Introduction
Indonesia is like a piece of
paradise land. The natural beauty of the archipelago from Sabang to Merauke is
truly extraordinary. Tourism spots are scattered all over the country. It's no wonder
that in 2019, Indonesia was ranked 7th in the world's best tourism according to
Lonely Planet, a travel guide book and the world's largest digital media
publisher.
Indonesian tourist destinations can match the most prestigious and famous tourist attractions abroad. There are several destinations you cannot miss when you are in Indonesia. however, this write up explores seven Top Tourist Destinations in Indonesia you should visit.
1. 1. Tangkahan Ecotourism
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This is located in the area of Gunung
Leuser National Park (TNGL). It is nicknamed the Hidden Paradise in Sumatra. Tourists can explore the forest, and the river currents, bathe the elephants, camp
and enjoy the natural panorama from the suspension bridge. For those of you who
are interested in outdoor tourism, this location is perfect.
In Tangkahan Ecotourism, you can
interact directly with elephants, starting from feeding, bathing and going on
forest trips with elephants. You also can ride and trek in nature with
elephants for an hour to a 4-day trip that will take you to Bukit Lawang. The
Tangkahan Ecotourism Area is actually split by the Batang Serangan River. So,
do not be surprised if there will be many tributaries in this area.
You get to do River Tubing, which
is a lot of fun. You will be happy to enjoy the sensation of a river current
that will take you to a waterfall where you can swim in the clear and refreshing
water. On the way, you can also enjoy the natural scenery of the rainforest and
can meet many monkeys sitting on the treetops.
1. 2. Belitung
Islands
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This area was once known as the
largest tin producer in Indonesia. The characteristic feature of the beaches in
the Belitung Islands is the giant granite rocks scattered in all directions.
Crystal clear blue sea water, white sand and coconut trees on the beach. To
enjoy the natural beauty of Belitung is to visit the islands and beaches there.
You will be presented with a very cool view of the Belitung sea.
For those who don't have much
time, don't worry. You can visit all of the destinations in just one day. You
can start from Tanjung Kelayang Pier and rent the boats there. In addition to
having exotic views, the islands in Belitung are also suitable to try various
types of sports tourism such as fishing or snorkeling. There are popular
tourist spots for snorkeling. One of them is Lengkuas Island. There, you will
find various types of marine animals. If you want to fish, one of the popular
places in Tanjung Kelayang.
1. 3 Dieng Plateau
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One thing you can't miss while in
the Dieng Plateau is seeing the beauty of the sunrise from Sikunir Peak. To see
the beauty of this sunrise, you have to get up early, at around 04:00,
considering you have to do trekking which is quite far and tiring. Even though
it's a village, the Dieng Plateau has a Film Theater. Don't expect to see
Captain America or Deadpool here, no! In this theatre, visitors are educated
with stories about the Dieng Plateau, its culture, and history.
One of the destinations you
cannot miss from the itinerary is to stop by Telaga Warna and Telaga Pengilon.
These two lakes will be more beautiful, seen from a height or the Wailing Stone
of the Wind. The Dieng Plateau is known as one of the areas with the oldest
Hindu temples in Java, one of which is the Arjuna Temple. Arjuna Temple is
located in the Arjuna Complex, the "home" for four other temples
besides Arjuna, namely Puntadewa, Srikandi, Sembadra, and Semar.
1. 4. Baluran National Park
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Famous for the charm of the
African savanna and known as Little Africa In Java. In Baluran National Park,
it is also used to conserve various flora and fauna. It has an area of 25,000
hectares, and almost 40 per cent of its area is savanna. There are various
protected animals such as bulls, buffalo, deer, and long-tailed monkeys.
If you think Baluran is just a natural tourist spot, you are wrong. In Baluran National Park you can also learn history. One of the historical tours that you should not miss is Goa Jepang. Goa Jepang is a cave which covers an area of about 12 square meters, is a place to survive and store ammunition. The location of the Japanese Cave is right at the entrance of Baluran National Park; stopping for a moment to this cave before exploring Baluran is not a bad idea. Your adventure starts at the Batangan resort, the first gate of Baluran National Park. From Batangan, we will be treated to a lot of beautiful natural scenery on the route of the Evergreen forest area – Savana Bekol – Bama Beach with a distance of 15 km.
On the way, you can find wild
animals such as partridges, squirrels, various birds, monkeys, bulls, peacocks
and deer. Enjoying all these panoramas while riding an ancient motorbike feels
like a young Che Guevara in The Motorcycle Diaries. Besides that, you can also
enjoy the beauty of the savanna. The beauty is in the expanse of savanna, which
is the prima donna of Baluran National Park. During the dry season, the grass turns
golden yellow, and during the season, the grass turns green.
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Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and
Gili Air are three small islands off the coast of Lombok Island's west side,
which later became known as the Three Gilis. The three islands have become
icons and the main resources of the island of Lombok to bring in foreign and
domestic tourists with all its advantages, namely free of motorized vehicles
and clear waters. There are many things that you can do while on vacation in
the Three Gilis, which are generally filled with outdoor activities and not far
from the beach. Those who come to these islands are curious and tempted by the
enchanting beach treats. The beaches on the Three Gilis are very tempting, with
seawater that has good visibility, coral reefs that are relatively well
preserved, and rich marine life being the main attraction.
The underwater beauty of the
Three Gilis is already well known, especially from the stories of tourists who
have visited there saying that there is no need to swim to the middle to see
coral reefs and a group of small fish. It is enough to snorkel in the shallow
waters. You can have fun with various types of fish, including the cute Nemo
fish.
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It is included in the Komodo
National Park Area. This National Park consists of three large islands: Komodo
Island, Rinca Island, and Padar Island. Komodo Island has also been named a
world heritage site. There you can go trekking. There are three trekking routes
choices: short, medium, and long. You can choose according to ability.
Whichever trekking route is chosen according to the ability of tourists to take
it, travellers will still see Komodo dragons. But there are rules for women who
want to see Komodo dragons. For women who are in period are not allowed because
Komodo dragons have a sharp smell. If you are still not satisfied with trekking
on Komodo Island, we recommend visiting Padar Island. As a habitat for the
ancient Komodo dragon, this island also has other tourist attractions you can
visit, such as Pink Beach or Tenar, also known as Pink Beach.
1. 7. Raja
Ampat
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There will be no end to talk
about this tourist paradise in the east which present a lot of natural charm
that is a pity to miss. One of the activities you can do in Raja Ampat is an adrenaline
trip at Batanta Waterfall, located on Batanta Island, Raja Ampat Regency, West
Papua.
This place offers stunning
natural beauty. For fauna lovers, especially birds, you can try bird watching
at Saprokren, South Waigeo, Raja Ampat Regency; There, you will see firsthand
various types of birds, including the native Papuan bird of paradise. You can
also enjoy the underwater beauty. The Batu Lima area, Dampier Strait, is
perfect for beginner divers. This diving spot which has a depth of about 24 meters,
presents various current conditions.
A visit to the Raja Ampat Islands
is incomplete if you don't do island hopping. Island hopping is an activity to
move from one island to another. There are various spots that you can explore.
Presenting a very charming natural panorama, you will feel amazed by it. It
will make you feel like you miss the place so much and you just don’t want to
leave the place.
Conclusion
Indonesia is a big country with
many natural attractions. It is not enough to explore all of the places in
Indonesia in a week. Those seven places are popular and represent all of the
attractions in the country from mountain, ocean and culture. You have to try
one of them at least once in your lifetime.
Written by Atravelike.com
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