The beach in Tanjung
Bira is absolutely undoubted. It is clean, neat and well managed, one of tourist
destination in south part of Sulawesi. It lies in the district of Bulukumba
which is known as Butta Panrita Lopi or ‘the land of the phinisi schooners’ for
its long tradition in building these majestic crafts, the pride of the Bugis
people. Along the way to Tanjung Bira you will see tens of dry-docks where
phinisi schooners are constructed.
Activity
Swimming, diving and
snorkeling are the main activities you can enjoy in Tanjung Bira. Or you can
just merely enjoy the walking on its pristine beach with the wind blows your
hair. You can see the sunrise and sunset in only one location.
How to get there
Tanjung Bira beach is
about 200km from Makassar, the capital city of South Sulawesi. To get to this
place you can drive a rented car, taxis or simply enjoy the trip with public
transportation with only 3-4 hours trip.
To Stay
The selection of
accommodation in Tanjung Bira varies from star-rated hotels and resorts to
modest inn and even backpackers lodge. You can also find diving and snorkeling
equipment rental all over the place.