Beautiful Beaches of Pink, Komodo Island

To see the beautiful beaches of pink, no need to go far abroad, such as the Bahamas, since Indonesia also have pink sand beaches and locations to be located in the area of ​​Komodo Island, East Nusa Tenggara province, the locals called Red Beach . However, foreign tourists who often visit to this beach called Pink Beach.
Along the coast there is no building anything and not populated beaches aka empty, this is of course well-liked by the tourists who prefer a quiet and beautiful beaches.
The foreign tourists who visit here often pictured himself as he photographed on the beach with a backdrop of sea water are graded blue, plus a panorama of green hills, clear blue sky with white clouds, and accompanied by a stretch of sand that is really pink, very beautiful and nuanced romantic.
It is said that in the world there are only seven beaches have pink sand, one that is in the island of Komodo.
According to its origin, this pink sand formed from fragments of red coral, yet another newspaper saying pink is actually produced because of the kind of microscopic animals called Foraminifera amoeba that produces bright red or pink coral, do not be surprised if we took a pinch of sand, then it looks red sand in between the white sand.
Uniquely from this beach, if the waves swept sand and pull it back, then the color of pink sand turned into an old, very beautiful. Grains of sand smooth and soft, feels soft when walking or sunbathing on it.
Activity there other than take pictures, can sunbathe, swim, or just sitting enjoying the view. In addition to not too crowded and commercial, swimming activity was very pleasant and refreshing the eyes, because a lot of hard and soft Corals Corals are still colorful and healthy, plus the number of ornamental fish, such as clown fish (Nemo fish), butterfly fish, bat fish and much more.
How to reach the Pink Beach, fairly easy, we flew from Bali to Labuan Bajo, then hire a boat or fishing boat from Labuan Bajo to Komodo Island. Before getting to the Pink Beach, tourists usually come before the Park at Loh Liang to see first hand the life of wild dragons.
For fans of scuba diving, the underwater world at the Pink Beach unusually good, you can follow a dive trip with Dive Operators in Labuan Bajo.
For the record, because at this beach there are no shops or restaurants, you are advised to bring their own supplies to taste.

Green Canyon : Exotic Natural Beauty

Not only is Bali, a tourist attraction famous for its natural beauty. In West Java, precisely in Ciamis District, there is a region famous Pangandaran area attractions as the beach is very beautiful.Pangandaran addition, there are several other attractions that are not less beautiful. One is Cukang Taneuh or known as the Green Canyon.
This tourist attraction located in the Village Kertayasa, District Cijulang, and are along the river Cijulang - about 31 km from Pangandaran. Nicknamed Cukang Taneuh arises because in the middle of the river there is a bridge from the ground 3 feet wide with a length of 40 meters.The bridge connects the two villages also became famous sights, the Village by Village Batukaras Kertayasa. In the village there Batukaras Batukaras Coast as a region renowned surf water (water surfing).
While the title Green Canyon appears, because usually in the dry season the water in the riverbed will look green. But others say the nickname comes from two European tourists from France and Switzerland, named Frank and Astrid.
At that time, in the 1990s, they came to do a river tour in Cijulang. They then down the river from the estuary at the Beach Batukaras. After the two travelers were successfully completed its mission, terkuaklah Cukang Taneuh secret that had been considered very eerie and scary.Then, from mouth to mouth, the beauty information Cukang Taneuh widespread. From there then Ciamis County Government decided to build the region into a new tourist object which is equipped with various facilities.

Exquisite
Green Canyon became very famous, because the river is very beautiful panorama. Those who visit there would be stunned by the beauty of the river which flows along the Cijulang. The beauty of it will always be welcome tourists once you enter the gates of these attractions.The river is so special, because it lengthwise and divide a canyon area of ​​its physical structure is very admirable. Those who've been to Green Canyon in Colorado, United States, would agree that the canyon was very similar Cijulang Green Canyon.
Those who have never visited, would be challenged to get there. Because, will be invited to enjoy the beauty of the canyon beriwsata with boating. While enjoying a boat trip can be climbed from Pier Ciseuruh, travelers will be treated to outstanding natural scenery along the left and right sides of the river. Various animals, like monkeys, were always ready to welcome tourists with a shout-teriakanny a.To get to the first point, we must go through a fairly quiet flow of the river for nearly 15 minutes. After passing through the 'corridor' of the river, we will then meet with a place that force us to get off the boat.In these places, we will see a row of rocks is very beautiful with ornaments stalactites and stalagmites are captivating. Rocks also are forcing us to not continue the journey by boat, because the river channel was blocked by him until the river was visible rise like stairs.
But, we do not have to worry about although it can not continue the journey by boat. Because, at this point, travelers are challenged to actually be able to see the real beauty of the Green Canyon. The choice: we must dare to swim upstream to get to the river.Swim option is usually highly avoided by domestic tourists. Indeed, foreign tourists are usually very keen to do so until the upstream. Those who did were definitely not be disappointed. Because, if you made it through the hurdles slow-moving river with a depth of about 10 meters, then we will be treated to a scenic waterfall Palatar very charming.
When traveling by swimming it, once again, tourists will be accompanied by a row of rocky cliffs adorned with stalactites and stalagmites. Fabulous! For tourists who could not swim was actually still a pretty powerful option provided. At the end of the pier the cliffs where the boat stops, there are some local residents who rent out tires.
In addition, each officer of the guard at Green Canyon tourist attraction will always help tourists. All we do now is plan to go there. Find a great time. And provide sufficient cash.Water Wonders Green Tosca
If you are interested in visiting the Green Canyon, it helps if you select a time in the dry season. Because, usually at that season the river water will be very clear and green Tosca. Charm that will make boating you will feel at home there.
Conditions that would otherwise if you visit during the rainy season. In addition to river water often overflowed onto the highway that lead visitors are not recommended for boating, river water is also a dark brown and turbid.Before deciding to go there, you should also prepare enough cash. Because there is no bank or ATM. Nearest ATM is in Pangandaran, and even then not much. So, you should prepare some cash from the home, or while in transit in downtown Ciamis or Banjar.

As a precaution, you'd better bring a raincoat or a complete change of clothes when they want to go to Green Canyon. Because, usually water will gush from the walls of stalactites and stalagnit cliffs there. For access to boating, there are considerable fleet of boats. There are 100 units of the boats that take tourists ready at all times. Each boat will be equipped with a staff interpreter and driver aids.Long Trip To Green Canyon
There are many ways to reach the Green Canyon. The first goal that must be passed by tourists is Pangandaran. So, try before you get to the area. It's up to you want to use a private vehicle or public, both good choices.
For those who use public transportation, currently up to Pangandaran, which vehicles have to do is look for the canal. The choice, can be rented or ride public transportation buses. It cost just USD 6000 only to arrive in Green Canyon.But, if you still want to use a rental vehicle, it is also not a bad choice. Lots of motorcycle or a car rental place in Pangandaran or Batukaras Coast. However, because the vehicles are generally leased for a full day, then the rental price becomes quite expensive.
The route should you take to achieve the Green Canyon is also very easy. From Jakarta or Bandung you can follow the route to Central Java. Once at the road junction Ciamis-Banjar, should turn to the right direction and do not take straight. For those who use public transportation, certainly do not think the route. Because the driver

Seven beauty of Lake Mountain, Edinburgh

Natural conditions are still virgin and beautiful, making Seven Mountain Lake as the most favorite tourist attraction in Kerinci regency and surrounding areas. Meanwhile, it is situated at an altitude of 1996 meters above sea level, making this lake as the highest lake in Southeast Asia. Although sweat pouring, a group of students from a school in River Full, Kerinci, Jambi Province, look cheerful. Eagerly, they continue to set foot climb. Occasionally the group, led by one of their teachers were taking a break to recover stamina.That was the atmosphere in the region of Mount Kerinci in the school holiday season some time ago. Many students who choose to fill the party with the holidays make the climb to the summit of Mount Kerinci, which is the highest active volcano in Indonesia.
 

For the climber, to climb to Mount Kerinci with a peak at an altitude of 3805 meters above sea level (asl) mcmang tiring, but it also becomes a challenge. Although looks so close from the back of one of the Seven Mountains, the road to the summit of Mount Kerinci quite winding. The slope of the route of the trail that ascends to reach 50-60 degrees so the stamina drain.

However, fatigue seemed to vanish when you arrive at the location of existing tourist destinations in the region of Mount Seven, which is a lake called Lake Mount Seven. In addition to its natural beautiful, panoramic view on the lake are included in the Kerinci Seblat National Park (TNKS) is so beautiful.In addition to doing the climb, not a few visitors who come just to enjoy the natural atmosphere at the foot of the mountain. Every weekend, many climbers amateur (read: tourists, red) which rose to the Seventh Mountain Lake. They not only come from Kerinci, but also tourists who come from outside the area. No wonder every Saturday-Sunday, many of the tents standing around camp guardhouse. Tourism is bcrjarak approximately 51 km from the River Full, the capital of Kerinci district.Highest in Asteng Scientifically, Seven Mountain Lake is a volcanic lake formed by volcanic activity in the past. Has a length of about 4.5 km and a width of 3 km, the lake at an altitude of 1996 meters above sea level is the highest lake in Southeast Asia.

For lovers of nature as well as adventure tours, Seven Mountain Lake is a favorite tourist attraction in Edinburgh and surrounding areas. In addition to the beautiful natural panorama, the lake is surrounded by six mountains, the Upper Mount Tebo with a height of 2525 meters above sea level, Mount Hulu Sangir (2330 m asl), Mandura Iron Mountain (2418 m asl), Mount Basil (2230 m asl), Mount Jar Bake (2469 meters above sea level), and Mount Seven (2732 m asl) the highest peak.
 
Not only that, as the region became one of the centers of biodiversity, Seven Mountain Lake is also frequently visited by lovers and researchers of flora and fauna. In this area live TNKS variety of unique wildlife like the Sumatran tiger (Panthers tigru surnatrensis), gibbon, sun bear, wild boar, tapir, bcrmacam birds, and various species of butterflies. Plants that live in this region also varied with the belle of the various types of natural orchids and flowers semar bag.
Another charming scenery that can be enjoyed in this region is Mount Seven Falls. Waterfall with a height of tens of meters was sourced from the Lake Mountain Seven. Visitors who want to reach this waterfall can be through paths not far from the former homestead resort near the guardhouse at the foot of the mountain.
 

There are several alternative route to Lake Mountain Seven. One of them, and most widely implemented is through a gate in the village of Pos TNKS Pelompek, District Kayu Aro, Kerinci District. In the village altitude is 1,600 meters above sea level the air was cool, especially because the wind is always blowing hard. So visitors are advised to bring jackets or sweaters.As the mountains in general, at night, the air temperature around the post this climb was very cold. Without wearing a thick jacket, socks, and a thick blanket, do not expect to sleep well because of the cold air. The cold wind that blew was bone-chilling.

For visitors who want to climb to Lake Mount seven more in the morning, can take advantage of people's houses around the post. Dwelling house as well as a homestay can be booked before the day of arrival, or on the day of arrival it also if by chance there are no visitors to stay. In addition to around the post, visitors can also stay at some homestay in the village of grit Tuo located a few kilometers from Pelompek.With all the beauty of nature which he kept, Seven Mountain Lakes region is still intact and looks sustainable, because it has not disturbed the hands of ignorant. This condition is not separated from the Hall TNKS messages that constantly remind visitors not to take, catch, or bring the biodiversity of this region possessed.

The Raja Ampat Islands is amazing

Some tourists seemed engrossed in eating and chatting casually as he looked off toward the sea-dominated blue, green, and white. The colors that appear due to the influence of coral reefs on the seabed of shallow and deep. They were enjoying lunch at Papua Diving Resort, f the waters of West Irian Jaya.
Hot sun and brisk air makes forcefully guests to dive and dive again. Sunlight penetrates the cracks often waves to the reef. Beauty of the scenery and marine life do make a lasting impression for tourists. For lovers of coastal tourism and underwater fanatic, Raja Ampat is 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, a cover story in Raja Ampat that will become a major report in 2007.
 
A total of 610 Island
 

Raja Ampat is the fraction of Sorong regency, since 2003. District has a population of 31,000 inhabitants has 610 islands (only 35 islands are inhabited) with a total area of ​​about 46,000 km2, but only 6,000 km2 of land, 40,000 km2 of the sea again. The islands are unspoiled and beautiful sea is still making a direct tourists hooked. They seemed to want to explore the waters in a?? Head Burunga?? The island of Papua.
This area had become the target of hunters reef fish by bombing and spread the poison cyanide. However, there are still many people who attempt to protect the area so that the wealth of the sea could be saved. Coral reefs in the sea Raja Ampat considered comprehensive in the world. Of the 537 species of coral of the world, 75 percent were in these waters. Also found 1104 species of fish, 669 species of molluscs (soft animals), and 537 species of coral animals. Incredible.
The World Bank in collaboration with global environmental institutions set Raja Ampat as one of the areas in eastern Indonesia receive assistance Coral Reef Rehabilitation and Management Program (Coremap) II, since 2005. In Raja Ampat, the program includes 17 villages and involve the local population. Fishermen are also trained to cultivate grouper and seaweed.

Exotic
 
Papua Diving, the only exotic resort that offers underwater tours in the region, visited by tourists diving enthusiasts at home for days and even up to a month navigate the contours of the seabed. They seemed to not want to return to their own countries because they get a?? Island paradise to none on earth inia ????.

Administrators could not easily prepare a place for tourists. Maximillian J Ammer, owner of Dutch citizens of Papua Diving Resort is also a pioneer drive marine tourism in this region, need desperately to set up various facilities to attract tourists from abroad. Since he started his business eight years ago, many of the funds must be spent. However, the results are also satisfactory. Every year the resort is visited at least 600 special tourist who spent an average of two weeks.
 
Lodging is very simple, just a walled and roofed woven palm leaves that cost a minimum of 75 euro or Rp 900,000 a night. If you want to dive must pay 30 euros, or about USD 360 000 was diving at a particular location. Most tourists come from Europe. Only a few tourists from Indonesia to stay and dive in there.
a?? Tourists dive almost every day because the dive sites are very broad and diverse. The beauty of coral reefs are varied, so many choices and invite curiosity. There are tourists who are still going strong 80-year-old dive, a?? Max Ammer said that married women Manado.
 
Three years ago, Papua Diving build a modern inn not far from the first location. Apparently, the inn was built by relying on local building materials are almost always fully booked. Though the charge reaches 225 euros, or about Rp 2.7 million per night. In the new location, equipped with modern equipment, including telephone and internet facilities.
Tourists to the Raja Ampat just want to Papua Diving on the island because of the facilities and valet Mansuar already an international standard, also the food. They landed at the airport Domne Eduard Osok, Sorong, directly to the location of speed boat with a capacity of about 10 people at a rate of Rp 3.2 million each way. It takes about 3-4 hours to reach Mansuar.
Like the other islands, Mansuar looks beautiful because of its forests are still awake and was so clean sea water marine life which is not far from the surface can be seen clearly. Tourists enough to swim or snorkelling to see the beauty of the sea, whereas if you want to directly observe the beauty of marine life at depth, they should dive.

Bali, The Island of Goddess

If you're looking for a place to unwind, away from the city's hustle and bustle, enjoy a breathtaking scenery and indulge your shopping sense. Then, Bali is the place where you should plan your next trip. The island is very strong with its culture values and local tradition that is very interesting for all tourists. A diffusion of spiritual and dynamic aura will gives you a different experience of holiday trip.

One of the interesting ceremony in Bali that you shouldn't miss is Ngaben. Ngaben or the Cremation Ceremony is the ritual performed to send the dead through the transition to his next life. The Village Kul Kul, hanging in the tower of the village temple, will sound a certain beat to announce the departure of the deceased. The body of the deceased will be placed at Bale Delod, as if he were sleeping, and the family will continue to treat him as if he were still alive yet sleeping.

On the day of the ceremony, the body of the deceased is placed inside a coffin which is then placed inside a sarcophagus in the form of a buffalo (called Lembu) or a temple structure called Wadah made of paper and light wood. The Wadah will be carried to the village cremation site in a procession. The climax of Ngaben is the burning of the Wadah, using fire originating from a holy source. The deceased is sent to his afterlife, to be reincarnated in the future.

As for the interesting places thet you should visit are the remarkable beaches that Bali Island have. Bali have a lot of beautiful beaches such as Kuta Beach, Nusa Dua Beach and Dreamland  Beach. You can soak up the sun along the pristine white beaches and find serenity in the unimitable Bali sunset.

Other beautiful sights you shouldn't miss are Tanah Lot, One of Bali's most important sea temples, the temple sanctuary at Tanah Lot is built atop a huge rock which is surrounded by the sea. Pura Besakih, Known as the "mother Temple of Bali", the sanctuary of Besakih  on the slopes of Mt. Agung is the biggest and holiest of all Balinese temples. Terraced rice paddies, Whether it is bright and sunny or rainy and gloomy, the trip through the landscape of terraced rice paddies between Candidasa and Amlapura is one of remarkable scenic beauty.

There are a lot of places to stay from a 5 star hotel to low budget hotel in Bali. If you want to enjoy a luxurios hotel with 5 star quality service and complete facilities, the you can stay at Ayana Resort and Spa Bali. Enjoy a different kind of spa with their Spa on the Rocks treatment with breathtaking view of the Indian Ocean.

With various types of room and villa, you can choose whether you want the room with views over the property's botanical garden (Resort View Room), overlooks the property's botanical garden and Indian ocean (Jimbaran Bay room) or looks out to the Indian Ocean (Deluxe Ocean view room). you can log on www.ayanaresort.com to view all the rooms details and facilities.

If you are traveling on budget, the you can simply check www.hostels.com to find which hotel or hostels that meet your budget. With complete reviews and pictures, you can browse detailed info before you decide which hotel that gives you the best deal.

So, plan your next trip to Bali and experience a fulfilling holiday for your mind, body and soul.

Makassar : the City of Nature Beauty

Makassar is known as the South Sulawesi provincial capital, one of the perfect locations for your vacation. From 1971 to 1999, the city was named Ujung Pandang after a precolonial fort in the city, and the two names are often used interchangeably.

In the 16th century, Makasar was the dominant trading center in eastern Indonesia. Thanks to success, the city has a variety of an interesting historical heritage to be visited.

As far as the eye can see, the city is surrounded by the sea that is so vast and beautiful, and well known to many tourist. although you cannot find the sand there, it will be a memorable experience just sitting on the beach, waiting for the sunset.

Makassar offers an interesting historical heritage to be visited, Fort Rotterdam. The fortress housed the former residence of past Kings of Gowa and their families. Until now, the mansion is still well maintained, even becoming one of the best historical attractions in Makassar. Another unique beach is the Losari Beach, stretching approximately 4 km. You can enjoy the sunrise and sunset without having to worry about cramming into a spot with other visitors.

Moving slightly towards the mountains, Makassar hides another attractive tourist destination, known as Bantimurung Waterfall. This waterfall is located in the town of Maros, approximately 140 km from the city. The waterfall is 20 m wide and 15 m tall, and because of its location in the mountain, the water is still very pure.

Besides the coolness that keeps the tourist coming back, Bantimurung Waterfall is one of habitat area for countless species of the world's rare butterflies, aptly named "The Kingdom of Butterfly" by Dutch colonies.

Since September 2009, Makassar was home to the Trans Kalla--the biggest indoor theme park in Southeast Asia and third largest in the world. The theme park is located in Tanjung Bunga.

If you are interested to visit Makassar, you don't need to worry. The city has an easy access: Makassar's Hasanuddin Airport.



Accommodation varies, with hotels starting from IDR 300.000 for an adequate room service. And getting around the city of Makassar using the Pedi cab only cost IDR 15.000.

Toba Lake

Toba Lake

World famous is the crater Toba Lake in the Batak highlands; approximately five hours drive from Medan. Toba Lake is the largest lake in South East Asia and also one of the most spectacular, surrounded by tall mountains and with the large island of Samosir in the middle. If we descend from the mountain we see the lake glittering in all its beauty. The Dutch writer Rudy Kousbroek even called Toba Lake, 'the most beautiful place on earth'. Most visitors stay on the peninsula of Tuk Tuk on Samosir, named after the linguist Herman Neubronner van der Tuuk. In general people stay several days on Samosir to discover the island, to visit traditional Batak villages, to swim in the lake and go to the hot springs in Pangururan.

The centerpiece of North Sumatra, Lake Toba's bracing climate and magnificent panoramas clear the mind and soothe the soul. For decades a magnet from regional and foreign visitors alike, Toba has developed into a full-featured highland resort while retaining the rustic charm and relaxed ambiance that define Toba's attraction. Formed by a stupendous prehistoric volcanic explosion, the 100 km long lake is the largest in Southeast Asia and one of the deepest and the highest in the world. The drama of that cataclysmic birth persist in 500 meter cliffs dropping into the blue-green waters, surrounded by steep, pine covered sloped, the climate is fresh and pleasant, with just enough rain to support the lush vegetation.

Toba Lake is a 100kms x 30kms volcanic lake in North Sumatra, Indonesia. Toba Lake has become one of the main tourist attractions for a long time in North Sumatra apart from Bukit Lawang and Nias, visited by both domestic and foreign tourist.

The Origin of Toba Lake

It is estimated that Toba Lake was formed during a volcanic eruption about 73.000-75.000 years ago and which was the most recent super volcano eruption. Bill Rose and Craig Chesner from Michigan Technological University estimated that volcanic materials that were spewed out the mountain totaling 2800km3, with 800km3 ignimbrites rock and 2000km3 volcanic ash that is estimated was blown (wind) to the west for 2 weeks. This incident caused mass death (destruction) and to several species also causes extinction. According to some DNA proof, this eruption also shrinks the humankind population to around thousands back then.

After this eruption, a caldera was formed that was filled by water afterwards and now known as Toba Lake. The pressure from the dormant magma, which has not yet erupted, caused Samosir Island to emerge. The region that now known as Samosir Island originally was a peninsula that attached to the Sumatran mainland. In this peninsula the Netherlands built the water canal 10 m width.

For the first time visitors, going through Medan-Parapat route seeing a lake as big as that made Samosir appear like an amazing grand island. However, the island perspective will certainly faded with the increase in Toba plateau visitor, Nias and the other places in the south, through Medan-Berastagi route. Samosir occupied a central geographical position in the Toba plateau region. With the declaration of the Toba Samosir Regency (the inhabitants 302.000 lives, the area with wide of 3.440 km including the lake) it finally ascend from only a shadow into a Regency. Moreover, the width of Samosir Island exceed Singapore (647 km), in fact Toba Lake almost twice bigger than Singapore. The Samosir image in tourism books as the backpackers location must be changed because this historic place must restore the greatness of its past.

Legend of Toba Lake

Once upon a time, lived a young orphan farmer in the northern part of the Sumatran Island. This area was very dry. The young man lived from farming and fishing. One day he went fishing, he already fishing for half of the day but still not getting any fish yet. So he returned home for the day turns to night, but when he nearly left he saw a big beautiful golden fish, he then caught the fish and brought it home. He intended to cook the fish right away but watched the beauty of this fish he then cancelled his intention. He chose to keep it as pet, and then he placed it in a big pond and feed it. On the next day, like usual, he went to his farm, and on the noon he comeback home, to have lunch. But when he arrived in his house he was very startled for the meal had prepared to be eaten. He then fears that the fish might be stolen, and then hastily he ran to the back of his house.

However, the fish was still in place, for a long time he thinks, “Who cooks those meals”, but because his is very hungry, he ate those meals. But this incident continued to occur again repeatedly, every time he came home for lunch, the meals are prepared on the table. Then one day this young man made a strategy to find out who cooks those meals, the next day he then began to commence his strategy, he then hide around the trees close to his house. He was waiting for a long time, but the smoke in his kitchen still has not been seen, and when he then intended to return home, he began to see the smoke in the kitchen.

"Hey woman, who are you, and where are you came from?” the woman began to drop tears, and then the young man saw his fish was no longer in the pond. He asked the woman, “hey woman, where is the fish in that pond?” the Woman cried intensely, but this young man continued to ask and finally the woman answers, “I was the fish that was caught by you”. The young man then startled, but because he felt that he had hurt the feelings this woman, then he said, “Hey woman, did you want to become my wife??” the Woman then startled, he stay quiet, then the young man said “Why are you silent??” Then the woman said, “I wanted to become your wife. But with one condition.” ”What is the condition?” the young man quickly asked, the woman then said, “In the future if our child was born and grew, never even once you said that he/she was anakni Dekke (child of a fish) ”. The young man then agreed to that condition and swore he will never say it.

Then they were married and granted a child. When the child was 6 years old, this child turn to be very naughty. Then one day the mother told her child to deliver meals to his father field, the child then went to deliver rice to his father. But in the middle of the trip, this child was felt hungry, then the child opened food package for his father, and ate the food. After finished eating, the child then wrapped it back and continued the trip to his father's field. On arrival the child gave the food package to the father, the father was very happy, the father then sat and immediately opened the food package that was sent by his wife to be carried by his child. But he was very startled when he opened the package there is only bones remained. The father then asked his child “Hay my child, why there are only bones left in this package??” And the child answers,” In my trip I felt hungry, so I ate the food.” Listened to that the father was very angry, he then slap his child and said, "Botul maho anakni dekke (Why you child of a fish),". The child is then ran home crying and ask to his mother “Mak, Olo do na in dokkon amangi, botul do au anakni dekke? (Mother, is it true what father said, that I am a child from a fish?) ” Heard his child's words his mother was startled. While dropping tears and saying in her heart, “My husband has violated his swore, and now I must return to my place.” Then the sky was suddenly become dark followed with lightning, thunder, storm, and rain. The child and the mother disappeared, from their footprint emerged a spring that flowed water as swiftly as possible. Until this area was turned into a lake, that was named as “Tuba Lake” the lake without mercy, but because of the bataks was difficult to say “Tuba”, then this lake was mentioned as

 TOBA LAKE.

According to the local Citizen, the mother return as a huge fish (the lake guardian), and until today no one is able to measure the depth of this lake. Many tourists that tried to dive into the lake but never return. The lake depth in the book is only estimation not as a fact.

Karimunjawa Paradise Island

Karimun Jawa  is one of the destinations to visit for your holiday. Karimunjawa is an archipelago on 27 islands in the Java Sea, 90 kilometres

northward of Jepara, Indonesia.

Karimun is the main island however other major island include Nyamunk Island,

Kemohan Island, Parang Island and Genting Island.

Karimunjawa Paradise Cottage   is located on the main island. The cottage is on a hill and is less then 5 minutes by vehicle from harbor.

It is approximately 350 square metres located in 32.775 square metres private

property.

The cottage is designed to accommodate just two couples. However there is

folding bed in the living room to accommodate another couples or children.

  Many activities can be enjoying for all guests; adult and kid. The best time to go to Karimunjawa is on March through October. However private time or reguler activities are available through out the year. 

On Lands

Walking and hiking on local village excursions, the national park rain forest and mangrove adventures.

In The Water

Refresh your body and mind by snorkeling or diving. Our staff will take you to the beautiful ocean for snorkeling or diving. You also could rent banana boat and a glass bottom boat to see coral reef and fish in crystal water.

On The Water

Fishing trip around Karimunjawa Island and bring your catch back to our staff. He will prepare it as you wish for dinner. Renting a local boat to go and see around the beautiful and fascinating places such as Shark breeding, Barracuda breeding and Turtle breeding in Menjangan kecil island and also you can swimming with the shark. There are many ship wreck around the Island of Karimunjawa; one of the objects must to see. You can visit to the other islands because every island has its unique.

Local Culture

The local people are friendly and they are from different cultures. You can go and see Kampong Bugis with its Rumah Bugis.

The Beauty of Sempu Island

 Spanning from east to west over 3.9 kilometers, with beaches that are aligned with steep and lime caved cliffs. That is, at a glance, the picture of ‘Pulau Sempu’ located in the eastern part of Java Island.

‘Pulau’ (island) ‘Sempu’ is located about 70 kilometers south of the center of ‘Malang’ city, East Java. Technically, this island is a nature reservation under the jurisdiction of the ‘BKSDA’ IV (natural resources conservation station) in Malang. While from a government administrative point of view the area is included in the Biru Settlement. ‘Tambakrejo’ Village, ‘Sumbermanjing Wetan’ Sub-District, Regency of ‘Malang’, of East Java.

The area of the island stretches 3.9 kilometers from east to west, and 3.6 kilometers from north to south. The topography of the island is for almost 50% made up of hilly plains, with slopes ranging from average to steep, at altitudes of 50 to 100 meters above sea level. The larger part of the beaches aligned with steep lime rock cliffs, which is the characteristic of the islands along the Indian Ocean.

This character is also specific for the islands along the south and east of Java Island. Certainly, such terrain makes it difficult for the fishermen to moor their boats. But, such a condition also decides that the ‘Sendang Biru’ Beach, which is located north of ‘Sempu’ island, has quiet waves. Because of that, this beach is the safest harbor along the southern stretch of the Indian Ocean, and is the largest fish landing spot along the southern beach of Java Island.

The merits of ‘Pulau Sempu’ for the fishermen of ‘Sendang Biru’ Beach are indeed invaluable. Its sturdy shape with steep cliffs, neutralize the vicious waves of the southern seas. So it is not surprising to sometimes find fishermen performing the slalom test on this 3.9 kilometers long beach with its quiet waters.

‘Pulau Sempu’ is separated from Java Island only by a 800 meters wide strait, which is also used as the gate to the open sea. Its waves are relatively quiet, appropriate for fishing, rowing, or swimming. As according to the land maps, the type of soil in the area of this island is of a ‘litosol’ compound and reddish brown Mediterranean, and includes even the main limestone formation.

The only natural cave found on ‘Pulau Sempu’ has its own specialty. The cave that is located around 2.5 kilometers from the ‘Teluk’ (bay) ‘Sumber’ Beach line is 25 meters above sea level and holds sources of sweet water. The cave is 20 meters long and 3 meters wide with a dry surface. It is highly strategic place for those who like to meditate, or just seek solitude.

Along the even steeper south side, there are also some sea caves. The sea caves along the east and southeast sides have become the settlements of numerous swallows. But, because of its highly steep location, none of the local fishermen dare to pick the birds nests.

A visit to ‘Pulau Sempu’ feels like being at the ‘Bogor’ Safari Park. Wildlife like deer’s, black monkeys, boars, and panthers often teasingly cross the visitors paths. It is not surprising then that this area often provokes the hunter to cleave into its forests. According to the data at the Forest Office of East Java, the area still holds 12 species of mammals, 36 species of fowls, and 3 species of reptiles. With this variety of flora and fauna the management of the island, i.e. ‘BKSDA’ IV in ‘Malang’, has developed the area into a tourist destination.

The other uniqueness that can be found on this island is the existence of two lakes, the lake ‘Lele’ and ‘Segara Anakan’. At lake ‘Lele’ a variety of colorful decorative fish can be found in abundance. While from ‘Segara Anakan’ one can freely enjoy a view of the open sea.

You won’t encounter any problems getting to these lakes, because the ‘Malang BKSDA’ IV has built footpaths from ‘Teluk Semut’ (Ant Bay). While to get to Lake ‘Lele’, a 2.3 kilometers long footpaths has been built from ‘Teluk Waru’ and The White Sand coast, which can be covered on foot in 2 hours.

Besides all those uniqueness, ‘Pulau Sempu’ also holds other tourist attractions like The White Sand coast, which is the gate to this island. The natural scenery at The White Sand coast is also not less fascinating. From here you can see clearly all of the fishermen’s activities. A variety of boats with its range of decorations can be seen coming and going to the open sea. And when dusk falls, the process of the sun setting into the horizon, can also be seen from this bright white sand beach. It is also along The White Sand coast that the visitor’s boats are moored before they continue the journey to ‘Pulau Sempu’.

Although its status is a nature reservation, the management of ‘Pulau Sempu’ has changed this into an Eco-tourist destination of East Java. This is in line indeed with the condition which holds feasible tourism potential to be offered to tourists. And when compared to the other eco-tourist destinations, ‘Pulau Sempu’ indeed still feels natural. But, it is that genuinely that leaves this island feasible as an Eco-tourism destination, at the same time a place to preserve the wildlife in it.

Other beauty that could be experienced in the ‘Sempu’ Island was how could swim in very clear water (in ‘Segara Anakan’) and for had snorkeling hobbies was able generously to enjoy underwater scenery because this place had been the cultivation of the coral reef without must be frightened to get dragged by wave. ‘Sempu’ got lake that mentioned with ‘Segara Anakan’. This place more was similar to small lake that was surrounded his limiting high coral stone with the open sea, south sea or Indonesian Sea that has big waves. The supply of water to this lake came from hollow coral big in the middle, which periodically presented picturesque scenery spots of pounding water of the wave that bashed coral. Some water flowing entered ‘Segara Anakan’.

Apart from swimming in the giant’s pond, the visitor could also relax in a playing manner coastal volleyball. For that liked the atmosphere of original nature, far from modern life noise, the ‘Sempu’ Island gave the solution, only indeed should not hope for had the luxurious hotel, apart from the bed that was carried personally. Nearby same could be climbing coral that orbited ‘Segara Anakan’, from on top of our coral could see the pounding of the wave of the open sea that eroded the giant cliff, very beautiful indeed.

Bunaken Island

As one of the excellent tourism city of Manado (North Sulawesi provincial capital), Bunaken National Park is touted as the world's most beautiful marine park. Bunaken Island famous for its extensive coral reef formations and beautiful. As nature conservation areas or national parks in Indonesia, Bunaken Island dive sites often used by domestic tourists and foreign tourists.

Of municipal government records Manado, Bunaken Island is one of five islands located a few kilometers from the coast of Manado City. Bunaken Marine Park area of ​​75.26 hectares of the most famous was situated very close to Manado, also includes the island of Manado Tua, Siladen island, island Mantehage, and Nain island. Its location is strategic enough - about 8 km from the mainland city of Manado - and can be reached within a half to two hours, making the National Park is easily visited by tourists.

Moreover, Bunaken Island are among the 10 most popular diving places in the world. This place is visited by many tourists, especially divers because it offers a spectacular dive to a depth of 100 meters complete the charm of beautiful coral reef in it with warm sea water is refreshing.

Bunaken marine park has a 20 point dive (dive spots) with varying depths of up to 1344 meters. Of the 20 point dive, dive 12 points of which are located around Bunaken Island. The 12-point dive is the one most often visited by divers and lovers of the beauty of underwater scenery.

 Most of the 12 point dive in Bunaken Island lined up from the southeast to the northwest of the island. In this region there is a great underwater walls, also called the hanging walls, or walls of the giant rock that stands vertically and curved upward. The wall rock is also a food source for fish in the waters around Bunaken Island.

How to reach the location can be achieved through the Port of Manado by motorboat to the island Siladen. While the Blue Banter Marina, the location can be achieved by using a yacht that is available to the tourist area on Bunaken Island in the distance of about 10-15 minutes. While the Port of NDC (Nusantara Diving Center) in District Molas, dive sites in Bunaken Island can be reached by speed boat in about 20 minutes. The best visiting season is a month from May to August each year.

Bunaken Marine Park is representative of Indonesian tropical water ecosystems consisting of mangrove ecosystems, seagrass beds, coral reefs, and terrestrial or coastal ecosystems. In the north of the island of Bunaken, Manado Tua island, island Montehage, Siladen island, the island of Nain, Nain Small island, and some coastal areas of Cape Pisok. While in the southern Cape coast includes some of Coconut.

Potential land islands in the national park is rich in species of palm, sago, woka, silar and coconut. Animal species that live on the mainland and the coast, among others, Sulawesi black macaques and deer.

This type of vegetation that grows in mangroves National Park is rich with various kinds of crab, shrimp, mollusks and various types of sea birds such as gulls, herons, sea virgin, and cangak sea.

Recorded at least 13 coral species live in the waters of Bunaken National Park, with the dominant type of fringing reefs and coral reef barrier. The most interesting is the vertical cliffs that extend as far as 25-50 meters.

Approximately 91 species of fish found in the waters of Bunaken National Park. Among the most famous horses are fish gusumi, OCI white, yellow tail lolosi, and goropa.

Some tourists say that Bunaken is "Amazing Paradise in the World!

Although I was born and grew up in the city of Manado, I'm just visiting this marine park once when I was sitting dibangku school (smp). At that time I did not dive to depths, but only occasionally swam beside the boat while diving to see the beautiful underwater panorama.

I guess this is one of the wonders of the world which belongs to Indonesia to continue preserved.