Lombok Strait

The Lombok Strait is a maritime channel between Bali and Lombok that connects the Bali Sea with the Indian Ocean. The waterway has significant depths that make it an important route for international shipping traffic.

The deep channel formed through continental movements and shaped the landmasses on either side. This geological process created different habitats and species on each bank.

Fishing communities in the region practice traditional catching methods while working alongside modern shipping traffic and marine protection efforts. Their daily work shows how local traditions adapt to contemporary navigation demands and environmental care.

The passage is regularly used by large cargo ships, especially when other routes are blocked or too shallow. Visitors can observe the strait from the coasts of Bali or Lombok or join guided boat tours.

The passage marks a natural boundary that separates Asian and Australian animal species and shows visible differences in wildlife. Scientists recognize this line for its importance in understanding the region's biological diversity.