In addition to Raja Ampat, Papua also has another natural charm that is not less beautiful ie Lake Sentani. One thing that became a tourist spot is so interesting is the existence of 22 islands located around the lake. Although it has been authorized to become a tourist attraction, the natural scenery around the lake is still well preserved. This is what increasingly increase the interest of tourists to set foot in this 9,360 hectare lake. Because of the mangrove forest and its undeniable biota of marine life, Sentani Lake has always been a favorite dive place for travelers. If interested, come in June, because every June here is regularly held Lake Sentani Festival, where you can see the Dance War typical of the people of Papua.
Saturday, March 10, 2018
Raja Ampat
The Raja Ampat islands in West Papua save great tourism potential. It is said that this tourist place is the best underwater diving location in the world because of the diversity of fauna and its underwater flora. According to researchers, 75% of the total coral reefs around the world are found in Raja Ampat. No wonder that many foreign travelers are crazy about the beauty of Raja Ampat tourism. If visiting here, try staying at the pinisi ship located on the location. Although the price is quite expensive (Rp100 million for 14 people for a week), you will get an unforgettable travel experience. Access to Raja Ampat is quite easy, from Domine Eduard Osok Airport in Sorong, the journey continues by using public transport to Sorong Port. Do not forget, here you have to register to get into Raja Ampat tourist area. From Port of Sorong, you can board the people's boat to the capital of Raja Ampat and look for cheap lodging there. Well, to get to the dive site, you can rent a speedboat provided around the location.
Halmahera
In addition to Bunaken Marine Park, there is one beautiful spot to see the beauty of marine life and coral reefs in Indonesia, namely in the Halmahera Islands. Its natural beauty is still maintained until now makes Halmahera called the best dive location ever. Exceptionally, of the approximately 450 species of coral reefs present, 56% are present in Halmahera. Interesting, is not it? No wonder that this one tourist spot is always a jujugan for anyone who hobbies spend time looking down the natural beauty under the sea. One of the beautiful islands in Halmahera is Bobale Island. This small island is surrounded by a stretch of white sand and sea water are clear blue. Despite its small size, the island is officially managed by Halmahera Tourism Service is still a favorite location for many tourists to dive, snorkel, or just spend time playing sand on the beach. Especially for you who want to feel the sensation of diving in Halmahera, come in October to May. Surfers are advised to come here in November and December, when the ocean waves are at their highest point.
Pantai Ora
For newlywed couples who are still confused to determine the exact location of the honeymoon, try to come to Ora Beach in Maluku. This beach has a view that is so exotic. The clear sea water and white sand with a solid limestone cliff background, and the location of the beach covered with lush tropical trees will make the atmosphere more romantic honeymoon. Not only beautiful, this tourist spot is also very quiet because of its location is quite remote and far from the city center. For those of you who plan to spend vacation time in Ora Beach, bring enough cash because around the location there is no ATM. In addition, here is also only one restaurant, therefore tourists are advised to bring their own food or snacks.
Taman Laut Bunaken
Indonesia has many marine parks with beautiful scenery, one of them is Bunaken Marine Park located in North Sulawesi Province. This park itself is a conservation area of coral reefs and other marine biota with an area of 890.65 km which is used as a tourist spot and opened to the public. Because it is located on the triangle of coral reefs, here we will easily find 390 species of coral reefs and 90 species of fish, reptiles, mammals, and molluscs. All the underwater beauty can be enjoyed by snorkeling. Until today, Bunaken Marine Park is still a major tourist destination that should not be missed when visiting Manado. A little advice if you want to visit here, come around May to August because in the months the sea water is very clear and warm temperatures.
Pantai Dato Majene
The land of Sulawesi does save a million natural beauty that will never be consumed, one of them is Dato Majene Beach which is 7 km drive from the center of Majene City. Not only decorated with white sand tapestries and sea water that is blue so druggish anyone who travel to this rocky and hilly beach. When vacationing here, there are many exciting activities you can do, such as swimming, playing sand, snorkeling, fishing, and enjoy the beautiful sunset from behind the hill.
Taman Nasional Kepualauan Togean
Perhaps many still do not know the interesting tourist attractions in Central Sulawesi this one-Togean Islands National Park. In fact, this archipelago is a famous place rich in coral reefs and marine biota are rare and protected. Therefore, the beach area in the archipelago is perfect if used as a diving point or just snorkeling, especially on Kadadiri Island. Enough of the beauty of nature Togean just got there? Apparently not. in addition to the blue sea and white sand, the island is also covered by lush vegetation and lush vegetation, and decorated by beautiful coral hills. Beauty-beauty that makes many tourists willing to far-distance to Central Sulawesi in order to feel a little piece of heaven in the land of Sulawesi.
Wakatobi
Wakatobi is one of the districts in Southeast Sulawesi with a stunning panorama of nature. Wakatobi itself is an acronym of the names of the big islands that are there: Wanci, Kaledupa, Tomia, and Binongko. In addition to having a landscape with a charming white sandy blue beach, Wakatobi is also famous as a place where the blacksmith came from. It is said that machetes and knives made by Wakatobi residents more sharp, strong, and stainless. Therefore, this tourist spot also earned the nickname Archipelago Archipelago. Well, one of the favorite tourist attraction here is Hoga Island. This island has a very beautiful scenery, beautiful, and cool because in the beach there are many coconut trees and pine. In addition, here are also many cottages with typical designs of traditional houses Buton. For you who want to honeymoon, Wakatobi Island is the right choice.
Pantai Losari
You must be familiar with Losari Beach, right? Although never set foot there, generally Indonesian people know exactly where this beach is located. Yes, in Makassar, South Sulawesi. This beach is a tourist spot that became the prima donna of the people around and anyone who visited Makassar. Here, you can sit back by the beach enjoying a breeze accompanied by a typical snack banana epe. The atmosphere of the beach will be increasingly crowded in the afternoon because Losari is a favorite place for many people to see the sunset. Although the beach, this tourist attraction does not have sand so do not expect you can build sand castles here. In addition, you are also not allowed to swim here because the beach is quite deep.
Taman Nasional Gunung Kelimutu
Satisfied exploring NTB, now we continue the exploration to NTT. East Nusa Tenggara also has a tourist attraction with a panorama that is not less amazing than NTB, you know, one of them is the Kelimutu Mountain National Park. This park consists of rolling hills and mountainous, with Mount Kelibara as high as 1731 meters as the highest peak. In addition, here also there are Mount Kelimutu and 3 color lake located at the top of Mount Kelimutu itself. One interesting thing, the public around the alleged color difference in every lake puddle is something sacred, so do not be surprised if here are still often held special ceremonies or rituals complete with sesajinya in frames for salvation and blessing.