Known as the three exotic island in Lombok that became
one of the favorite destinations of foreign tourists. Gili Trawangan is located
in the western part of Lombok has clear sea and crisp, clean white sand, coral
reefs and a variety of fish charming.
Lots of tourists who come to Gili to enjoy the beauty of
the beach with swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing. There are many public
facilities are complete in Lombok for tourist, including hotels and inns,
restaurants, cafes, discos, and places for praying. From the mainland Lombok,
en route to 3 Gili area will take about 30 minutes.
Gili Trawangan is the furthest island among the three of
Gili. Many young people who came to Gili Trawangan because often held a beach
party with music throughout the night.
Meanwhile, Gili Meno is the right place to relax who want
to find peace and enjoy the atmosphere of the beach is relatively quiet. Gili
Meno The position is located in the middle of the third Gili. While Gili Air is
closest to the island of Lombok. Many tourists come to Gili Air with their
families. Gili Air has a number of local residents who more than other Gili.
Pulau Seribu means a "Thousand Island" consisting
of almost 128 small islands located in the Bay of Jakarta in the Java Sea. Most
of these are inhabited and can be reach in about 1 - 2 hours from Marina Ancol
by ferry or by chartered board. The surrounding reefs are home to a wide
variety of fishes, making Pulau Seribu an ideal spot for diving, Snorkeling and
fishing. Some of the islands is this group developed for tourism are Pulau
Bidadari, Pulau Ayer, Sepa, Coconut, Pelangi, Bira, Pantara, Kul-kul and Pulau
Putri. There are also cabins for tourists, besides golden beaches fringed with
coconut palms. The surrouding waters are a paradise for skin divers.They are
filles with a myriad of tropical fish, which live among the multicolored
corals. The Pulau Putri Paradise Co. has developed Pulau Putri, Pulau
Melintang, Pulau Petondang and Pulau Papa Theo as a holiday resort with
cottages, restaurants, diving and sailing facilities.
Pulau Bidadari or Angel Island
is one of the islands in Kepulauan Seribu which has attracted many tourists and
a haven for tourists who want to explore the thousand islands. Thousand Islands (Kepulauan
Seribu) are famous for its beautiful islands that were there, including Angel
Island. Angel Island is surrounded by many large trees and has a beautiful
view. Previously the island is called Pumered Island and Sakit Island, but
later changed to Angel Island inspired by islands in Kepulauan Seribu such as
Nirvana Island, the Island Princess and other islands that show the name of a
matter that relates to heaven or beauty.
The island is located between
the island of Onrust, Kelor Island, Khayangan Island and Anyer Island,
including in the South Thousand Islands sub-districts and Thousand Islands
districts. Distance from Marina Ancol to Angel Island is only about 30 minutes
by speed boat.
Pulau Bidadari is currently
one of the tourist destinations in the Thousand Islands, while also there is
another island that is well known by tourists such as Tidung Island, Pari
Island and Hope Island. When you in Angel Island you will see the natural
beauty and feel comfortable atmosphere while there. There are also many
historic relics such as inscriptions, Martello fort VOC, and cannon that once
were built in this place and also local resident’s culture are worth to look.
The island used to be an
uninhabited island until 1970, but a company called PT. Seabrezz makes this
island as a tourist destination and begins to manage it in the 1970s.
Angel Island has some of the
rare plants that are rarely found elsewhere. Some of them are peace tree
(baringtonia exelsa), Setinggi trees (pempis acidula), billowing trees,
glodokan tree, ebony tree (Diospyros maritama), and mangrove forests that
flourished on the island.
Unique building decoration
accompanied with trees and beautiful ocean views can evoke a romantic
atmosphere for you. In addition to historical relics from the Dutch colonial era the main
attraction of this island, Angel Island
has white sandy beaches with crystal clear sea water. Some rare plants such as
the tree of peace (baringtonia exelsa), billowing trees, trees Sentigi (pempis
acidula), ebony tree (Diospyros maritama), glodokan trees, some fruit trees, as
well as mangrove forests growing and well preserved on the island.
Another that, There is The
Tidung Island in the
Seribu Islands is a small island which is still part of the Jakarta Province.
One of the series beautiful islands in the Thousand Islands (Kepulauan Seribu).
Tidung Island is famous throughout Indonesia even until abroad with its natural
beauty, the friendliness of its people and the uniqueness of its tourism.
Tidung Island is consisting two main island,
Tidung Kecil Island (Small Tidung) and Tidung Besar Island (Large Tidung). Both
Tidung Island is linked by a bridge made from iron and concrete along the
approximately 0,43 miles, Jembatan Cinta or meaning Bridge of Love, which became
one of the iconic Tidung Island tours. So it’s not surprising if Tidung Island
that located in the Thousand Islands later did become a favorite for tourists
who want to spend their Island vacations, especially on weekends.
As the tourism destination, this beautiful
Tidung Island has complete facilities like; school, hospital, mosque, and many
cottage and resort rent to stay the visitors. The beach is very beautiful with
the water activities like; canoe, donut, jet ski, banana boat, and other activities
you can enjoy.
Only a short trip by fast boats or Ferry from
Jakarta, Tidung Island is a paradise amongst tropical waters.
Huge Lake Toba (inIndonesianamed Danau Toba) in North Sumatra isSoutheastAsia's Largest Lake, covering 1.146 sq km, and
so far defying efforts to measure its depth-though it is known to be deeper
than 450 m. It occupies thecalderaof a massivevolcanowhich exploded some 100.000 years ago in the
most powerful volcanic eruption ever known. Early man was probably living in
Sumatra at the time, and the scale of devastation caused by the explosion is
hard for us to imagine-equivalent to hundreds of hydrogen bombs detonating
simultaneously.
Lake Toba is one of popular
lake in North Sumatra, Indonesia. For Indonesian, it is strange if you never
heard its lake. With beautiful scenery and fresh air, you will enjoy every
second by exploring the lake. Early morning is the best time if you want to enjoy
the beauty of Lake Toba. Cool and freezing air will accompany you but that is
the beginning of your journey to explore one of beautiful lake in Sumatra
Island.
Initially, you can climb the
rock to reach the peak of mountain to watch Lake Toba from distance. At the
foot of the hill, you will see an extraordinary panorama. You will have immense
view there because you can see the stretch of blue water and buildings in the
city. It is hard to imagine if there is a perfect spot like this unless you
visit Lake Toba.
Lake Toba is located at North
Sumatra and categorized as volcanic lake. Actually, its lake is more resemble
to ocean than a lake. And when you come there, you can visit the only one
island that is situated in the center of lake named Samosir Island that has
elevate 1.000 meters above sea water and estimated formed by the explode of
Toba Mountain around 73.000 – 75.000 years ago. Because of its beauty, some
people agree if the lake become one of treasure for North Sumatra because
visitors can enjoy the group of hills and comfortable atmosphere.
If you start your adventure to
Lake Toba from Jakarta – Medan, it takes 1 hour 45 minutes. Then, you have to
continue your way to Parapat by a car for 4 hours till you arrive to the lake.
Along the lakeside, you will see so many motel or guesthouse and restaurants.
Those restaurants provide you local dishes along the street. Most of them using
clan’s name based on where they come from. Actually Batak ethnic has many
clans, such as Batak Angola, Batak Pakpak, batak Karo, batak Simalungun, Batak
Mandailing, and Batak Toba. The tastes of those dishes is resemble to Padang
food, rich of flavor, cooked by coconut milk, and spicy.
Visiting Toba Lake is not
complete if you don’t go to Samosir Island. Samosir Island is just like a
magnet and enamor for tourists. You have to cross the lake to Samosir to visit
Tuktuk and Tomok. Those are subdistrict and become a popular tourist
destination. Actually, there are many ways to reach its island. Firstly, you
can take a boat with Rp5.000 or 50 cents for 30 minutes or by ferry. But, ferry
will be available only twice a day, 08.30 and 12.00 local time. If you take a
boat you will be entertained by music. When you arrive at Tomok port at Samosir
Island, you will be welcomed by car’s owner and public transportation.
Hiring a car is the best
choice because you can travel around the island. But, you have bargain because
sometime they will charge you more expensive. For 3 hours, you can bargain
IDR120.000 or US$14. In Tomok, you have to go to 3 places, Batak Museum, Tomb
of King Sidabutar, and Si Gale-gale Puppet. The performance of puppet will be
showed together by tor-tor dancing and it will be performed by children with
music instrument. You have to pay IDR80.000 or US$9. According to the legend,
Si Gale-gale puppet made to memorize son of King Harahap named Si Manggale.
This puppets was made in order to make the king did not desperate and sad. Long
time ago, Batak ethnic considered a son as golden boy because he would continue
the family clan.
The next destination is
visiting Tomb of King Sidabutar. What is the uniqueness of its place? This tomb
is made from big rocks and carved with the shape resemble to the king’s face,
included his long hair. There, most of tourist takes the picture because few
tombs are made with this condition. After you feel enough with the tomb, next
you can explore Batak Museum. The building adopted traditional house of Batak
ethnic with red to black color and featured by Batak’s carving style. Inside
the museum, you can see traditional clothes, traditional weapons, daily
utensils, and traditional calendar. The atmosphere is rather dark and it
describes the uniqueness of Batak Museum.
After satisfied visiting
Tomok, you can go straight to Tuktuk. Tuktuk is dominated by guesthouses which
is offers you tranquility. There, you will see an art village that has
beautiful view direct to Lake Toba. You will pass rice field and villages that
sell handy craft. If you want to spend the night there, you have to pay
IDR350.000 – IDR500.000 or US$35 – US$50. You can stop by and strolling to take
the picture with the background of Lake Toba.
By speed boat, you can try to
go to other sides of its lake. This time, you will see pieces of big rock which
is hanging on the high cliffs. The magic impression will appear around the Batu
Gantung (Hanging Rock). When you come to this spot, maybe you will see lot of
kids on their boat waiting the visitors. Do you think what are they doing? Try
to throw your coins and you will see the next because they will jump into
water, diving and take the coins. Is it sounds simple for you? Surely it is not
because the depth of Lake Toba is 900 meters. It would be not easy to take the
coins. Lot of tourist enjoy to watch those boys diving and that is why they
doing it.
The first Europeans to see Lake Toba (Danau Toba) were a pair
of British missionaries, Messrs Burton and Ward, who traveled here in 1824.
They were told that the lake level rose and fell like the sea. Although much of
the area was already deforested and under rice cultivation, one area on the
eastern shore was still covered with jungle. At the time, the lake's outlet was
unknown, but eventually it became clear that the Asahan River flowed out
through a "spirit-filled" forest at what is now Porsea on the
southeastern shore.
Mount Rinjani inLombok, being the
second highest volcano in Indonesia after Mount Kerinci in Sumatra, is one of
the most popular trekking in Indonesia. This is because it offers amazing adventurous
hike that promises breathtaking view at the peak. It is also partly because of
its good location in Lombok which is many independent travelers’ favourite.
Standing at 3,726 m, Mount Rinjani is
one of the most active volcano in Indonesia, similarly toMount Bromoin
Java. It bears a caldera of 50 km square that holds a crater lake called Segara
Anak (Child of Sea), which has a natural hot spring.
Mount Rinjani
had been proposed by the government to UNESCO to be one of the world’s first
official geoparks if approved. To be awe in
nature’s best combination of beauty and danger, an active volcano that can be
so foreboding and desolate yet so beautiful. The demanding trek that requires
two days to conquer the mountain will make it all worthwhile when greeted by
the view at the summit. Weather at Mount Rinjani is like the rest
of Indonesia, divided into two seasons of dry and wet season and the
temperatures are quite even.
Part of the famous ‘ring of fire’ this mountain also holds spiritual
significance for the local people. It’s thought that the name Rinjani comes
from an old Javanese term for ‘God’.
Around the
slopes of Rinjani there are lush forests sprinkled with waterfalls and
surrounded by stunning scenery.
Within the
mountain is a crescent shaped lake, the breathtaking Segara Anak which is about
6km across at its widest point. This lake of sulfur is located 600 meters below
the crater rim. Rising from the waters of this lake is a new volcano, Mt. Baru,
which is a result of a series of eruptions during the 1990’s. Segara Anak is a
spiritual place. The Balinese come here each year and perform a ceremony called
pekelan where jewelry is placed in the lake as an offering to the mountain
spirit. The Wetu Telu people also regard the lake as holy and come here to pray
on full moon nights.
Mt Rinjani
lies within the Gunung Rinjani National Park. The park covers 41,330 hectares
and sits inside a major bio-geographical transition zone (Wallacea). This is
where the tropical flora and fauna of South East Asia meets that of
Australasia. This National Park was established in 1997 and is one of over 40
throughout Indonesia.
For visitors,
the three-day Rinjani trek route from Senaru to the crater rim, down to the
Crater Lake then on to Sembalun Lawang, is considered one of the best treks in
South East Asia. More adventurous trekkers may want to head all the way to the
summit of the volcano. This is best reached from Sembalun Lawang and takes four
days, finishing up in Senaru.
To ensure that
local communities benefit from tourism revenue, the Rinjani Trek is managed by
a partnership of National Park officials, the public and private sectors of the
Lombok tourism industry and community representatives. Community run
cooperatives coordinate the Trek at the Rinjani Trek Center (RTC) in Senaru and
the Rinjani Information Center (RIC) in Sembalun Lawang.
Revenue from
tourism activities and entry fees is used for conservation, management and
assisting the National Park with maintenance of the Rinjani Trek, thus ensuring
its sustainability. This management model is unique in Indonesia and considered
an example of best practice of ecotourism in Indonesia.
So When The Best Time To
Come ???
Best time to goisMay – Novemberduring the dry season where there is
less rain but more tourists. This is also the safest time to do trekking. Time to avoid goingis January – March when the park is
normally closed due to heavy rain. At other times, it is possible to trek Mt
Rinjani mostly due to the tropical climate but please do not attempt to climb
Mount Rinjani during lots of rain time because the path may be treacherous.
Always check out for local weather before attempting the trek. Also try to
avoid weekends if you do not want the crowd.
Another that, some
interesting destination arount rinjani are :
·Segara Anak Lake, the vast crater lake with a new cone
forming in it, called Gunung Baru
·Mulang Pakelem– the annual Hindu ceremony at the crater lake, dated
back to 18th century when the Balinese invaded Lombok. You will get to see
hundreds of white clad Hindu pilgrims sitting and praying at the lake.
·DuringRice-Planting Season, the people here would have ceremonies on Mt Rinjani and
Segara Anak lake where they would release small artificial fish made of very
thin gold into the lake.
Komodo Island, IndonesiaThe world's largest lizards live on Komodo Island,
Indonesia. These giant reptiles often exceed 9 feet in length and
can weigh more than 300 pounds.This amazing dragon is a
carnivore and lives mostly on the deer and wild pigs that inhabit the island.
They are good swimmers, and quite agile and swift on dry land.
You can't view these
creatures unless on a guided tour, accompanied by rangers. The Komodo Dragon
can smell blood from many miles away, so visitors are not allowed to bring
any food onto the island. And believe it or not, women during their menstrual
cycle are discouraged to take the tour.
Komodo National Park is located in the
center of the Indonesian archipelago, between the islands of Sumbawa and
Flores. Established in 1980, initially the main purpose of the Park was to
conserve the unique Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) and its habitat.
However, over the years, the goals for the Park have expanded to protecting
its entire biodiversity, both terrestrial and marine. In 1986, the Park was
declared a World Heritage Site and a Man and Biosphere Reserve by
UNESCO, both indications of the Park's biological importance.
The deer population
consequently increased and is now providing the komodos a more
self-sufficient and natural hunting ground than in recent history. Still,
having become used to being fed, the komodos occasionally prefer to seek out
easier prey in the vicinity of human settlements by entering villages and
hiding under stilt-houses while awaiting the opportunity to snap passing goat
or chicken. At the same time, the animals have become more aggressive towards
humans, sometimes resulting in deadly attacks. Nevertheless, the Komodo
Dragon remains a symbolic attraction of the island, drawing a large number of
visiting tourists, which provides employment and supports the local economy.
Komodo Island is
not just known for its heritage of convicts and fearsome lizards but also for
its rich marine life and excellent dive sites.
Komodo National Park includes three major
islands: Komodo, Rinca and Padar, as well as numerous smaller islands
creating a total surface area (marine and land) of 1817km (proposed
extensions would bring the total surface area up to 2,321km2). As well as being
home to the Komodo dragon, the Park provides refuge for many other
notable terrestrial species such as the orange-footed scrub fowl, an endemic
rat, and the Timor deer. Moreover, the Park includes one of the richest
marine environments including coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass beds,
seamounts, and semi-enclosed bays. These habitats harbor more than 1,000
species of fish, some 260 species of reef-building coral, and 70 species of
sponges. Dugong, sharks, manta rays, at least 14 species of whales, dolphins,
and sea turtles also make Komodo National Park their home.
Threats to terrestrial biodiversity include
the increasing pressure on forest cover and water resources as the local
human population has increased 800% over the past 60 years. In addition, the
Timor deer population, the preferred prey source for the endangered Komodo
dragon, is still being poached. Destructive fishing practices such as
dynamite-, cyanide, and compressor fishing severely threaten the Park's
marine resources by destroying both the habitat (coral reefs) and the
resource itself (fish and invertebrate stocks). The present situation in the
Park is characterized by reduced but continuing destructive fishing practices
primarily by immigrant fishers, and high pressure on demersal stocks like
lobsters, shellfish, groupers and napoleon wrasse. Pollution inputs, ranging
from raw sewage to chemicals, are increasing and may pose a major threat in
the future.
Indonesia’s Tourism is very fantastic. It is World
Heaven...
Small
groups of uninhabited islands rise abruptly from the sea to form a
spectacular panorama of rugged karst cliffs that tower over tiny
mushroom-shaped rocks dappled along crystal blue waters. The wild jungle
vegetation that clings to the rocks provides a stark contrast with the
powdery white beaches sprinkled nestled in secluded coves. This is
Raja Ampat, an archipelago comprised of over 1,500 small islands, cays,
and shoals located in the Indonesia’s far eastern waters of Papua.
Raja
Ampat is an archipelago located in West Papua and it is a most beautiful
Indonesian sea destination. Raja Ampat has very exotic underwater life and
panorama. for your information, 75% of fish and coral species in the world are
located in Raja Ampat. Raja Ampat Oceans is a natural ecosystem that is still
very well preserved until now. The Ecosystem are very natural and so
spectacular and become the reason why Raja Ampat called as Amazon of World
Oceans. Raja Ampat archipelago nominated as an area that listed in the Coral
Triangle. The Coral Triangle is the area that has the richest marine
biodiversity in the world. Countries included in the Coral Triangle are
Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, Japan, and Australia.
Raja
Ampat is comprised of four big islands and hundreds of dots and specks off the
fragmented western corner of New Guinea, the world's second largest island.
(Named in the 16th century by a Spaniard who thought the people here resembled
those in Guinea, West Africa.)
Raja
Ampat also boasts a startling diversity of habitats to explore above the
waters. From the stark wave-pounded slopes that drop away beneath the karst
cliffs to picturesque lagoons, staggering karst caves, and powdery white
beaches, Raja Ampat is a tropical heaven on earth.
The
high strategic value of nature and sea in Papua led this place protected by the
law of Indonesia. Raja Ampat tourism in Papua offers a number of attractions
that very popular between foreign tourists, especially diving. Diving and
snorkel activities in Raja Ampat will shows the extraordinary beauty of the
underwater world of Indonesia with it various fish and coral species that live
naturally. If you ever do diving at other beaches, then you will be so amazed
to the underwater beauty of Raja Ampat of Papua. Diving and snorkeling is
indeed the most famous tourist activity in Raja Ampat.
However,
you should know that the tourist spots in Papua also not only oceans, they also
have dense forests, a cluster of colorful limestone, various species of rare
plants, as well as sea turtle nests on the beach. If you want to see birds
Cendrawasih of Papua and its unique wildlife, you can visit the Gam Island. On
the north side of Raja Ampat archipelago there is a famous lagoon, called
Wayag. no words can describe the beauty of this place. Somehow It is hard to
describe this place. All is like a dream. Wayag has calm waters and protected
from Halmahera Sea. This location is the perfect place for the growth of marine
life. Some pregnant manta fishes and their babies can be found at this location.
Seeing
manta babies who are still so young struggle and learn swimming to follow the
parent is one of the most lovely moment. Raja Ampat is suitable for those who
want to be alone and hide from the world for a moment. Raja Ampat with its
silence will lead you to discover peace inside yourself. Perhaps you’ll find it
when looking at dusk bounce on the shimmering blue seas, or when staring at the
stars in the dark night, or perhaps when you see the curls children laughing
while enjoy eating coconut meat.
Red
Island is the one of the unique beach in Banyuwangi that popular among the community
ofEast Java. Also, is one of
the preferred destinations for foreign tourists especially sport lovers surfing
(surfing).Red Island Beach, locals often
refer to it as Pulo Merah, located in Subdistricts Pesanggaran,
Banyuwangi. Although called "Red Island", one of the attractions
in these Countries have indeed white sand is somewhat browned. But when the dry
season comes, the coastal area it will look reddish.
Red Island Beach Banyuwangi has
its uniqueness on a small hill just off shore. Against the backdrop of a ridge
200 yards and this is what causes the reddish-colored beach is known as the Red Island Beach. This
Hill is surrounded by the green plants that are able to cover the color red.
You can climb the Hill on when sea water is receding. In addition, there are
coral rocks around this small hill.
The existence of these beaches also
could not escape the mystical stories and myths around it. Red Island beach it
is believed by some people to have deposits of gold. There is also which
relates that there was a spike of Earth that can be found in the mountain that
is located across the street from the beach.The other
myth is a story that anyone can enter a cave in Red Island, will gain
sustenance in abundance. There is also which relates that there was a red glow
that is causing this red beach so that eventually was named Red Island Beach.
This coastal area is also
being supported with good facilities, including umbrella and sun loungers for
rent by the Manager. There are a number of hotels and accommodation facilities
in the coastal area of Banyuwangi on this one. Red Island beach is in line with
the beaches of Plengkung. You can relax on the beach while enjoying the coastal
breeze and watching the beautiful panoramanya. With a long coastline of up to 3
km coral rocks on the beach, this adds an exotic addition to pikatnya power
bebukitan green that looks beautiful. At noon,
you can see the beauty of sunset (sunset) on the coast of the island of red.
Sunset on the beach of this charm is beautiful. The area around the beach is
clean with a smooth sand texture. This is because, some among the travel
connoisseur considers the Red Island Beach as a wonderful combination of Kuta Beach, Legian, and Seminyak in Bali.
Red Island beach in Banyuwangi is one that is well known in East Java. This beach as one of the
preferred tourist destinations interesting family, is also a favorite place to
enjoy the sunset and winds typical of the coast, take pictures, play sand, Sun,
and so on. For admission to a coastal location, you must pay the cost of the
entrance ticket to the Red Island Beach is Rp 2,500 per person.
Many foreign tourists and
no less well among domestic Red Island beaches for surfing purposes. Waves on
the Red Island Beach is touted as one of the best in East Java and Indonesia
making it suitable for surfing. Several international surfing event ever held in
this beach.High sea waves can be seen on medio April-May and
September-December. You can learn how to surf on the beaches of the island with
an elevation of Red waves that range from 2 to 5 ft.
One of
most spectacular scenery of this place is when the sunset comes where you can
find beautiful panorama: a reddish-orange shining sky which shine behind the
Red Island. That will be a beautiful moment for everyone who see it. For you
who loves photography, don't forget to prepare your camera to capture that
beautiful moment.
Another
reason why people love to come here is because this beach has great waves to
surfing as well as Plengkung Beach (G-Land). The waves on this Red Island
different with Plengkung Beach's waves which has strong waves and only suitable
for professional surfer. Red Island got cool n safety waves which suitable for
beginner to amateur surfer with approximately two meters height. This place
also becomes a new destination for both domestic and international surfers.
There was the first international surf competition held in this beach on May
24-26th, 2013, "Red Red Island Banyuwangi International Surf Competition
2013
Green belt (green belt0) which
encircle along the coast, become a great barrier for a safer area for the
Tsunami disaster that ever occurred here, in 1993. But the enormity of the
disaster was almost obliterate the beauty of the island. But now Red Island rebounded
with its trademark: the red soil. Remarkably, the place is clean of trash and
you can find some colorful shells.
Not enough to enjoy the beauty of the
red beach, visitors might enjoy watching a professional surfer who tried to
conquer the waves of the Red Island. With its 4-5 meters high wave, it makes
Red Island frequently visited by tourists from France, Germany, and Australia.
