Enjoy the Beauty of Nature @ Mangkai Island

Mangkai island is one of the outermost islands that located in the group of Anambas Islands. This hilly island is having white sandy beaches and rocky land. On the next to Mangkai island there is also a small Mangkai island in smaller size. The island is inhabited only by the lighthouse keeper and the Navy.

Administratively, this islands are part to the area of Keramut village, Jemaja districts, Natuna Regency, Riau Islands province. The island is located in the Natuna Sea and it borders to Malaysia.

Limbungan Lake, Riau

Limbungan lake was originally just a water dam for irrigation purposes. Since the location is surrounded by hills with beautiful natural scenery, this artificial lake developed into a tourist attraction of water for the residents Pekanbaru City and surrounding areas. This place is crowded on Sundays and other holidays.

Beautiful natural panorama and cool air to make visitors comfortable and peaceful to be there. Metal frame like a suspension bridge located on the lake adds to the beauty of the region. Visitors can use a motor boat or canoe to paddle around the lake is surrounded by green hills, so it is suitable as a tourist destination tirta.

Abang Island near Batam, Rare Coral Reefs in Crystal Clear Waters

Beautiful underwater gardens featuring fascinating coral reefs decorated with various shapes, sizes, and colors of many sea creatures, that is the view that awaits snorkelers and divers under the crystal clear waters of Abang Island, south of Batam in the province of the Riau Archipelago.

Abang Island is surrounded by many other small islands, most of which are conservation areas for coral reefs, while the main island of Abang only measures around 10 square kilometers. With relatively shallow waters –around 15 to 18 meters deep- this fascinating underwater wonder is a perfect spot for both diving and snorkeling. Its beauty is often compared to that of the waters around Komodo Island National Park, Bunaken, and Raja Ampat, since COREMAP (Coral Reef Rehabilitation and Management Programs) itself  has also designated the area as site for a special underwater coral reef observation center.

Shop Till You Drop @ Malioboro, Yogyakarta

Malioboro is the most famous street in Yogyakarta. Located in the heart of Yogya, this is the city’s main street, and was once the ceremonial avenue for the Sultan to pass through on his way to and from the Keraton. During such occasions Malioboro would be festively decorated with flowers. Some say that the name Malioboro” derives from the name of the British governor Marlborough from the era when Britain ruled the archipelago, between 1811-1816.

Near the north gate of the Keraton or palace are grand Dutch colonial buildings that are now the Central Post Office and the Bank Dagang Negara. Walking further north is the well laid out State Guest House, which was once the home of the Dutch Resident, but which after Independence became the presidential palace when Yogya was the capital of the young Republic. President Soekarno stayed here between 1946-1949. 

Banda Aceh | Spiritual Center Among Pristine Rainforests and Underwater World

Its auspicious position on the tip of the westernmost point of the Indonesian archipelago has made the town of Banda Aceh a recognized transit point as well as a hub for education, commerce, and government. The Aceh Darussalam Kingdom was established by Sultan Johan Syah in 1250AD following the disintegration of old Hindu-Buddha kingdoms like Indra Purba, Indra Purwa, Indra Patra, and Indra Pura.

The capital city of the Aceh Darussalam Kingdom was Banda Aceh Darussalam. Following 70 years of battles with the Sultan the Dutch changed the name into Kutaraja. The town was eventually declared Banda Aceh in 1962. As one of the oldest cities that embraces Islam, daily life in Banda Aceh today is still enormously influenced by Islamic lifestyles.

Diving Tips in Sepa Island

Sepa Island became a favorite spot for divers, diving and snorkeling because it is the main activity on the island. Because the beauty of this island dubbed as ”The Paradise for Diver in Jakarta” with sea water is so clear and clean, blue-green. You can look directly into the water from the surface when the clown anemone fish peek in between. Coral reefs in these waters is also no less beautiful and adorn the beauty of the underwater variety. With condition is pristine and clean can be used to swim safely by adults and by children. In addition, the island was fit to be an exciting location for fishing activity.

Ora Beach The Beauty Of Hidden Beach In Maluku

Ora Beach is one of the best beaches found in Indonesia, located in the village of Saleman, District of North Seram, Central Maluku. The ora beach has a resort that is the only inn that stood just above Ora Beach that is Ora Beach Resort. At Ora Beach Resort, there are 6 pieces of wooden cottages with thatched roofs and every cottagenya can accommodate up to 3 people.

Mentawai Island: The Ultimate Diversity Of The Hidden Paradise

Take a trip into the wild with an adventure to the Mentawai islands. Be surrounded by tropical rainforests and immerse yourself in the traditions of the local people. While the physical distance between the mainland and Mentawai is not great, this remains one of the most isolated places in Indonesia, and was only subject to outside influences at the start of the 20th century. A long way from the world of shopping malls and theme parks, this is where travelers come to get a truly off the beaten track adventure.

Sa’dan River Rafting at Sulawesi Selatan

Sa’dan River or Saddang River is one of the longest rivers in South Sulawesi, flowing a distance of 182 km and measures 80m at its widest point, which split Toraja into two part. Saddang river is the lifeblood of the people of Toraja as it irrigates the surrounding fertile ricefields and provides water for both humans and cattle in this largely agriculture land.

The rafting challenge in Saddang River offers the range from grade 3 to grade 5. It could take two days to raft the entire rivers. Along the route the river sometimes moves slowly over flat terrains, creating an unshakeable attraction to white water rafting aficionados.

Tanjung Bira Beach – South Sulawesi

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. 

Toraja – South Sulawesi

Toraja, known as “Land of Heavenly Kings”  is undoubtedly the most popular destination in South Sulawesi. A quite simply unique town surrounded by mountains on all sides, the Toraja proves there is life after death with their elaborate ceremonies. It is a vast pretty and mostly unspoilt area of traditional villages, unique architecture and fascinating cultures. Cave graves, hanging graves, tau tau (life-sized wooden effigies) of the dead and buffalo carnage every summer. Its macabre but mesmerizing

The majority of the people still follow an ancestral cult called “Aluk Todolo” which govern all traditional ceremonies. You can start your trip from Rantepao (the central tourism area) to Kete, a traditional village where there are handicraft and unique shops. Behind the village there is a grave site on a hillside. You can see “tau tau” statue guard over old coffins. As roads are not always paved, it is necessary to use a jeep or walk if the weather is good usually between May till October.

Lake Sentarum National Park, West Kalimantan

Located in Kapuas Hulu Regency, Lake Sentarum National Park lies in the upper Kapuas River tectonic basin some 700 km upstream from the delta. The basin is a vast floodplain, consisting of about 20 seasonal lakes, freshwater swamp forest and peat swamp forest which local people call Lebak Lebung (floodplain).

The park is the best place to observe activities of the true inhabitants of the Borneo Jungle such as Orangutans, long nose monkeys, long tailed macaques, and many others in the beautiful setting of a unique lake system.

 The lakes are remarkable for their fish diversity. There are 240-266 fish have been identified, comparing the one in Europe where a total of only 195  primary fresh water fish are known. In fact, Lake Sentarum Harbour one of the world’s most divers fish fauna of any floodplain lake system. 

The water in Lake Sentrum National Park are reddish brown due to the high level of tannin from the decomposing leaves and branches of various trees. The unique water condition and the annual cycle of rising and falling water levels dominate the ecosystem and exert a strong influence on the lives of its people, plants and animals. 

Tanjung Putting National Park, Central Kalimantan

Visiting Tanjung Putting National Park is something you can try on when you want to see wild orangutans and other exotic tropical animals live freely in the jungle. The park is located in the biggest province in the island and it covers territory the size of Bali. I t is a home to a great variety of inhabitants both flora and fauna.  This is a world famous natural treasure which attracts a growing number of international visitors each year. 

The incredible jungle surrounds make this an amazing place to visit if you after a truly outdoor adventure. The orangutans are undoubtedly the best known inhabitants of the park, made famous through the work of the Orangutan Research and Conservation Program based at the Camp Leaky research station. Camp Leaky is an orangutan preserve and the site of the longest continuous study of  wild animal in the history of science. 

Pulau Kaget Nature Reserve, South Kalimantan

It is a home for Proboscis Monkey, a unique long nose monkey. Pulau Kaget Nature Reserve is located near the estuary of Barito River, which flows through the city of Banjarmasin. This island is a delta island formed by sediment of mud which grew from the river bed. Due to its fertile soil, the island creating a dense forest which became the habitat of various wildlife. 

The unique Proboscis Monkey is obviously the star of this reserve. Locally it called Bekantan, this shy creature is an endemic species which can only be found in Borneo and is known as one of the largest monkey species native to Asia. 

Derawan Island, West Kalimantan

Kalimantan occupied two-third of Borneo Island, the world’s third biggest island after Greenland and New Guinea, sharing the borders with Brunei Darussalam and the Malaysian state of Serawak and Sabah. It is the land of the Dayak people who long ago were famous as courageous warriors.   Over 200 tribes live in the island, but most well known groups are the Kenyah and Kayan in the east, the Ngaju in central region, and the Iban in west Kalimantan. 

Kalimantan is about jungles adventure. Imagine of 130 million years old rainforest, one of the oldest in the world. The Largest River is the Kapuas in West Kalimantan with a length of 1,143 km. Kalimantan has one of the longest underground rivers in the world. Deer Cave is home to over 3 million bats, with guano accumulated to over 100 meters. All of those massive nature beauty you can find it here.

The Lakey Beach, Nusa Tenggara Barat

Lakey Beach is a long, wide, palm-lined, white-sand stretch of beach fronted by reef. Located in the Hu’u Village, Dompu Regency, in the province of West Nusa Tenggara on the east coast of Sumbawa Island, its “left-hander” waves challenged every surfer to conquer. Among the world’ surfer community this beach already well-known, majority tourist comes from Australia, South America, and others.

Not as other waves, the wave in Lakey beach appears to sweep to the left direction. The uniqueness of this place, with its natural beauty has become a sensation, especially among surfing enthusiast. Aside from that, the sea breeze is fairly strong as well which supports the activities of surfing, wind surfing, or kite surfing.

Moyo Island, Nusa Tenggara Barat

Moyo Island is an island in West Nusa Tenggara, it is off the north coast Sumbawa Island. Most of Moyo is a nature reserve called Moyo Island Hunting Park, covering 22,537.90 ha, and is inhabited by macaques, wild cattle, wild pigs, barking deer, deer and several varieties of birds. The island has 2 natural reserves which are Marine Nature Park with an area of 6,000 ha located on the south part of the island and Moyo Hunting Park. The parks are managed by Natural resources Conservation Office of West Nusa Tenggara.

The main attraction of this island lies beneath the surface of the ocean. Moyo is surrounded by beautiful untouched coral reefs which are ideal for snorkeling. Swim with white tip reef sharks, dive next to blue spotted sting rays, encounter a school of tropical fish. Archeology and cultural buffs shouldn’t miss a visit to Batu Tering traditional village where you can see the remains of an extinct megalithic culture. 

Mount Rinjani National Park, Nusa Tenggara Barat

Mount Rinjani is a massive volcano which towers over the island of Lombok. It rises to 3,726 m, making it the highest second volcano in Indonesia.The park is popular for mountain climbs and trekking and represents an important nature and water catchment area. A climb to the top is one of the most exhilarating experiences you can have in Indonesia. It may not be easy but it worth and is widely regarded as one of the best views in the country. 

Around the slopes of Rinjani there are lush forests sprinkled with  waterfalls and surrounded by stunning scenery.  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’.

Kelimutu Lake, Nusa Tenggara Timur

Located some 66 km from the town of Ende or 83 km from Maumere, Lake Kelimutu was discovered by a Dutch named Van Such Telen in 1915. It is a three colored crater lake sharing the same name, Kelimutu meaning ‘the boiling lake’. Each has its own color and local name, but all are believed to be the resting place of departed souls. 

The most convenient starting point to visit Kelimutu is Moni , a village close to the Transflores ‘highway’. Whereas until not too long ago visitors had to hike all the way up to Kelimutu, there is now a paved road to a parking lot where you can enjoy a 30-minute walk through a lush forest full of bird song, before entering the lake area.

Labuan Bajo – Flores, Nusa Tenggara Timur

Recently, Labuan Bajo becomes very popular destination among international tourist as it the entry port for Komodo Island and Rinca Island, home to the famous komodo dragons. It is a small fishing site with suprisingly comprehensive tourist facilities. The town is quite small and easily be traversed on foot (in 10-15 minutes). Within few hours you can find several waterfalls, trekking and beaches.