Klayar Pacitan Beach

Did you know, beach Klayar Pacitan save a number of amazing natural beauty. You can find the charm and uniqueness on the white sand, the rock like a giant Sphinx, natural fountains up to 10 meters, as well as rocks with unique form and treats flute ocean.

Administratively, the beach is located in the district of Pacitan Klayar Donorojo, precisely in the village of Kalak, Pacitan, East Java. From downtown Pacitan, Klayar beach can be reached by traveling a distance of 40 km to the west of Pacitan, spend time traveling for about 1 hour.

Klayar beach is one beach in East Java charming. Its popularity is not yet as famous as Goa Gong in Pacitan or Teleng Ria Coast. But in general, this beach has been well known among the people of East Java as one of the attractive coastal tourist destinations.

Klayar charm charming panorama of the beach this is a viable thing you put in your travel plans. But please note that access to the beach is somewhat less easy. If you visit the beach Klayar Pacitan, you will find a section of the road has not been paved in their entirety as well as some parts are damaged.

In addition, you also have to pass through the winding streets and up and down, a thing that requires you to be more careful in driving. But on arrival at the beach, you will be presented with a beautiful view of the beach.

Tourist infrastructure problems have been anticipated by the local government and executed in Pacitan tourism development plan. Tourism development is quite important given the traffic visit the trip to the beach lovers Klayar Pacitan shows an upward trend over time.

In a typical day, you probably will only see the local fishermen activities on the beach Pacitan this one. But at a time when the holiday arrives, Klayar beach is one of the favorite domestic tourists visited, some of which are foreign tourists.

Arriving at the beach Klayar, you can see two rocks as high as a coconut tree on the east side of the beach. Coral beach that is the icon Klayar Pacitan. On the back of the reef, there are other corals withstand the brunt of the southern ocean waves. One thing that is interesting, among rocks tersebuat there is a giant rock can be said to be similar to tourist attractions Tanah Lot in Bali.

Klayar Beach address: Kalak Village, District Donorojo, Kab. Pacitan, East Java
GPS Coordinates: -8.223808,110.947473  

Interesting thing at Klayar Beach Pacitan  

Klayar beach has a lot of cliffs and some of them perforated by the brunt of the waves, also jejaran tree head in the coastal region. One thing to remember is you are not allowed to swim at this beach given the relatively large waves and the many cliffs. 

Klayar on the beach, you can find a unique thing, namely flute ocean. This ocean flute is a term for the phenomenon where there are existing basin at the bottom of cliffs or rocks on the beach. Currently this basin hit by the waves of the sea, the sea water out gushes to the surface through the sidelines rocky and produce a beautiful sound like the sound of the flute.

A unique thing is you can find a statue that resembles the shape of the Sphinx as it existed in Egypt. This uniqueness is formed due to the many high cliffs in the coastal region Klayar that when viewed from a distance, offering views like the Sphinx. You can of course climb this cliff, but it should keep the safety precautions to remember the cliff is quite steep and high.

If you glanced westward from the coast Klayar, there is a bigger cliffs and towering to a height reaching up to 50 meters. This cliff is one cluster of coral in coastal resorts Klayar Pacitan. Exotic scenery you can imagine like a place reliance Noah's ark.

Klayar on the beach, you can witness the phenomenon in which the brunt of the waves hitting the rocks will create an even fountain height reaches 10 meters. This beautiful scenery is the result of strong bursts of sea water that goes through the bottom of the rocks.

You can also watch some local residents to climb a coconut tree to take up water deresan. This water will then be used as a raw material for the manufacture of sugar. Water that has a sweet taste is called a "legend", you can taste it on the beach Klayar.

Arrived at dusk, sunset on the beach Klayar Pacitan is a charming one. As far as the eye could see the horizon, you will find a beautiful beach panorama treat with a natural feel that is so thick.

Travel route to Klayar Beach Pacitan

Until now, not yet available public transportation that can take you to the beach Klayar Pacitan. The most popular way to the beach is by private vehicle, whether car or motorbike. Some tourists also use the services of travel agencies to deliver the group headed to the beach this Klayar. Keep in mind, of Goa Gong Pacitan to Klayar beach is so far only about 12 km.    

If you are from Jogjakarta, the most recommended route to the beach Klayar is by taking a walk through at Gunung Wonosari. Areas to be traversed is Pathuk - Wonosari - Pracimantoro - Giribelah - border of Central Java and East Java - Punung - Klayar Beach.

If you are from Solo, then point your vehicle toward Pracimantoro, and will arrive at the junction Giribelah, turn right until arriving at the intersection Kalak. From there, you just have to go on for about 1 hour to arrive at the beach Klayar.

   

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat are tourist attractions in Papua, which has worldwide. Raja Ampat fame as one of the most attractive travel destinations have been documented in the documentary titled "Edis Paradise 3" to premiere in Switzerland. The documentary made by Avant Premiere raised the underwater natural beauty of Raja Ampat in Papua that is referred to as the Amazon of the Seas of the World. The nickname was carried because the position of the Raja Ampat central world coral triangle. Raja Ampat is included in the territory of West Papua is a group of islands with 610 islands spread, but only only 35 islands are occupied by residents.

Keep in mind that 75% of fish species in the world is located in the waters of Raja Ampat. Ocean in Raja Ampat is a natural ecosystem that is still awake kelesetariannya until now. The high value of the strategic nature of the sea in Papua led to travel Raja Ampat in Papua are protected by the laws of Indonesia.

This is to prevent the destruction of marine ecosystems act solely pursue profit business. Not without reason! Raja Ampat Tourism has become the focus of world travel at the present moment.

Tourism Raja Ampat in Papua offers a number of attractions that is in demand by foreign tourists in particular, namely diving. Diving activities (underwater diving) and snorkel in Raja Ampat will show the beauty of the underwater world of Raja Ampat in Papua that is so enchanting, with various species of fish and coral reefs that live naturally. Diving in Raja Ampat will show you a variety of different species of fish that even you have never known before. Remember, 75% of the world's fish species are in Raja Ampat. Have you seen manta rays? The body width stingray even reaches 2 m.
 

At least there are 1500 species of fish, 537 species of coral and 699 invertebrates that can be found in the underwater world of Raja Ampat. For diving, you will be accompanied by experts and using diving equipment are complete. If you ever do diving at other beaches, then you will be so amazed at the underwater beauty of Raja Ampat Papua. Coral reefs are living becomes a food source thousands of species of fish and other marine animals. Ecosystems are very natural and so dazzling that makes Raja Ampat dubbed Amazon World Ocean.

Some say tourist Raja Ampat in Papua is a hidden tourist paradise owned by Indonesia. Tourism Raja Ampat may be crowned as the natural attractions of the most fascinating underwater owned by Indonesia. Which can rival the beauty of underwater nature may only travel in Sabang Weh Island, Aceh. If the Raja Ampat are tourist attractions in the eastern part of Indonesia, then travel Sabang Weh Island is in the most western part of Indonesia.

Interestingly, both sites with his diving activities including the most attractive in the world just got a great attention of foreign tourists. The interest of foreign nationals and the number of visits to the trend of increasing time after time makes both a sea tours Indonesia has become so popular in international circles. Indeed, the journey of a domestic audience that is lost in the sea to visit tourist attractions.

Admittedly, the cost factor is the main cause that made the domestic tourist arrivals to the tourist attractions Raja Ampat Papua is still relatively small. Conditions in Papua's infrastructure is not adequate and the cost of transportation to / from Papua makes a point of interest in Papua has not visited by tourists Indonesia. Not to mention about the cost of accommodation and logistics to be incurred during enjoying the tour in Raja Ampat.
Unlike the foreign tourists who have a higher income level than the citizens of Indonesia, a better financial conditions that enable them to enjoy diving as one of the attraction's most popular Raja Ampat. It thus also seen in a tourist area in Sabang Pulau Weh Aceh. The level of foreign tourist arrivals more than domestic tourists.

Any attractions Raja Ampat?

Diving and snorkeling is one of the tourist activities Raja Ampat most famous. However, you should know that the tourist spots in Papua also has dense forest, a cluster of limestone colorful, various species of rare plants, as well as sea turtle nests on the beach.

Most tourists will surf in Raja Ampat because these sights have ocean surf is quite challenging. Some islands in the Raja Ampat is the most visited island Wayag, Waiwo Island, Coral Island, Gam Islands, and the island Arborek. If you want to see birds of paradise that become unique wildlife Papua, you can visit the islands Gam. There are 4 types of birds of paradise that live in the Gam Islands, the red bird of paradise, paradise big, small paradise, and paradise split rattan.    

If you are challenged to rock climb, go to Coral Island. On this island you will climb the rock on slopes up to 90 degrees. If successfully reached the top, you will be dazzled by the panoramic beauty of Raja Ampat. At the peak of the reef, you can see keselurahan green island surrounded by blue water.

Transportation route to Raja Ampat tourist   

To arrive at the Raja Ampat islands, the nearest place that can be reached airplanes are the town of Sorong, with a distance of about 6 hours from Jakarta. Normally the aircraft will transit in Makassar or Manado. Airlines have scheduled flights to Sorong, among others, Silk Air, Garuda Indonesia, Pelita Air and Merpati. Next, you will go Waisai, capital of Raja Ampat. Waisai city is located on the island Waigeo, one of the four main islands (the big island) in the Raja Ampat Islands. A large island in Raja Ampat is Misool Island, salawati, Batanta island, and the island Waigeo. 

Wayag Island

Do you know a place that became a haven diving in Raja Ampat? Best diving and snorkeling spot that is Wayag Island. Puppet island located west of the Raja Ampat Islands. Position Wayag Island is located in the district of West Waigeo, Raja Ampat, West Papua. Wayag island is a major icon in Raja Ampat tour. To be able to heaven Raja Ampat diving, you have to travel far enough. Therefore, the geographic location is located at the tip of Papua and became the most distant place to reach than some of the other beautiful islands in the Raja Ampat.

Activities diving and snorkeling on the island Wayag is one thing not to be missed. There was no place in Indonesia the most beautiful snorkeling on the island other than Raja Ampat Wayag this. The water is so clear, forming a shoal of fish swim in the beautiful scenery underwater nature. Coral reefs are living as part of the marine ecosystem in Raja Ampat presenting the best diving experience that you may not ever get over this.

Panorama Beautiful Wayag Island

Wayag Island in Raja Ampat is known ocean light blue and dark blue. The sea has a limestone islands that lie in harmony, overgrown with trees on it, which makes the limestone islands look like small mountains greenish. If you want to know how beautiful scenery Wayag Island travel, you can climb Coral Island. Coral Island is quite steep, need lungs strong enough to be able to climb up to the top. From the top of the Coral Island is where you can witness one of the most beautiful natural scenery in Raja Ampat, arranged like a natural paradise. Ascent takes about 30 minutes will be paid to treat the stunning natural scenery, a moment that you should capture in the camera. The stunning natural scenery is the same as that in Halong Bay Vietnam tour.

Transportation Wayag Island 

To be able to Wayag island, you can rent a boat from Sorong. Travel to Raja Ampat diving will take about 4-5 hours. It is not easy to be able to enjoy a tour Wayag Island in Raja Ampat. The cost factor is most important for consideration. If you are from outside Papua, then you will arrive at the Domine Eduard Osok (DEO). From this airport, you can then immediately proceed to Sorong Fishery Port. You can choose menggunakkan transportation (public transportation), taxi, motorcycle taxi, or even a rental vehicle. Arriving at the port, decided to immediately proceed to Waisai. Waisai is the capital of Raja Ampat. If you really want directly to Wayag Island without the need to stop at Waisai, you can use a speed boat from the port in Sorong. Speed boat rental fee is Rp 9 million per day. The trip from Sorong to Wayag Island speedboat will take about 5 hours. 

Resort and Lodging

Island Wayag no lodging. If you want to stay overnight to enjoy the beauty of the night Wayag Island, then you should bring camping equipment. Alternatively, you can go to the islands close to the island Wayag. For example, Waigeo Island which is about 3 km from the island Wayag. Wayag Island Raja Ampat are tourist attractions that are included in conservation areas. To be able to enter these conservation areas, every tourist must have an entry permit obtained by paying a fee of Rp 250 thousand for domestic tourists, and $ 500 thousand for the foreign tourists. Admission to the conservation area of ​​Raja Ampat is in the form of a pin. This pin can be purchased at JE Meridien Hotel, located just across Airport Eduard Dominik Osok, Sorong. With this pin you can enter the area of ​​Raja Ampat freely for a year without having to buy again. This pin is part of a nature conservation tag Raja Ampat.
 

For the purposes of stay, the easiest is to take lodging in Waisai (capital of Raja Ampat). In this Waisai, resorts Raja Ampat widely available. You can also search for cheap lodging Raja Ampat in this Waisai. Several resorts and inns Raja Ampat are ready to serve you there among them as follows:

    Acropora inn, the inn is owned and managed by the Department of Culture and Tourism Raja Ampat.
    Raja Ampat Dive Lodge, located on the island of Mansuar.
    Kri Eco Resort and Sorido Bay Resort, is a resort that stands next to each other and located on the island of Kri.
    Raja Ampat Dive Resort, is a resort built among forests Waigeo island with mangrove trees were green and clean.
    Papua Paradise Eco Resort, the resort is located on the island of Birie. This island is uninhabited.  

Goa Pindul Jogja

Attractions Goa Pindul Jogja is one of the popular destinations of Gunung Kidul regency in Yogyakarta, especially among caving enthusiasts. This cave so unique, present purely natural processes that form stalactites and stalagmites since hundreds of years in the past. The main allure lies in the underground streams that are peppered throughout the cave. According to a number of parties, Goa Pindul in Jogja is the stalagmite cave with the 4th largest in the world.

Located administratively in Padukuhan Event, Bejiharjo Village, District Karangmojo, Gunung Kidul District, Goa Pindul is one of a number of attractions Gunung popular. From the city of Jogjakarta, you can arrive at this cave to travel as far as 60 km.

Goa Pindul Jogja has a length as far as 350 meters with a width of 5-6 meters. The water depth in the cave reaches up to 6-7 meters, while the distance between the surface of the water with the ceiling of the cave as far as 4-5 meters. River water flowing in Goa Pindul spelled out so clean and clear. This is because the source of the river water originated from the spring Gedong Seven.

The Story attraction Pindul Jogja Goa can be traced through two versions of folk legends that are told from generation to generation.The first story tells that long ago there was a young man named Joko Singlunglung who are traveling to find her father. The ride was gone quite heavy and full of obstacles, passing through jungles, fast-flowing rivers, until the caves are dark. One time in the journey explore some caves, Joko Singlulung head hit a large rock in a cave. Goa is this that has so far named as Goa Pindul. Pindul in the Java language, means cheek or cheeks hit gebendul (Pi = cheek, Ndul = kebendul).While the second version, tells the journey Ki Juru Mertani and Ki Ageng Pemanahan sent by Panembahan Senopati in Mataram for killing the fruit of love daughter Panembahan Senopati, namely Mangir Wonoboyo of Mangiran (Bantul). However, they both do not have the heart to kill the baby and go eastwards towards Gunung, until arriving at the Karangmojo.Arriving at Karangmojo, they roll out the mat and the mat where delivery of the baby. However, the baby cried a lot until one of them decided to bathe. Ki Interpreters Mertani up the hill, then stepped on the hill with his power that causes the formation of large holes and in which there is water flow. The baby was then taken down to be bathed. Unconsciously, the baby's cheek hit a rock. Therefore, the place is called as Goa Pindul.

Address Goa Pindul: Bejiharjo village, district. Karangmojo, Gunung Kidul regency, Yogyakarta
GPS Coordinates: -7.930667,110.649444   

The charm Goa Pindul Jogja 

Natural attractions Goa Pindul Jogja offers you the activities known as "cave tubing" that lasted for 45 minutes to 60 minutes. Cave Tubing is caving activities along 350 meters by using the tube, mamakai jacket and shoes that have been offered by the management, and aims to explore the charm of the cave which has underground streams. 

Along the traverse cave, the tour guides typically give you information on the 3 zones that exist in Goa Pindul, the bright zone, the zone lit and dark zones immortal. It is an experience that is truly unique caving.

Goa Pindul Jogja is also part of the Panca Travel Bejiharjo owned by the village in the district. Gunungkidul.Pada in 2012, the Village Tourism Village Bejiharjo awarded National Best of the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Kemenparekraf). This is a significant impact on the popularity of a number of interesting landmarks in the village.

Goa Pindul addition, you can also enjoy a river Banyumoto which is a continuation of Goa Pindul and Kali Oyo, located in north Goa Pindul.

If you are interested in exploring Goa Pindul, there Pindul Cave Tubing Package offered at a very affordable price. However, this price may be different between on weekdays and holidays. In general, cave tubing package ranges from Rp 25 thousand to Rp 35 thousand per person. Facilities that you get the cover, such as a tour guide, rubber tires, rubber boots, life jacket, and head lamp.

One of the activities of the cave tour with stalactites and stalagmites are captivating also you can encounter in Goa Gong Pacitan.

Hotels in Goa Pindul Jogja

Lodging shaped hotel near Goa Pindul Jogja probably will not find, but there are many guesthouses that you can choose if you want to stay. Some of them, for example Orlinds Loji Guesthouse and Kampoeng Baron Guesthouse. You can contact the manager there or looking for lodging online

Road trip to Goa Pindul

The journey to Goa Pindul Jogja actually fairly simple, there are many signpost that will direct you to be able to get in Goa Pindul. You can choose to use a private car or riding public transportation.

If you are using a private vehicle, then from Yogyakarta to Goa Pindul can be reached via the following route:Jogjakarta - Piyungan - Patuk - Quarter Sambipitu toward Forest Bunder - Forest Bunder / Rest Area Forest Bunder (uphill and winding) - Air Base Air Force Ivory (left road) - Wonosari City - Sinyono - roundabout Sinyono (Monument Fountain BPD DIY) turn left towards Piyaman - Ringroad (T-junction) Piyaman - Hospital PKU - crossroad traffic light Budegan straight follow the main road - Pertigaan Grogol (Gate Village Bejiharjo) turn left - Follow the main road is paved up to see the words "Welcome Tourism Village Bejiharjo ".

Meanwhile, if you use public transportation, the trip may be sediki more difficult considering public transport to get to Goa Pindul very limited. From Jogjakarta, you can take a bus Jogja - Wonosari, then down in Wonosari city or fork in Grogol. Then continue the journey by taxi or public transportation to the village Bejiharjo, around Rp 10 thousand to Rp 20 thousand.