambu is the second waterfall in the pair and one of the tour’s main reasons to leave the cultural sites behind. It is grouped with Benang Stokel as one of the two notable waterfalls south of Mount Rinjani.

The name, setting, and water source make this more than a generic nature stop. You are seeing water that comes down from the Rinjani area, and the two cascades give you a chance to compare different forms of the same mountain-fed environment.

The tour description calls both waterfalls magnificent, but the practical information is limited. There is no stated promise of a guide-led hike, changing area, picnic, or extended time at the water. I would book this outing for scenery and a compact visit, not for a full day of swimming or serious trekking.

Your moderate physical fitness should be enough for the advertised plan, but the wording is important. This is not presented as a fully accessible sightseeing stop. If steep paths, uneven ground, or prolonged walking are difficult for you, ask for current trail details before booking.

Why the private vehicle changes the day

A private tour can be a major advantage in Lombok. You are not tied to strangers who want different photo stops, and your group gets the same driver and local guide throughout the day. The air-conditioned vehicle also gives you a cooler break between outdoor visits.

Pickup is offered, and the listed start time is 8:30 am. The information does not name every pickup zone, so confirm that your accommodation is covered. It also does not give a precise door-to-door driving time. The overview describes the waterfalls as about one and a half hours from the starting area, but the exact journey depends on where you are collected.

The private format does not mean every stop will be leisurely. You still have three main visits inside a seven-hour window, and the waterfall portion is limited to 90 minutes. I would use the flexibility for small adjustments, such as allowing a few extra minutes at the temple if its religious background interests you, rather than expecting a completely open schedule.

What is included, and what you still need to plan

The package includes:

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Bottled water
• Parking fees
• Local guide fee
• Entrance fees

Lunch is not included. Plan either to buy it along the route or ask the provider what food options are practical for the day. Since the tour begins in the morning and runs for about seven hours, carrying a small snack may also be sensible, though the supplied details do not identify specific food stops.

You should also bring comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for religious sites. Those are practical suggestions rather than listed inclusions. The tour provides water, but it does not say that towels, swimwear, lockers, or other waterfall equipment are supplied.

The admission fees being included make the $50 price easier to judge. You do not need to keep adding small entrance charges at each stop, and parking is already handled. The biggest extra cost is lunch, plus any personal purchases.

Who will get the most from this tour

I would recommend this day to you if you want a broad introduction to Lombok rather than a single-purpose waterfall excursion. It combines religious heritage, a major mosque, and two natural attractions without requiring you to arrange separate taxis or entrance tickets.

It suits couples, families with older children, and small groups that value privacy. The private format is also helpful if your group wants explanations about local culture instead of simply being dropped at a viewpoint.

You should think twice if your top priority is a long hike, extensive time in the water, or a slow photographic study of the falls. The schedule gives you only 90 minutes for both waterfalls, and the physical details are not specific enough to promise a particular kind of trail.

The day also suits people who want cultural context but are not ready to commit to a major Mount Rinjani trek. You get a look toward the mountain’s water system and foothills without signing up for a multi-day climb.

A note about Narmada Water Palace

The wider description of the experience also refers to Narmada Water Palace. It was constructed in 1805 by the King of Mataram as a replica of Mount Rinjani’s summit and crater lake, after the old king could no longer climb the 3,726-meter mountain.

That is an interesting piece of Lombok history, but Narmada Water Palace is not one of the three stops specified for this seven-hour outing. If seeing the palace matters to you, confirm the route before booking rather than assuming it is included. The listed visits are Lingsar Temple, the Islamic Center Mosque, and Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu.

Booking, fitness, and cancellation advice

Confirmation is provided at booking, and the activity is described as suitable for people with moderate physical fitness. Because the waterfall section may involve walking over uneven ground, ask the provider for current trail information if you have mobility concerns.

Free cancellation is available when you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. A cancellation made less than 24 hours before departure is not refunded, and changes inside that same window are not accepted. That policy is worth noting if your Lombok plans depend on weather or changing transport arrangements.

The tour has a 4.5 rating from four reviews, a small sample that should be read as encouraging but not definitive. The most clearly praised feature is the guide’s local understanding and explanation of the places visited. That fits this route well, since Lingsar’s shared religious traditions need more context than a signboard can provide.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want one private day that combines Lombok culture and nature. The included transport, entrance fees, parking, water, and guide services make $50 per person a fair price, especially for a small group or anyone who prefers not to arrange separate rides.

Skip it if you want a dedicated waterfall day with hours at the cascades. For everyone else, the balance is appealing: Lingsar gives the outing a strong cultural center, the Islamic Center adds a second religious perspective, and Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu finish the day with Mount Rinjani’s cool mountain water.

FAQ

What is the price of the Benang Kelambu and Benang Stokel tour?

The price is $50 per person. Group discounts are offered, so ask for the current group rate when booking.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts about seven hours. It begins at 8:30 am.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is offered. The provided details do not specify every pickup area, so confirm that your accommodation is covered.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group takes part in the activity.

What sites are included?

The planned stops are Lingsar Temple, the Islamic Center Mosque, and Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu Waterfalls.

Are entrance fees included?

Yes. Entrance fees, parking fees, the local guide fee, bottled water, and an air-conditioned vehicle are included.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included in the tour price.

What level of fitness is required?

A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended. The supplied details do not specify the waterfall trail length or number of steps, so ask the provider for current walking information if needed.