Tanjung Benoa & Turtle Island

Tanjung Benoa & Turtle Island


Glass Bottom Boat, & Turtle Island , tourism is the most suitable if you do bring your children are still small. With a boat underneath you have clear glass, you'll be sailing down the sea aquarium to see you there in the Tanjung Benoa beach. While the bread cast from the boat, the fish will rise and chase the food. The amount and hundreds of colored tails. Similarly scenic coral sea do good. Once satisfied to see the scenery, the boat will cruise to the turtle island , to see the cultivation of the turtle, animalcule quite rare existence. Here you will see a turtle eggs I sit, and still do it small, turtle adolescents up to the adult turtle is ready to become a parent. Type of turtle is not only one, but there are several types. In addition, at this location there are also other animals such as birds, bats, snakes, etc. I very tame, so you can hold for a photo.
This activity takes approximately 1 hour.
Duration of Games: 1 hour
Price: Rp.550.000, -/boat and Rp.1.000.000, --


Parasailing

Parasailing is a game where you will be wearing a parachute and skydiving resort by speed boat around the coast of Tanjung Benoa. So just like skydiving. One game this time round about 4 minutes in the air. Altitude connecting strap between the parachute with boat speed of approximately 80 meters. So flight tolerable level. The game is certainly very challenging and full of fun.
Duration of Games: 1 round
Price: Rp. 135.000/orang

Games JET SKI

Games JET SKI vehicle use on beaches, such as a motorcycle. Jet ski here you can not ride alone, must be accompanied by instructors, as in the Tanjung Benoa beach there are lots of boats and other Water sport activities, so the collision can be avoided. Do not worry, the instructor, this will only drive from the edge toward the beach to the sea, there to guide you there, turn, lift the instructor. Game time is 15 minutes. If you want exciting drive, try a lunge waves you have .. then you will feel the sensation driving this jet ski.
Duration of Games: 15 minutes
Price: Rp 200.000, -/orang

BANANA Boat Games

Banana Boat boat rubber sole, you will be attracted by speed boat around the coast within 15 minutes. Banana boat cargo capacity is maximal 4 people plus 1 person as assistant instructors. You can ask to enter the water during the boat is running, or if not wet .. you're normal. Less exciting is the main banana boat into the water without
Duration of Games: 15 minutes
Publish Price: 110,000

LOSARI BEACH

Losari Beach


Brief History
Losari beach is a limelight of Makassar city. In the past, As there were many food tent and stalls standing in a row (1 km in length), the beach had ever been called as a beach with the longest table in the world. Nowadays, those food tents and stalls had been relocated in a place nearby the beach. The government of Makassar city has built a 10 km square of ships‘ bridge in order to beautify the beach.

Distinctive Features
Many enchantment sceneries can be found there. You can watch the detail of sun‘s movements when it is going to rise or set there. While enjoying its beauty, the waves pounding the shore and soft breeze zephyr will always accompany you.
You may enjoy any kind of fresh sea food in the floating restaurants above Phinisi Ship (Kind of traditional ship from Sulawesi) that will offer you with various menus such as Pari fish, lobster, and squid foods. Its costs are about Rp. 7.500,00 to Rp. 25.000,00 / portion.
You will also find some cuisines that can only be found in Makassar like Pisang Epek (raw banana is burned, and made flat, mixed with water and palm sugar. Most delicious eaten while still warm), Pisang Ijo, Coto Makassar, and Konro Soup. You can get free internet access by hot spot along the beach.

Location
It lies in the downtown of Makassar city in Penghibur street, west of Makassar city, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia.

Access
It can be easily accessed with 15 minutes journey from Sukarno Hatta harbor in Makassar. It will be 45 minutes from Hasanuddin Airport by car or motorcycle.

Accommodation and Other Facilities
If you are eager to go around the city enjoying its beauty, there are many public transportation services that will help you. Many hotels, restaurants, cafés along the Penghibur street directly facing to the shore will create a great vacation of yours. In Somba Opu street, nearby the beach, there is a shop center that is well known as the center of gold industry and souvenir of Makassar city.

NATUNA ARCHIPELAGO

Natuna Archipelago


The Natuna Islands are a 272-island archipelago of Indonesia, located in the Natuna Sea between east and west Malaysia and Kalimantan. The islands are officially part of the Riau Archipelago Province. Natuna is one of the northernmost island groups of Indonesia. The main islands of Natuna Archipelago are Natuna, South Natuna and Tambelan. The South Natuna group comprises the islands of Serasan, Panjang and Subi. The Anambas archipelago, located several hundred kilometers to the west and comprising Terempa, Matak and Jemaja Andriabu Island, are also sometimes included in the Natuna Islands.

Natuna can however offer unspoiled beaches and a landscape and a culture that is absolutely worth a visit. The islands are known for lovely woven textiles and their traditional dance. The Natuna islands are spread over a wide area, located in the South China Sea between east and west Malaysia, Kalimantan and Singapore. The main groups of islands are Anambas to the west, Natuna, south Natuna and Tambelan. One of the largest natural gas fields in the world has been found here, The Natuna gas field in the North and South Natuna archipelago is believed to have 222 trillion cubic feet of natural gas in reserve, 46 trillion of this can be recovered. In the future the Natuna Natural Gas Project will be very important for Indonesia's economy.

Topography
Based on the physical condition, Kabupaten Natuna land is hilly and montane rock. Low and found a lot of land along the coast. Altitude region between districts enough variety, that is in the range of 3 up to 959 meters above sea level with a slope of between 2 to 5 meters. In general, the structure of the land consists of land podsolic red from yellow, rocky soil that essentially have the granite, and alluvial and gley soil and humus Organosol.


Ecology
The Natuna Islands have a remarkable avifauna with 71 species of bird registered, including the near-threatened Lesser Fish-eagle, the Natuna Serpent-eagle or the rare endemic Silvery Wood-Pigeon. Among other species endangered species, we find the Green Iora, the Brown Fulvetta or the Green Broadbill.

Natuna Besar
Natuna Besar (or Ranai) is the largest and northernmost of the islands and also one of the northernmost points in Indonesia. Here we can find lovely corral reefs and a large variety of fish. The population is relatively small, but some people have been moved here by the government from other islands in Indonesia and grow products like peanuts and peas. Mount Ranai, the highest mountain in Natuna archipelago at 1.035 m, is located on this island. There are some great areas for diving here, the waters of the South China Sea around the island can offer an unique underwater world, the coral is normally found within five to ten meters below sea level and 50 to 750 meters from the shore. Smaller islands like Senoa to the northeast can also offer white beaches and coral reefs, Panjang to the northwest is known for the protected green turtle, and can be reached by boat from Natuna Besar in 30 minutes. Totally there are about 20 small islands surrounding Natuna Besar.

South Natuna
South Natuna is located between Natuna Besar and the Kalimantan mainland, the main islands here are Serasan, Panjang and Subi. The islands have a strong surf and impressive scenery.

KARIMUN JAWA ISLAND

Karimun Jawa Island


Karimun is one of the most important islands in Riau Archipelago, due to its thriving economy and proximity to Singapore. Tanjung Balai Karimun is a medium-sized town, with a large Chinese community and shops selling a large variety of imported items. The town is linked by both sea and air. Terkulai and Soreh are resort islands nearby which are popular with holidaymakers.

History
Karimun regency in the beginning was a small town with the name of Tanjung Balai Karimun and with its status as a sub district town with the area of only 275 sq km. Tanjung Balai Karimun, from the scope of history, cannot be separated from its main regency that is Riau islands. Based on the decree of delegation of the Republic of Indonesia, the province of central Sumatra on may 18, 1956 joined the republic of Indonesia, and Riau island were given the status as level II autonomy region which is led by a regent as head of the region who supervised 4 (four) districts, that are:

* Tanjung Pinang District, which covered sub district of South Bintan (incoming East Bintan, Galang, West Tanjung Pinang and East Tanjung Pinang now).
* Karimun District which covered sub district of Karimun, Kundur and Moro.
* Lingga District which covered sub district of Lingga, Singkep and Senayang.
* Tujuh Island District which covered sub district of Jemaja, Siantan, Midai, Serasan, Tambelan, West Bunguran and East Bunguran.

Karimun district, later were abolished based on the decree of governor, head of the level I region of Riau dated August 9, 1964 no. Up/247/5/1965. Based on such stipulation, as of January 1, 1966, all administrative territory of the district in the Riau Islands regency was abolished. It is written the history that in glory of Riau Lingga kingdom when it took over the famous Johor kingdom, most parts of Riau islands territory were in the authority of kingdom of Riau Lingga. It is mentioned that the glorious time of Riau can be depicted by the incoming flow of international commerce since there were so many foreign traders lived in Bandar Riau. Furthermore, it was explained also about the prosperity of this Riau territory, especially at the time his young majesty King Ali held the power. Riau had experienced rapid development. Such historical meanings had implicated the economic situation in this territory nowadays.

Along with the spirit of regional autonomy, then on October 12 law no. 53, 1999 was stipulated which stated that Karimun regency together with kundur and moro regency were merged to one regency with the name of Karimun regency, with position at the same level with other regencies in Indonesia.

BANJARMASIN FLOAT MARKET

Banjarmasin Float Market

An Historical Note
Banjarmasin city is one of the big cities in Indonesia, which is located in one of the largest in Indonesia, namely Kalimantan. Banjarmasin into the region in this province of South Kalimantan, as quoted from the Jakarta regional government website, has a broad approximately 72 km per terms, or approximately 0.22 percent of the area of South Kalimantan.

Be split by the river Martapura provide distinctive characteristics of community life, especially the river water as a means of transportation, trade and tourism. Banjarmasin is the capital of the province as a center of trade and tourism. This city got the nickname City Air exhausted land, which some centimeter below the surface of the sea water. The most famous market in Chennai is a float.

The presence of the market itself does not float free from the history of the city of Banjarmasin. As quoted from some source, in the year 1526 Sultan Riau kingdom founded at the Kuin and Barito rivers which then became the embryo of the city of Banjarmasin. At the river edge is also a traditional trading center began to develop. In addition to the market float in Muara Kuin Banjarmasin, float other markets we can find in the Lok Baintan located on the River Martapura. But the market does not float here sepopuler Muara Kuin Banjarmasin may be due to the location is far enough from the city center.

To be able to enjoy eksotic floating market, we can rent a motor boat which is called water Kelotok. Rental price of a Kelotok ranged from Rp50.000 to Rp70.000 depending on the number of passengers. Travel from the center of the Kuin floating market of Banjarmasin take about 1 hour by boat kelotok, while the land transportation only takes about 15 minutes.

Mediahalo as quoted from the May 2006 edition, using the boat kelotok we can see the culture of the Banjar people sell vegetables, pastry, food and drink typical Banjarmasin, such as Soto Banjar can enjoy from the boat (if not using kelotok) or can be deal directly from the boat to the boat. Floating market is held each day starting at 5 am to 8 am.

Flower Island
Location near the market area there are floating HWAPK - rambai types of plants grow, jingah, piai, and mangrove and acacia - are now treated by Pemkab local, is the largest habitat for the monkeys benign type of gray. monkey bekantan more types of habitat on the island of surprised.

Fried bean skin is enough to invite a flock guard tame. Some tails warik a child's body, even the head, clothes are not clean anymore. A risk with the 'brother'. Thus, the 'kingdom' monkey is not necessary to dress it all the withdrawal to go to malls.

No need to fear there is a body guard, as the diviner (bring a stick of bamboo) accompany the faithful visitor. Believe it or not, if you run out of food eaten by groups warik, which they say will have to give blessings. Of course, one group of monkeys with the other groups do not disrupt each other. Unique, the food and beverage vendors in this area have never taken the monkey.

Perhaps form the flower island of sand and soil sediment since 1825. The other version this island is a place where the pilgrimage for the descendants of Chinese population. Each pilgrimage, they sow various flowers

THE CAVE MAHARANI

The Cave Maharani

Lamongan district, East Java, has a quite famous cave, the cave Maharani. This cave is about 500 meters from the beach north of Java and the depth is 25 meters below the surface. Cave with a 2500 m2 is found on 6 August 1992 by a group of phosphate mining are Sunyoto. Maharani cave and inaugurated by Regent Lamongan on 10 March 1994 as one of the tourism in the District Lamongan.

For some people, I have considered Maharani excess compared to other caves in Indonesia because the cluster has a stalagmite-stalaktit captivating. Elegancy Gua Maharani Palace can be equated with the Altamira Cave in Spain, Mammoth Cave in the United States, and Cave Coranche in France.

Lime stones that are formed in this cave is very different form of attention. Stalaktit and stalagmite are called Lingga Pratala (vital tool like men), Yoni Pratiwi (vital tool women), Cempaka Tirta (flowers dangle), Coral lizard king (like dinosaurs), Selo Gajah (elephant-like head), interest roses, trees Beringin and various other forms of the unique and beautiful. According to research Dr. K.R.T. Khoo, a cave expert from the Foundation Speleologi in Indonesia Bogor, stalaktit and stalagmite in the cave Maharani Palace is still "alive" and continue to grow about 1 cm every ten years.

Cave complex in the Maharani, dozens of lights styled in such a way to highlight the cluster stalaktit-stalagmite, reflective color so that captivate. So that visitors feel more comfortable in the cave in also equipped with a music player that reflect rhythmic songs and the slow fan to add a fresh atmosphere.

If not satisfied because only enjoy the scenery in the cave, tourists can enjoy the recreational arena tour charming Lamongan that is in front of the cave complex. Lamongan tour is a charming beach arena tour with a variety of facilities and dexterity games, sports arena has a go-kart and motor-cross, world water, and other recreational facilities.

Cave Maharani Palace is located in Tanjung frog, District Paciran, Lamongan regency, East Java.

This cave was opened to the public every day at 07.30-12.00 pukul 13.00-17.00 WIB and WIB. To go to cave Maharani Palace, visitors can go from either direction Lamongan town of Tuban and Surabaya, the Maharani Cave is located in the curb between Tuban, Gresik, East Java.

Distance between Surabaya-Lamongan about 70 km, so that it can be applied to the time + 1.5 hours using the public vehicle (bus) or private vehicle. While the direction of the Tuban 30 km distance, visitors can reach Lamongan with public or private, during the half hour.

Maharani Cave visitors are ticket is Rp 3,000 per person (February 2008).

The visitors are not permitted to bring bags, jackets, and helmets / hats into the cave. Therefore, goods can be kind to the free case. If you want to immortalize a trip to this tour, the officers on site ready to be shooting directly (polaraid) and normal shooting. In addition, to increase knowledge about the specifics Maharani Cave, around the cave sold pocket book titled enchantment natural cave Maharani palace ( Pesona Gua Alam Istana Maharani ) in toad Lamongan peninsula.

LAKE TOBA

Lake Toba

Lake Toba is one of the largest lake in the world, and the largest and most popular in Indonesia. Lake of the sea as more or less the extent of 100 km x 30 km. In the middle of the lake, there is a large island, Samosir Island is located at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level.

Based on research by researchers from the University of Technology Michigan, United States, in the location of Lake Toba, in the period 75,500 years ago, the explosion happened a very terrible that destroy human beings, animals and plants. Eruption that spew ash and rocks vulkanik to 2.000km3 far. Direction vomit explosion cause darkness to two weeks duration. Impact of the explosion is of a volcanic crater that large, the long run the water filled craters is that eventually form a large lake, the Lake Toba. About the existence of the island of Samosir, the form caused by magma pressure is ongoing that has not been out of the belly of the earth.

In the middle of Lake Toba, Samosir Island in the object there is a popular natural attractions, the lake on the lake (Lake and Lake Sidihoni AEK Natonang); tourism object in the history of King Sidabutar tomb complex in the Village Tomok; architecture tour and a traditional Batak house complex Toba Samosir. In Parapat, the visitors who want to visit the island of Samosir menumpangi can transport ferry which departs every jamnya to Tomok Village, Samosir.

Location of Lake Toba is located in the three districts, namely Simalungun Regency, Regency and district Ambarita Parapat, North Sumatra, Indonesia.

To reach the location of attractions, visitors can route through the City of Medan-Parapat or through-route Medan Berastagi that is approximately 176 km of the time with more than four hours with two-wheel drive / four.

KOMODO ISLAND

Komodo Island

In accordance with the name, Komodo Island is an island that is known as a habitat for native animals Komodo dragons (Varanus komodoensis), by local residents, this animal is called Ora. Up to now, Komodo animals become a source of pride because of the local income from the tourists who visit the island that has more than 4,000 lives this.

In this island, tourists can see the animal which is the Komodo lizard species in the world with an average body length reaches up to 3.13 meters and weight reached 165 kg. Travelers can also see the various activities of rare animals, such as Komodo marriage that occurred between May to August; Komodo middle eat deer, goats, pigs and witness Komodo bask in the streets and in the branch of the trees in the morning.

To protect the Komodo dragons from extinction, then in 1980 the government made the island of Komodo National Park Komodo. Six years later, namely in 1986, received this national park as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This national park consists of two large islands, the island of Padar and Rinca, which is surrounded by several smaller islands. Total area of national park land is reached 1817 km ².

Location
Komodo Island is an island located in the westernmost tip of Nusa Tenggara Timur province, bordered by West Nusa Tenggara Province. Administratively, this island including the District of Komodo, West Manggarai regency, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia.

Access Location Go
From Kupang, the capital of NTT Province, tourists can go by plane to Ende, a city on the island of Flores. Setiba there, travel to the city resumed Labuhanbajo for ten minutes using the minibus. From the city located on the western most island of Flores this trip to Komodo Island resumed using the speed boat which takes about two hours.

Entrance Ticket
Foreign tourists are charged the entrance ticket is $ 5 U.S. per person for one day, and local tourists are charged Rp 25,000 per person (March 2008).

Accommodation
On the island is found international resort, several lodging provided by the local community and also restaurants.

LOMBOK ISLAND

Lombok Island

Lombok is situated just to the east of Bali, and can be reached in just 25 minute by plane or an hour by the new fast boat service from Bali. Lombok is rapidly emerging as the new Indonesian destination and is a haven for those seeking the unspoilt beauty of the” Bali of old”. Indeed many people refer to Lombok as “ Bali 20 years ago”; however in this correct, when you want consider the landscape and cultures that are uniquely Lombok. As the old local saying goes: You Can See Bali in Lombok, but You Can Not See Lombok in Bali.
Lombok island is almost as large Bali, and like her famous sister, has a wide range of attraction and activities for all types of traveler. Wheatear you are looking for action and adventure, discovering different cultures and traditions, or lazing on perfect beaches in the sun.
The island of Lombok is the new tourism destination with a pristine environment, a fascinating culture, stunning beaches and island, jungle and waterfall, and world – class trekking on Mt. Rinjani and the island also combine these with fantastic diving, fishing and ecotourism opportunities, and an exotic tropical lifestyle, and it is obvious Lombok is winner.
Visit the small villages and town for a look at authentic lifestyles, unchanged by tourism, shop for traditional handicrafts, weaving and pottery; or witness fascinating dance and musical performances unique to Lombok. Wherever you go, you will be greeted with smiles and friendly Sasak hospitality.
Lombok island is also delight in clean oceans bordered by lovely sandy beaches, and fringed with coconut palms, Or visit the famous “GILI ISLAND” for world-class diving and snorkeling, boating and water sport. Swim in turquoise clear water by day and, at night, dine at some the bst restaurants in Lombok.

In Lombok island you will find a wide a variety of accommodation to suit your personal tastes and budgets from opulent luxury resort to quaint thatched bungalows on the beach. Enjoy sumptuous fine dining in Senggigi or eat grilled fish on the beach at Gili Island. Climb the world-famous volcano Mt. Rinjani 3726, or have a massage at the Mandra Spa, Challenge the huge waves of Bangko-Bangko, or have pedicure on Senggigi Beach. And so on…. The option are endless.

Come and discover the magic of Lombok, Get feeling stay in New Paradise in the world, and then let your imagine to fly over….!!!!

History
Lombok today has become Indonesia’s new “in” destination. Lombok ‘s area and population are just slightly smaller than Bali’s. There is cultural connection between these two islands.
The named “Lombok” is said to come from a fiery red chili pepper, used as a condiment in Indonesia, although this may be a folk etymology. Lombok also called “Bumi Gora” by the Sasak – the natives of Lombok , which means the dry farmland.

Little is known of Lombok’s prehistory, but it is mentiond in the 14th century chronicle of the great East Javanese Majapahit empire as a dependency. At this time also, Islam was introduced to Lombok and become the native’s religion up till now.
In the 17th century, Lombok was dominated by Balinese state of Karangasem and then continued by the Dutch. Lombok got its fully independence in 1949 became a part of the new province of Nusa Tenggara Barat (West Nusa Tenggara)

Geography
Lombok is a small island, which stretch just 80km from east to west and about the same distance from north to south. There are several clusters of small islands off Lombok’s coast, all called Gili, Sasak word means island. The best known islands are Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, and Gili Meno which have relaxing white sandy beaches, calm and clear water, varieties of colorful fishes, and the best snorkeling and diving in Lombok.
Lombok is also dominated by Gunung Rinjani, Indonesia’s highest volcano. Rinjani crowns a group of mountains that dominate the north – central section of the island.

Population
Lombok’s population is just over three million, dominated by Sasak (90%) and the rest is Balinese and several number of Chinese, Javanese, Bugis and Arabs. The Sasaks are Muslim and have much common with the Javanese. They have spread over central and eastern Lombok. Most of the Balinese lived in the western part of Lombok.

Society
In Lombok, artistic activity is strong in certain village but rare in others. Cultural performances are far less frequent than in Bali. Dance and music are directly tied to cultural identity in Lombok and particularly custom relating to birth, circumcision, courtship, and marriage.
The large Balinese minority in western Lombok retain their temple festivals and performing arts only at the festival.

IJEN CRATER (KAWAH IJEN)

Ijen Crater (Kawah Ijen)

The volcanic cone of Ijen dominates the landscape at the eastern end of Java. Crater of Ijen is filled by a spectacular turquoise blue lake, its surface streaked in wind-blown patterns of yellow sulphur.

Kawah Ijen is the world's largest highly acidic lake and is the site of a labor-intensive sulfur mining operation in which sulfur-laden baskets are hand-carried from the crater floor.

Many other post-caldera cones and craters are located within the caldera or along its rim. The largest concentration of post-caldera cones forms an E-W-trending zone across the southern side of the caldera. Coffee plantations cover much of the Ijen caldera floor, and tourists are drawn to its waterfalls, hot springs, and dramatic volcanic scenery.