Friday, October 21, 2011

Will Nyaingi Rupat island island resort of Bali

Attraction is one of the icons to promote and improve the economy of a region. One of the attractions that catch the attention of the government of the island Rupat, especially North Rupat Bengkalis located in Riau province with incredible natural potential to boost the economy Riau province at the national level.


In Rupat there is an area with white sand beach stretches along 17 km adjacent to the Strait of Malacca so that makes it a strategic location for the development of the tourism sector. With that, the central government this year include the North Island became one Rupat new locations nationwide tour in Indonesia after the success of the tourism island "Gods of Bali". Hopefully with the inclusion of the North Island Rupat this as a national tour will lead investors to develop the tourism potential.
One of the areas closest to the island by the City Dumai Rupat previously traveling from Dumai to the community and vice versa Rupat of Rupat to Dumai use of sea transport, the government now Bengkalis District has operated ferry crossings (ro-ro) so that both local community activities (Dumai & Rupat) can run smoothly, can also use cars and motorcycles to travel with ro-ro operation is accompanied with little cost.



Mayor Dumai "Zulkifli U.S." states when Rupat become a national tourism area will be very beneficial, especially if Dumai has become the industrial park, this will be enormous when combined. According Prof.Dr.Windu (tourism consultant from UGM) said "The island Rupat incorporated into the 2010 National Tourism development master plan with 56 regions and 217 tourist area that spread in Indonesia". His team has conducted a review direct and natural result of existing potential in the island Rupat very promising. "The potential of existing tourism should either use the funds we keroyok budget and the Budget" he said as quoted by Metro Riau.

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Bunaken marine park

Bunaken National Park are among the 10 most popular diving places in the word.surrounding Bunaken island there are 12 diving points.This point is often visitied by foeign tourists into the coolest place to dive with underwater beauty,beacause there is a steep decline in coral wall and into the food of the fish,caves and indentations which is amazing.








How To Reach th location : Bunaken National Park can be reached via the port Manado,Marina Nusantara Diving Center ( NDC ) in the district of Molas and Marnina Blue Banter.From Port Manado using motor boats to the island can be reached siladen +20 minutes +30 minutes Bunaken island,island Montehage +50 minutes and +60 minutes Nain island.From Blue Banter Marina with a yacht that is availabe to the tourist area on the island of Bunaken are within 10-15 minutes,while from the port of NDS to the dive sites a Bunaken island by speed to within +20 minutes.




For those of you who do not like crowds.available rental of private boats from manado to Bunaken Bersehati Markets at a rate betwen USD 300 thousand-USD 400 tousand.Whereas if the tariffs applicable Marina Is more exspensive which is about USD 600 tousand- USD 800 tousand.

The rental price is included trips Manado-Bunaken is taken within 30-40 minutes.

Should make sure that the prices offered have covered the entire facility,so that later you will no longer be subject to other coast.
Prices are pegged to each visitor is different ,it all depends on your skill bargain prices.






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Monday, August 22, 2011

Ancient Volcano in Yogyakarta

Mount Nglanggeran is an ancient volcano about 60 million yearsold located in the region Baturagungthe northern part of Gunung Kidul Regency at an altitude of about 200-700 masl.

Located in the village Nglanggeran Patuk District, these attractions can be reached about 15 minutes or about 22 milesfrom city Wonosari.
This region is a region with litologinya reputedly composed by oldvolcanic materials and the landscape has a beauty that is very unique geology and high scientific value. Based on the results ofnumerous studies and references, Nglanggeran mountain is an ancient volcano, the existence long before the formation of MountMerapi in Sleman district.


The name comes from the word planggaran Nglanggeranmeaningful every bad behavior must be caught. Some are said, the name of the hill 700 meters altitude above sea level, withlasting meaning a safe and peaceful village.
Besides the title, the mountain is composed of many stones are known by the name of Mount Wayang because there is a mountain / rock that resembles a puppet characters. According to the Javanese traditional beliefs Mount Nglanggeran guarded byWijaya and Punakawan Ongko Kyi. Punakawan the puppet characters, namely Semar, Gareng, Petruk and Bagong.



Another belief says that Mount Nglanggeran as the Mount of Revelation because the mountain is believed to meditation as a means of obtaining revelation from God Almighty. Water from the mountain Nglanggeran often taken from the Sultan's Palacecourtiers as a means to please the public peace and safety of allDIY. Not surprisingly, some people still mengeramatkan mountain.On the eve of new year Kliwon Java or Friday, some people prefer meditation at the top of this mountain.


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Parangtritis Beach

Parangtritis Beach Located 27 Km south of yogyakarta and easisy accessible by public transport to operate up at 17.00,as well as private vehicles.Afternoon before sunset is the best time to visit the most popular beach in yogyakarta.But if you arrive more quickly,it could not hurt to go up to Gembirawati behind this beach.From there we could see the whole area parangtritis beach,south sea,to the boundary horizon.


Besides well-know for its beautiful beaces are also famous for parangtritis  used as a place for the implementation of the harbor of the harbor at the ceremony held by the Keraton Yogyakarta each time. Harbor ceremony is an act of gratitude the people of yogyakarta but espesially the fisherman on the "blessing south sea" that has been given to them.in parangtritis picacara adveturous trail was conducted on a variety of offerings larungan adressed to the ruler of the ocean south of gamer Roro Kidul in the community believe has provided welfare and safety at sea in search of fortune south.






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With Money USD 3000/person we are able to enter the area parangtritis beach.


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Tanah Lot Bali

"TANAH LOT BALI" is a tourist attraction in Bali.Here there are two temples located on top of boulder.One is located above the boulder and the other is located on a cliff similar to the Uluwatu Temple.Pura Tanah Lot temple is part of dang heaven.Pura Tanah Lot sea temple is a place of worship of the gods guard the sea.



Sights lots of land  located  in the village Beraban Kediri Tabanan District,about 13 miles west of Tabanan.North of tanah lot  Temple there is a temple situated on a cliff juntting into the sea.The cliff temple connect with the land and shaped like a bridge (arch).Tanah Lot, famous as  a beautiful place to watch the sunset.tourist usually crowded in the afternoon to sea the beauty of the sunset here.



From the parking lot leading to the temple area found many art shop and food stalls or just a tavern.Also available is a toilet cleaner that the rent is cheap enough for domestik tourist bag tough.
And ticket prices are very easy to just Rp 8.000/person or $1 with exotic scenery there we were satisfield.

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Sunday, March 6, 2011

Dreamland Beach is One of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Bali


Dreamland Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Bali than Kuta beach. This beach is located in the area Pecatu, a region in the south of Bali. The beach is located not far from the Uluwatu in Bali is very famous for its beauty. The beauty and cleanliness of the beach add to the attraction of visitors, not only from domestic but also foreign tourists.

Dreamland

Dreamland was in the village of Pecatu, Badung regency, located in the southern island of Bali. You can reach this beach is about 30 minutes from Kuta Beach at Jimbaran. The beach is still beautiful and natural is located at the southern tip of South Badung. You'll find this beach on the way to the famous temple in Bali, Pura Uluwatu.

You may be puzzled why this beach called Dreamland? Other Beaches in Bali using local names, while the beach this one uses the English language that is meaningful dreamland dream land.

Turns out its origins. Perhaps, this beach called Dreamland because the region had to be built Pecatu one of the regions largest and most unique tourist center in Southeast Asia. In addition, there also will be built superluks resort combined with a tourist area that highlight the beauty and authenticity of nature and environmental conservation. Previously this area was barren and arid regions.

At the time of monetary crisis in 1998, the mega project was abandoned. However, because the locals really hope that this project is completed, with the hope that they can switch from agriculture to tourism businesses, so they named this place as a land of dreams is in English called Dreamland. Since then, this area called Dreamland.

The Beauty of Dreamland Beach

As you enter Dreamland Beach tourist area, your eyes will be enchanted by the beauty of this beach. Hilly and rugged areas that make you look as if the lower beach area on the sea. Dreamland is a beach surrounded by cliffs towering and large rocks.

When you are down the rocks and the steps to the beach, you will be dazzled by views of rock cliffs on which there is a green pasture that is high enough. Many foreign and local tourists who like to enjoy in the meadow area.

Dreamland Beach area is also very alluring eyes. You will be captivated by a whitish brown sand, clean with a steep gully. You can enjoy the beautiful sunset or sunset on a narrow coastal area directly beneath the steep rock walls.

Dreamland Sea region also has high and big waves. Therefore, many surfers like to surf on this beach. Dreamland is also one surfing destination in Bali.

Facilities at Dreamland Beach
You can rent umbrellas are provided along the beach to avoid the hot sun. If you want to swim but do not bring a change of clothes, you can buy in the tourist area of Dreamland. Once down the stairs, a line of clothing merchant will offer you their wares. Also available are several shops that sell food and drinks.

In addition, here are also available toilet facilities if you want to change clothes and shower. But the pricing is quite expensive even for just urinate in this area.

If you want to stay, at the Dreamland area there are dozens of resorts and villas that stand as a supporter of tourism that continues to dive at Dreamland Beach. Some resorts and villas standing on the cliff so you can enjoy beautiful coastal scenery from the top of the cliff.

According to tour guide there, Dreamland is the only place in Bali that use of International Law. So the rules at this beach is more free. Visitors can consume alcohol or to bare-chested women on this beach without prosecution.

Dreamland Tours as land of dreams
Brown sand, clean bright white, high cliffs are beautiful, also the blue sea water, making a lot of tourists to come to the beach that once was sponsored by Tommy Suharto. Although not as famous Kuta Beach, Dreamland or "land of dreams" is expected to create more and more tourists come to this beach. Various tourism facilities became available in this region, from the villa, resort, shopping, mall, to golf courses. Yes, Dreamland Beach because of its uniqueness adds another charming coastal tourist areas on the island of Bali.

Friday, February 25, 2011

Bunaken Marine Park Tourism Underwater Paradise


If you want to enjoy an earthly paradise, you do not need all the way to go to different parts of the world. In Indonesia you can find it, namely in tourism park Bunaken.

An area with several small islands in Manado, North Sulawesi, lay a variety of beauty is very remarkable. From the beauty of the islands, the beach is gorgeous, and the beauty beneath the sea is very fascinating.

Tourist Park
The total area attractions that are under the Bunaken National Park Bunaken is quite broad. It lies about 75 miles from Manado Beach is geographically divided into northern and southern parts. In the northern part there are 5 islands and on coastal Wolas-Wori. 5 island is the island of Bunaken, Manado Tua, Siladen, Nian and Mantehage. From the islands, Bunaken is the most crowded island that is because it has a natural beauty that is more complete.

While in the southern coastal area of Arakan cover-Wawontulap. On the southern coast covers around 22 villages with a population of 35 thousand souls. Not a few residents in the region that helped earn a living by working in the field of tourism and open a business park Bunaken enliven this.

World Heritage
To get to the tourist area of Bunaken's not a difficult thing to have available a variety of means of transportation. Both from Jakarta or from Denpasar, travelers can use a direct flight to Manado. So also from Manado to Bunaken heading can be reached by boat or a boat with about half an hour.

Tourist area which was established in 1991 has been recognized as a world heritage site by Unesco since 2005, and recorded as the world's first marine park. Bunaken not lose to Bali. Even the number of foreign tourists to visit these attractions are not small. Year 2009 was approximately 50 thousand tourists came to visit. Year 2010, through the campaign for the 2010 World Tourism Manado City, targeted about 100 thousand foreign tourists will visit the theme park Bunaken.

Attraction
The main attraction is the tourist area of Bunaken underwater scenery was remarkable. If you do not have diving equipment, not to worry because it has available places that rent various equipment to enjoy the grace of God. Under the sea is wide enough you can enjoy sharing the beautiful panorama of the sea floor. From the pristine coral reefs, diverse fish and marine animals are colorful will make you wonder.

After quite tired and satisfied with tourist dive, you can enjoy a full menu of food served restaurant or restaurants in the vicinity. Especially while eating a meal you can see the beauty of sea and green trees on the island. Bunaken Park is presenting a panorama tour like heaven very charming.

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Nusa Lembongan Island the other side of the beauty of bali


Bali Island is known as one of the best tourist island in the world. Various awards obtained by the island of Bali as the island the best and most favorite place to travel around the world. The island became "The Best Exotic Destination". Therefore, many beautiful places in Bali developed into tourist attractions. One of the new tourist area which is now widely known is the charm of the beauty of the island of Nusa Lembongan. What are the enchanting beauty of Nusa Lembongan?

Nusa Lembongan
Nusa Lembongan is one of the small island of a row of three islands located in the southeast of Bali, the Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan Nusa Ceningan. Nusa Lembongan Island is the best of the other two islands. This island belonged Klungkung regency and its location is separated by Badung Strait from the island of Bali. Although only a small island, Nusa Lembongan can deliver a variety of recreational facilities. On the island is almost squashed with Nusa Penida and Nusa Ceningan that we will be greeted by a white sandy beach with crystal clear sea and various kinds of colorful fish and beautiful coral reefs and colorful.

Tourism Object Nusa Lembongan
Environmental conditions that are still beautiful and has several facilities, ready to pamper you to enjoy the beauty of this island. Such as hotels, bungalows, restaurants, arts venues, until the tourist sea to dive and see the beauty of the coral reef in it.

There are several points common location that can be visited in Nusa Lembongan, such as villages and craft markets. There are also some resorts that are available in Nusa Lembongan. In Nusa Lembongan there are also villages where seaweed cultivation. Most of the population in Nusa Lembongan is a seaweed farmer. So when we visited the island of Nusa Lembongan, you'll see a lot of seaweed that is dried in the sun. In addition, the island is inhabited by about 4,000 people, choose a famous tourist attraction of Goa along the Gala.

Nusa Lembongan Island is also quite popular for the surfer or surfers. For the divers, a view of coral reefs around the island of Nusa Lembongan so riveting. You can also do snorkeling and diving here. There are also a variety of supplies and equipment for conducting diving or snorkeling and diving which can be in the lease.

Towards Nusa Lembongan

To get here, tourists can use a motor boat from Sanur Beach is about 2 hour sail to Nusa Lembongan Jungutbatu. Another alternative that is from Benoa Harbour around 1.5 hours drive. From Benoa Harbour to Nusa Lembongan tourist area that is now the mainstay of Bali, there are two cruise ships are ready to take the Bounty and the Bali Hai Cruises Cruises that depart from Ponton.

Furthermore, to explore the island of Nusa Lembongan through land route can be used car facility. Ground transportation facilities on the island can be quite good because the course is paved. During the trip down the island of Nusa Lembongan, you can see local people's homes and places hall meeting on the island. Not infrequently there are also foreign tourists who ride a motorcycle to explore the island. You can hire a motorcycle or bicycle in Jungkutbatu to travel around and scour the island of Nusa Lembongan.

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Day Trips to the Crater at Mount Tangkuban Perahu


Mount Tangkuban Perahu, or also commonly referred Tangkuban Parahu is one of the largest mountain plateau Parahyangan. Nature Park Mount Tangkuban Perahu in the northern city of Lembang, north of the city of Bandung. Cool weather, the spread of tea gardens, valleys and tall pine trees to accompany your journey toward the gate area Tangkuban Perahu.

Tangkuban Perahu have two road craters that exist on this mountain. The first street or road longer by road conditions more difficult to pass and will normally be closed after the rain or when deemed dangerous to pass. The guard booth will give clues to past the new road which lies further to the top if the road was closed. Before the ticket payment in the first street, there are cottages for rent for a place to stay.

Passing through the new road, paved roads facilitate travel of your vehicle. On the street side there is winding trumpet flowers and other trees that will soothe your trip. Tangkuban Perahu mountain in the region there are three craters of interest to visit. Domas Crater is a crater, Crater Queen and Upas Crater. The largest crater between the three and most visited are Queen Crater. With a few hours walk away, you can even round the Queen is so wide crater while enjoying the beautiful panorama of Mount Tangkuban Perahu.

Queen Crater
If you come by bus, there is a special bus parking lot before reaching the crater Queen. The journey continues with ELF car that will get you into the crater of the Queen. However, if you use a private vehicle, you can continue to use it up to the crater Queen. Parking is available across the vehicle in this crater, so without going through the difficult terrain and spend a lot of energy, you can see this crater. It may also be one reason, most visitors in this crater.

Queen Crater directly visible from the top with a wooden barrier fence to prevent visitors falling. Looking inside the crater, the walls of the crater and smoke is still out of the crater it creates a thrilling sight. Soil around the crater Queen mostly white with some yellow brimstone. Rocks and the atmosphere was dry and arid in this crater. You can try to climb to higher ground if you want to see the Queen Crater region as a whole.

In this place a lot of simple shops selling various souvenirs such as scarves, skullcaps hats, bags and fur hats, various displays of wood and various other accessories. There are also sellers of food and warm drinks such as boiled noodles, and other bandrek. You can also ride horses to round some of these craters. This activity is usually favored children.

Upas Crater
Upas Crater Crater is located next to the Queen. But, to be able to see this crater must go through dangerous terrain, you must pass through the sandy road to reach the crater. So, very rare visitors who come to see this crater. The form is different from Upas Crater Crater Queen. Upas crater is more shallow and flat.

Domas Crater
Domas Crater Crater is located further down than the Queen. If you come through the new path, you'll find the gateway to Crater Domas Crater first before heading to the Queen. If the crater Queen you will only see the crater from a distance, the Domas crater, you can get closer to the crater. In fact, you can try to boil eggs by putting it in the crater. If you want to see past the Domas Crater at 16:00 pm, you are required to use the services of tour guides.

Manarasa

Trees are much visible around the crater is a tree called by local people with the name Manarasa. The leaves of this plant will be reddish in color if the leaves are old. Red leaf that had to be eaten with guava leaves taste like with a little sour taste. These leaves can treat diarrhea and is believed will make the youth. Perhaps this leaf is trusted by the local community is always eaten by Dayang Sumbi are ageless in the legend of Mount Tangkuban Perahu.


Tangkuban Legend Boats
The core story of the legend of Tangkuban Perahu is a young man named Sangkuriang want to marry a woman named Dayang Sumbi beautiful. They fell in love. However, after finding the scar on his head Sangkuriang, Dayang Sumbi Sangkuriang is that they found out his son. Sangkuriang go first because he felt annoyed with her anger. Dayang Sumbi angry because Sangkuriang killing their pet dog when it fails to hunt deer for his mother.

Knowing Sangkuriang is his son, Dayang Sumbi Sangkuriang not want to marry. So, to reject the application Sangkuriang, Dayang Sumbi asked for a boat besarta lake within 1 night. Sangkuriang who ask for help from the magic genie to fulfill the desire Dayang Sumbi.

Viewing Sangkuriang almost completed its work, Dayang Sumbi intend blew it. Thanks to his prayer, the chickens crowing. Jin-jin who helped Sangkuriang running scared because he thought it was morning. As a result of work to make the boat and the lake is not completed. Sangkuriang who was furious because it failed to complete his work kicked homemade boat. The boat is then fell face down and there was Mount Tangkuban Perahu. When viewed from the city of Bandung, the mountain resembles an inverted boat.

The beauty of the crater of Mount Tangkuban Perahu and some spots around it also became one of the places for potential brides to do outdoor wedding photos. The beauty of the craters of Mount Tangkuban Perahu can become one of the destinations if you're visiting the city of Bandung. You can bring the kids to see this natural beauty.

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Beautiful Sunset on the Beach Bandengan Jepara


Bandengan Beach is located in the northern district of Jepara, Central Java. The beach is located on the north coast (coast) Java is a pretty interesting sights to visit. Every holiday season, the beach is always crowded with visitors both local and foreign tourists. This beach is also known as Ocean Beach Tirta who is leading attractions in Jepara, the hometown of National Hero RA Kartini.

History Bandengan Beach
According to stories handed down, the name first given Bandengan beach by the son of Amir Hasan Sunan Muria will now travel to develop the science of religion to Karimun Islands. When we reached the beach, they found many fish Milkfish so called Village Bandengan region. The beach in the village was finally named Beach Bandengan.

On the beach is also a favorite place of National Hero who began the emancipation of women is RA Kartini who is the daughter of the regent of Jepara at the time. R.A. Kartini frequent trips to the beach along the Dutch nobility in those days.

White Sand Beach Lush
You can enjoy the panorama of crystal clear beaches and white sand. In addition, you also can enjoy the pandanus trees shrubs or trees along the coast of Jepara Bandengan or also known as the Coastal Ocean Tirta. Bandengan Beach has a gently sloping coastal structures and the water clear and clean. Therefore, this beach is perfect for a beach tourist attractions such as swimming, playing beach volleyball, boating, or just biking on the beach.

In addition, the condition is relatively quiet north coast of Java makes this beach is relatively safe to enjoy the game on the edge of the sea or swimming. Even when you dip into the clear sea water, you can see small fish are running in the bottom of the sea water.

Bandengan beach frequented by a unique natural ambience. You can find the atmosphere of white sand beach wide. Then you too can enjoy the beauty of crystal clear sea water. And an attractive stretch of the trees are lush and green around the coast. Of course this makes the atmosphere at the Beach Bandengan so cool and comfortable. The beauty of the beaches here can rival the beauty of the beaches in Bali.

You can also visit the island in the middle of the sea from the beach Bandengan. The island that you can visit from here that is Long Island. On this island you can see the beautiful natural wealth of flora and fauna of interest. You can visit this island with a relatively low cost. You can also get around the beach by renting a boat or ship that is ready to take you around the beach while enjoying the natural beauty Bandengan beach.

Sunset on the Beach Bandengan Jepara
After enjoying a variety of fun games at the Beach Bandengan till dusk, it's time for you to enjoy the stunning performances on this beach. This is an amazing show of nature, namely the setting of the sun or a sunset. You can admire the beauty of the sun on the way stops in the evening. A dim reflection of sunlight on the water looks calm seas with waves at the beach this Bandengan. Moments like this are often immortalized by the photographer who happened to stop by the Beach Bandengan Jepara.

You can also enjoy panoramic sunset or sunset it while enjoying the food served at the restaurant which is on the lips Bandengan beach. One of the famous restaurant on the beach this is the Sunset Beach Restaurant, founded by Italian citizens who have wives of local residents. This restaurant is frequented by foreign tourists. You can enjoy a pizza which is a typical Italian food, seafood and Indonesian cuisine while enjoying the panoramic beauty of the sunset and hear the sound of waves on the beach. If you eat at one restaurant on the beach Bandengan, then you can go for free to Bandengan Beach attractions.

If you're tired and wanted to rest, at the beach Bandengan also offered villa or place of lodging can be rented. After resting for the night, in the morning you can enjoy the dish panoramic sunrise on the Beach Bandengan.

Sightseeing Beaches Bandengan not difficult to visit. Jepara regency government has provided a good road facilities and easy transport to the beach attractions Bandengan. So, if you're in Central Java, not hurt you to stop by to Jepara. While viewing the beauty of carvings typical of Jepara, you can also stop by the tourism mainstay of Jepara Bandengan Beach, also known as Ocean Beach Tirta.

Saturday, February 12, 2011

Tours in the Enchanting Island of Raja Ampat

 
The colors that appear because of the influence of coral reefs in the shallow sea bottom or inside. They were enjoying lunch at the Papua Diving Resort, West Irian Jaya f waters.

Hot sun and brisk air makes exasperated guests to dive and dive again. Sunlight often penetrate the crevices of sea waves up to the reef. Beauty scenery and marine life does make a lasting impression for tourists. For lovers of coastal tourism and underwater fanatic, Raja Ampat are very well known even considered the best in the world for the quality of coral reefs.

Many international underwater photographers capture the charm of the sea Raja Ampat. Some even come over and over again and make a special book about the beauty of coral reefs and marine life of this region. Mid-2006, a special team of the world's leading scientific adventure magazine, National Geographic, create coverage in Raja Ampat which will become the main report in 2007.

The beach is located in the constellation of the Raja Ampat Islands, Irian Jaya is a tourist place a great choice for lovers of diving. Where islands are located in the western part of Irian surrounded by coral reefs and filled with fish.

Raja Ampat Islands cluster is located on the Equator and is part of the territory of Papua, with total more than 600 islands. The four largest islands are Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati, and Misool, which is located on the western side of the Bird's Head Peninsula in Irian. Recently, Raja Ampat has been discovered by scientists as the home system of the wealth of the world's richest coral reefs.

This region is almost outs explored and unknown size. Raja Ampat archipelago has a diversity of marine life are amazing heart. The first dive in this area started in 1990.

Paradise Reef World
Coral reefs in this area include hard corals and soft corals. Most areas of coral reefs still 'virgin', with miles and miles of perfect hard corals. Most of the colorful coral. Display after display of coral reefs Dendronephya (soft) lined with a variety of colors, ranging from bright red, yellow, pink and exotic purple.

Megaton
On top there are so many coral reef fish. Some fish species are considered rare in many parts of the world abundant in the area of Raja Ampat. For example, many Sargassum Frogfish are found in the weeds that float in depanresort dive.

Wobbegong Sharks are found when diving, they lie on a stretch of coral reefs. Like the fish which is set by the chef carefully on a plate at dinner. Epaulette sharks are small sharks that have only one foot long, very often found on night dives in the seagrass beds. Even on a wall shelf dive.

At each location of the dive a lot of giant clams found that size is big enough to swallow a child. Shells were embedded in the reef and covered with soft corals, as well as skin and a thick sponge, so that these shells could barely close the shell itself. Wai Island has an area of giant clams in the off-shore. It really is a diversity of flora and fauna

Offshore reef sites, especially near the coast of the island of Kri is inhabited by fish megatons. Many different species of fish in the stream, sometimes united, so that the diver is surrounded by a mess of fish colony. The most common fish seen is Baracuda, jack, bannerfish, surgeofish, fusilier, parrotfish and snappers. Everything is gathered in many species. The fish are so dense, that sometimes blocked the view of friends to dive or surface.

Not only the world under water is just amazing. The top of the relief is very diverse island with steep coastal mountains and deserted white sandy beaches. An area outside the tourist track and rarely visited by foreigners. The beauty of this island will make you wonder. The forest has a lot of orchids and birds of paradise. Waigeo and Batanta have the Red Bird of Paradise Bird and Wilson both of which are endemic bird area. In addition, forests are also inhabited by the sharing of bird species such as king prawns / tight, eagle and hornbill.
 

Friday, February 11, 2011

Sikuai the Beauty of Spectacular Island


Located on the Gulf Bungus, 23 km towards the south of Padang. Bungus Bay can be reached by taxi or public transportation stops at Pier majors Bungus sackcloth Bay then followed by motor boat across the sea for 20 minutes to the island Sikuai. Also traveling to the Island Sikuai can also start from the pier at Marine Tourism Harau Trunk Road

Sikuai Island offers the comfort and beauty of the marine world because this island has established a resort that has a complete facility with a satisfactory service.

Sikuai Island Resort is surrounded by green tropical trees and white sand blend with the blue sea. From the island can also be enjoyed by a few small green islands as well as views of the underwater world is very beautiful.exotis and services offered by Sikuai Island Resort, making the tourists seemed to be a private island so that the slogan 'the dream changed from reality' is perfect destined for this resort.



Besides enjoying the quiet atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of the city, visitors can start the day - day in Sikuai Island Resort by doing some activities like, jogging with the family around the island. Not only healthy, with jogging visitors can see several species of tropical animals such as birds, lizards and monkeys.

Snorkeling is the alternative activities that can be done while enjoying the thrill of chasing fish amongst the colorful coral reefs.

White sand, a row of waving coconut, light breeze, azure, and the sound of waves on the beach to lull Sikuai Island tourists who were enjoying his holiday.

Right presumably if the natural attractions Sikuai Island in West Sumatra is considered by some more beautiful than the island of Bali. Sikuai Island does have added value because of unspoiled nature, has not been polluted.

Natural Beauty

The island has a natural Sikuai that are still beautiful. The beauty of this island is the combination of the beauty of the sea with all its contents and peacefulness of the island with a forest that is still awake and natural.

Sea Island Sikuai very calm and the water is clear so you can enjoy your time with a swim or snorkel to see the beauty beneath the sea. A variety of marine life such as coral reefs and the fish are colorful ornamental can you meet as you explore the underwater Sikuai Coast.

Another activity you can do, such as walking or cycling along the coast. As they walked the streets enjoying the beautiful scenery, you can collect various types of clams found dead on the beach.

Cycling was also called. Manager island already provides track bike with bike rental prices are very affordable.

Besides walking along the beach, you can walk around the island. For approximately 45 minutes, you'll see the beauty of nature and forests with a variety wildlife Sikuai Island. Animals typical Sikuai Island, among others, monitor lizards, monkeys, and a variety of colorful bird species.

Landscape when the sunset is the most awaited by visitors to the island Sikuai. The beauty of the sunset scenery is breathtaking when viewed from the top of the island.

To achieve this, you have to climb stairs for 30-45 minutes. After that, you will witness the beauty of golden red sun on the western horizon at sunset.

You also can capture the variety of beauty Sikuai Island with some of your camera shots. Who knows you're interested in visiting the island Sikuai back again once you see these shots on your camera.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Kiluan Tour With Dolphins Charm


Bay Kiluan in District Kelumbayan, Tanggamus District, Lampung, is a haven for dolphins. Ocean nan wide is each time a pool dance performances. There is or there is no audience.

The wind is blowing through the blue sea, creating small waves of successive waves. Breezy sweep of it seems to be a matter of "one-two-three" for dozens of dolphins that mingle beneath.

Like get on cue, pretty sea creatures that bubbled up into the air until his whole body naked by every eye that looked. Then, curved in the air, and head fall again into the water. Like the queue, dolphins alternated air attractions. Thus, within a few minutes, without any manipulation of natural scenery was presented without interruption.

It takes three to four hours drive from Bandar Lampung to arrive in the Gulf Kiluan charming. Uphill and winding road and unspoiled nature is what we will find.

Magnificent scenery already seen all the way across the bay. Group of islands and rocks that hit the surf, white sand that surrounds the island's lips, the flying seagulls, and the breezes are cool to make the spirit of re-surge after tired in the car.

Stretch of white sand that surrounds almost the entire island into a strong attraction Kiluan Island. Enchantment of the natural emitted Kiluan make anyone who hopes to visit there again.

Not far from the island Kiluan, there is another beach that love to not be visited if you are in Kiluan. From pekon Kiluan Affairs took ten minutes away by riding a motorcycle to get to the White Sand beach. White Sand Beach has waves larger than those in the Gulf Kiluan, ideal for the hobby of diving. On the beach right there is a row of towering rocks as a breakwater.

Development
In the master plan development ecotourism Kiluan Bay, described the Gulf tourist sites are located in pekon Kiluan Kiluan State, District Kelumbayan, Tanggamus District.

The first area is the entrance area and parking area. The second area is the area of trade, where it will be stalls selling souvenirs to the works of local residents. The third area is a children's play area consisting of the park, some kids games arena, and arena outbound.

The fourth area is the pier of the crossing to the Island Affairs pekon Kiluan Kiluan and the bay where the dolphin population is located. The fifth region, the area inn to be built on the shoreline or coastal State pekon Kiluan which will also be equipped with a restaurant. In this area also will set the stage show to entertain the tourists.

To support this tourism, the local District Government has been doing repair roads and bridges that will facilitate access to enter the Gulf region Kiluan. This development provides an opportunity for investors to enter.

'Surfing' in Cape Exotic Faithful
TANJUNG Faithful is a beach located 60 km from Liwa (capital of West Lampung district). This beach is known as the height of waves and become one of the beaches with the highest waves in the world. With waves as high as 5 meters and a wavelength of 200 meters, would not be surprised if no less than 100 thousand tourists from Australia, Portugal, Netherlands, and Japan is always a visit to this beach every year, mainly July to October to make surfing (surfing).

If your hobby surf, Cape Coast Faithful would be one good choice, especially at this beach surf camp also has been available for more convenience for tourists who want to surf.

In addition to the challenging waves, a view was natural and the air is cool. Waves are dealing with the Indian Ocean really adorable. Besides surfing, you can also shore fishing because fish is rich, ranging up to blue marlin tuna. Also, as a place to camp. Moreover, there is a cottage which is representative, even because the building blends naturally with nature.

For highway facilities, has built the road that has been coated coral making it easier for tourists traveling to the beach that was in pekon Bumiagung, Biha District, about 22 km from the city this Krui.

Nature Tourism Putu Stone
Putu stone has distinctive advantages compared to other regions in Indonesia such as the view from the tourist area which could see the atmosphere of the Gulf coast of Lampung, Bandar Lampung, the stretch of green agricultural area of the people, and the surrounding green hills.

The atmosphere is cool and peaceful settlement could be an alternative relieving fatigue at the weekend.

Located not far from the center of Bandar Lampung. Travel through asphalt road winding across the region like a top, but quiet. Along the way, banana trees, mangosteen, and durian lined into a comfortable scene. Enjoying this region is also more fun when dusk falls. In fact, the night is the right choice for visitors who want to enjoy a beautiful evening at the top of Stone Putu.

Bay of Lampung has its own beauty when viewed from the top of Stone Putu. The twinkling lights of fishing boats and their activities into an exciting thing to be enjoyed. Expanse of green hills are not less interesting to be enjoyed. Together with a piece of cassava fuel and a cup of coffee, feel good mingle with the chill of night.

Putu stone area was suitable for outbound to be a place for students and students who want to vacation. Here too there is a zoo, playground / water tours, and hilly land contours are soothing.

Hill and Rice Passing
Kiluan city located in the south of Bandar Lampung, precisely in the District Tenggamus, District Kelumbayan. Travel from town to town Kiluan Lampung takes about 1 hour. During the journey, our eyes will be spoiled with a beautiful view. On both sides of the road, lay the green hills and rice fields.

Field trips will be more severe when entering the area Kiluan deeper. Vehicles must pass a fairly steep hills. On the left of the road, there is a gap plus the conditions that have not been paved road (still underground).

Towards Gulf Kiluan
To go to the Gulf Kiluan, you must enter the village Kiluan. In this village, quite a lot of people who adhere to Hinduism. Building the house was equipped with a mock large and small.

In this village, there is the White Sand Beach, which is access to the Gulf Kiluan. White Sand Beach is fairly challenging to be a surfing arena. Whisper of the waves which would be a challenging high for surfers.

From the White Sand Beach, you can cross with a boat and a small flat headed Kiluan Bay. The time needed to cross about 10 minutes.

Here, there is one guest house which are usually owned by a Gulf tour guide Kiluan. This medium sized guest house with three small rooms and one bathroom is simple.

Snorkeling in the Gulf luster
Beaches in Kiluan offers beautiful scenery like heaven. The water was very clear so as to make anyone not bear wanted to snorkel. The underwater scenery is quite beautiful.

Although there is not much colorful reefs, various fish and sea animals became a very beautiful scenery. You must be passionate pursuit of the fish milling about here and there.

Has been waiting for when the beach is at sunset. Beach Kiluan provide magnificent scenery at sunset. Red violet spread widely in the universe, sprinkled on the golden color of the ocean.

At night, you can spend time with fishing or barbecue joint on the beach.

Hunting Dolphins
To be able to watch dolphins dance, you have to take a boat to the middle of the ocean. There, many of the boats who want to see dolphins. The dolphins there are many in number and dance more than in Lovina, Bali.

Unfortunately, you may be unable to capture the dance of the dolphins using a camera or video as each boat approached them, the dolphins will go back into the ocean.

This may be because the dolphins are animals that are quite shy. However, dolphins dance quite entertaining and adds features tour to the Gulf Kiluan.

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Visitor Attractions On the Umang Island Resort


Looking down the pier to the island, we'll see the white sand and blue sea. Beautiful coastal scenery, so this place can also be used in wedding photos. When we reached the lobby, you will be immediately greeted with a welcome drink in the form of juice and wet towels are fresh. Managers also provide transportation from Jakarta when we are reluctant to use their own vehicle.

In this island there are resorts or villas. Suite is very comfortable place to sleep. Each villa is divided into 2 equal to the door as a liaison. The living room has a sofa which allows us to better enjoy the time together in this room. Rustic bathroom, with ornaments of clay a memorable experience. On the floor above, there is a bed that is very romantic with the top of the glass, so that we can look at stars at night.

This island is not large, only 5 hectares, but the facilities are complete enough For those who love water play and sports, you can play jet ski, banana boat, or snorkel. There is also a swimming pool adjacent to the beach, so while swimming, we also can enjoy the beautiful beach. Finished swimming, available Jacuzzi to massage the aching body. When you're happy to laze around, there is also a spa package, where we can enjoy a massage with aromatherapy accompanied by sound waves.

The waters in this island there are still lots of fish. Near the pier, we can see a collection of fish in groups. This can be a place for you who have a hobby of fishing. For children, there are also various games for children like swings, trombolin, etc..
Pulau Umang Resort

We can also relax in the gazebo located in front of each place we stay suites and located right on the beach. The ideal place to enjoy the sunrise or sunset. At dinner a romantic atmosphere you can get if you want to eat on the beach, listening to sound waves. Or it could be in the cafe while listening to the strains of the song that was sung singer.

Close to the island of Umang, there Oar Island. The island is not very manageable and still very natural. Various types of shellfish are still many in this place. To go to this place, we can use a fishing boat from Pulau Umang provided.

As a souvenir or memento, there are also shops selling various souvenirs in the form of a logo shirt or hat Umang Island. There is also a display of shells and keychains. The price offered is not too expensive, so it will not drain our pockets.

Umang Island is the perfect place to honeymoon, vacation or family outing. It's just the way to this island that it is still less convenient. In addition to the distance, the road that must pass the winding and up and down. The streets are still deserted and only for 2 vehicles. So you must be careful in traveling.

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

The beauty of the Java Sea on the Karimunjawa


Karimun Java language that is derived from the meaning kremun vague or equivocal. Given the name because these islands faintly visible from the island of Java caused situated far enough from the island of Java. To achieve Karimunjawa takes about 4 to 6 hours from the mainland island of Java using Motor Ship Fast from Semarang or Jepara. It feels, fits with his name, because it takes a long time to arrive on the island.

Swimming with sharks in Karimunjawa Kepulauan Karimunjawa a haven from the divers (diver). You can perform various activities in the crystal clear water. Swimming, diving (diving), or snorkeling will be fun.

The beauty of coral reefs and colorful fish in the sea will be an attraction to playing in the water. Sea water in Karimunjawa very clear and transparent, so you can see the sea bottom clearly. For those of you who like fishing, you can also do it on some island in the Karimun.

To visit the islands in Karimun, you can use a fishing boat. The time required is not too old to visit several islands at once because it was not far away. There is also a boat that is equipped with a glass at the bottom of the boat (glass bottom boat) are suitable for you who do not want to dive but want to still be able to see the coral reefs or fish in the sea water.

Karimun Islands
Publications since 2001 has the official name of the National Park Karimunjawa. Karimun National Park consists of a small group of 27 islands with 5 pieces that have been populated island in this archipelago.

The island has a population of Pulau Genting, Kemujan Island, Karimun Island, Mosquito Island, and Island Parang. Most of the island there has a beach with white sand.

The islands are a favorite to be visited by tourists because of its natural beauty including Menjangan Besar Island, Menjangan Small, Pine Small, and Tanjung Gelam. Let's visit the islands one by one!

Menjangan Besar Island On the island there are large captive sharks. You can test your courage by going to their breeding pond and swim with these sharks. No need to fear, because the sharks are here quite tame and friendly with humans.

Small Menjangan Island Small Menjangan worth a visit for the waters around this island there are many small fish are pretty colorful. The island has a beach and a beautiful sea floor with clear water. The island is suitable for you who want to try snorkeling.

Pine Island Pine Island Small and Large On both islands there are many pine trees that may become the basis of the names of the island. Another unique thing is the existence of mainland beaches with white sand that juts into the sea.

Pulau Tanjung Gelam Gelam Cape Island is a beautiful island with white sand and sea water is bluish green.

Accommodation in Karimunjawa
Besides enjoying the beauty of the sea and beaches, you can visit a traditional market or visit the servants who managed to get fish in the fish market.

For accommodations, there are several options you can specify. You can stay at some luxury resort in the small islands or even hotels with cheaper rates. Some locals also rent out his house with a cheaper fare anymore. Or you can try different atmosphere by staying in the House of pumice, which is the inn that is in the water not far from the beach.
 
Transportation to Publications

To go to Publications, you can use some alternative options below:
Fast Ship from Semarang From Hyderabad, you can go to the Publications through the Port of Tanjung Emas using speedboats. Travel from Hyderabad to Publications about 4 hours to 6 hours if the weather is bad.

Ships from Jepara If you choose to go to the Publications of Jepara, you can through the Port of Kartini. You can choose to use speed boats, or also use a slow and cheap ship from Jepara. Travel from Jepara to Publications about 2.5 to 3 hours.

Plane In addition, for those who have enough funds, there is a small plane at Ahmad Yani Airport in Semarang can be hired to Dewa Daru Airport on the island of Kemujan (one of the islands in Karimunjawa). By plane, you can see the beauty of Publications from the top before landing at the airport which is on Karimunjawa. Travel by plane take about 30 minutes.

Enjoy the beauty and feel the serenity of this island will be a pleasant experience. It is advisable to visit this island in March to October, at the time the weather was friendly so you can freely explore and enjoy the islands of Karimun. Enjoy the enchanting beauty of nature in Karimunjawa.

Monday, January 31, 2011

Green Canyon Area Tour at Pangandaran


Green Canyon
Green Canyon tourist attractions located in the village Kertayasa, Ciamis, West Java, about 31 km from Pangandaran. The name was introduced by Green Canyon tourists from France. Greenish color of river water may be the reason this place called Green Canyon. While the previous name, Cukang Taneuh means land bridge because of the bridge with a width of 3 meters and 40 meters long that connects the village with the Village Batukaras Kertayasa.

River Cijulang

The goal is tunnel-like cave which is under the land bridge, known as Green Canyon Cave. To reach the cave, you must use a boat down the river Cijulang known as motorized. The boat was only able to be boarded by 5 passengers. Price rent a boat or motorized Rp 75.000 or $ 8 USD, - per boat. The time required to travel that starts from the pier to the caves Ciseureuh approximately 30 minutes.

On the side of the river flow Cijulang you can enjoy climbing the hill is overgrown with lush green trees and rocks that decorate it. The trip will not be boring because of the beautiful scenery and relaxed enjoying the river flow. Naik ketinting also can create its own uniqueness, especially for kids who love the water.

When almost there, the path will be narrowed so that the boat had to take turns to enter this path. There is also a regulator that provides direction for the driver to drive the boat for an orderly. Near the mouth of the cave, ketinting no longer be able to deliver you and your entourage that is not possible because the path traversed.

Green Canyon Cave
Beautiful views await you after getting off the boat. You can enjoy a solid side cave with stalactite and stalagmite see who was still dripping water. Water continuously issued in the cliff so that this area is called the eternal rain elapsed areas. You can also swim in the cave by using the buoy. You will feel the water was cold and refreshing. More beautiful scenery while watching the waterfall Palatar contained in the Green Canyon Cave. Swimming in cold water while enjoying the high cliffs and see stalactite and stalagmite must have been a special experience that is not forgotten.

Green Canyon or Cukang Taneuh is indeed a beautiful tourist attractions in the area of Pangandaran. But if you intend to visit this place should be visited in the dry season because this season, the river water is green Cijulang tosca. While in the rainy season, when high rainfall, river water will be brown. Also during the rainy season there may be tidal or river water flow of river water that is too heavy, so the place was closed to the public for the safety of visitors.