Unique spot: Batu Lapis Beach, Kalianda, South Lampung, Lampung, Indoensia

Unique spot: Batu Lapis Beach, Kalianda, South Lampung, Lampung, Indoensia

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Batu Lapis beach

I can say that this spot is unique because its not like common beach that we usually see which has white sand. But this beach is totally different. No sand at all and no mangroves! This beach is dominated by coral but the surface of the coral is flat like a table.That is why this beach is save to visit. This beach is now so popular in social media since couple months ago its pictures posted in instagram, facebook, twitter, path and blog. Many people are curious about this beach because its unique. "There are some couples did per-wedding photo session here" a local said. Enjoy it everyone!

Another unique spot Batu Layar beach

How to get to this spot?

Bandar Lampung - Kalianda (South Lampung) - Canti harbor - Kahai harbor - Batu Lapis beach

Batu Lapis beach

Harimau island, Bakauheni, Lampung, Indonesia

Harimau island, Bakauheni, Lampung, Indonesia

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Path in Harimau island

Harimau is a word taken from Bahasa Indonesia which has meaning tiger. Even we call it as a "tiger island" but there is no that animal living there but there were some long time ago. This island is located in Bakauhuni, South Lampung which is very close to Bakauheni harbor. When we want to travel to Java from Sumatra via land, we should go by ferry in Bakauheni harbor and we can see this island from the ferry. There are some families living in this island and there is an elementary school there. Most of the people are working as farmers and fishermen. They are not originaly from this island but they come from some areas like from Bandar Lampung, Banten (West Java), Bugis (South Sulawesi). This island is surrounded by mangroves all along the shore. The beach also has mud that makes grey color of the beach. But at the east part, we can see beach with white sand around 5oo meters long. This island is located at Ketapang, Bakauheni, South Lampung with coordinate 05^o51’29’’ and 105^o46’58". The large is about 500 hectare. Check this Mengkudu island

How to get there?

Bandar Lampung – Kalianda (South Lampung) – Bakauheni – Muara Piluk harbor –Harimau island

A house in Harimau island

Ranau fall, Ranau lake, West Lampung, Indonesia

Ranau fall, Ranau lake, West Lampung, Indonesia

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Ranau fall

Lampung has so many beautiful spots to visit. One of them is a waterfall located very close to Ranau lake in west Lampung. You just need to walk for about 500 meters from Sri Wijaya resort in Ranau lake see this about Ranau lake. During your walk, you will see local houses whoa re standing near the lake and wide rice field with yellowish color. At the end you will see a fall on the right side. This fall can be an alternative and option during your trip in Lampung. Here with the route: Bandar Lampung - Liwa (West Lampung) - Ranau resort (Sri Wijaya) - Ranau waterfall

Check also this Lembah Pelangi fall

Snorkeling in Tegal island, Lampung, Indonesia

Snorkeling in Tegal island, Lampung, Indonesia

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Clown fish found in Tegal island

This island is very close from Bandar lampung. It takes only 30 minutes by motorbike and 45 minutes by car. You just need to go to Sari Ringgung beach then rent a boat to go to Tegal island. You can rent the boat for whole day and visit many spots for snorkeling there. In some spots, we can see some different types of coral and clown fish. If you are lucky, you also can meet dragon fish, turtle and small shark. In the west part of the island, we also can see a sand island which sometime come up and disappear at certain time. Around this sand island, we also can do snorkeling because the corals are beautiful in this spot.

This island is located at Gebang village, Pesawaran regency, Lampung, Indonesia with population about 20 families living in this island.  They work as a fisherman and the children take study at a temporary school in this island. In west part, we can see white sand along the shore and at east part is dominated by coral.This island is not as popular as Pahawang island but they beauty of the under water is similar. Many local community come to visit this island as this island is easy to be reached.
For you are beginner is snorkeling,  you can swim in 1 or 2 meters dept area as this island has many different level for snorkeling. You also can do fishing when you do not like swimming because many people do fishing in this island. check also this

If you like trekking, you can try to climb a hill in the center of this island. Sometimes it is headt the screaming of monkeys there.

Some corals in Tegal island

Feel like a private island, Balak island, Pesawaran, Lampung

Feel like a private island, Balak island, Pesawaran, Lampung

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Balak Island

If you a person who likes a place which is quiet and cozy so visit this island. In this island, you can do snorkeling, fishing and more. There are so many coconut trees along the shore and you can take the young coconut if you can climb it. Note it that the young coconut is for free as long as you take it by yourself. In front of the cottage, there is an old harbor where we can sit and enjoy the sunset at the evening. Because of the distance, this island is rarely visited by people but this thing that makes this place special!

Unique and awesome are words for this island. This island is about 200 hectares and has two different types of shore. At west you can see corals dominates the shore and in another side you will find white sand beach as long as you see. The white sand seems like a long mat that invites you to lay down on it. 

Build your tent!

To reach this island is so easy but it takes a bit your time. From Bandar Lampung, you need two hours to go to Ketapang harbor, then you go to Balak island by renting a boat. You will around 2 hours on the boat sp prepare some drink and snacks with you. During this time, you can see the views of  Lampung bay and pass some popular spots. They are Mahitam island, Kelagian island, Pahawang islang and Tanjung Putus island.
Having reached the island, its better to sleep in a tent to "feel" the nature there. Balak is a word from Lampung language means big. Yes, it is because the island is quite big. If you like trekking, you can try to climb a hill which is located in the center of the island. You may see some monkeys there. When you want to enjoy the sunset, just sit on the harbor and the sunset will greet you for sure. So, enjoy the nature there guys! see this island

Another angle of Balak island

Dolphin trip in Kiluan bay, Lampung, Indonesia

Dolphin trip in Kiluan bay, Lampung, Indonesia

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lagoon Helau located 3 kilometers from Kiluan bay

Kiluan bay is the most popular and touristic spot in Lampung. This beach is known nationally because one of the national magazine claimed that it is as one of heavens in Indonesia. Why it is popular? Beautiful is  the only one answer. In Kiluan bay you can have hoping in an island called Kelapa that can be reached by boat in 15 minutes. This island have very good white sand and clean water for snorkeling. During the night there will be some fishermen doing fishing near to the beach. We can also buy the fish when they just got a fish. You can make tent in this island or rent a cottage which is cheap. This island is the main destination when people visit Kiluan bay. Along the shore, we also can see the hill of Sumatra island.

In early morning, you can see many dolphins swimming around the island. But if you want to see the dolphins, you should rent a boat and go to the middle of the sea. There, you will see a thousand of dolphin are swimming closer to your boat. If you are brave enough, it is allowed for you to swim with the dolphins because they are friendly with the humans.

Kiluan bay also has a lagoon located 3 kilometers from Kiluan bay. To visit this lagoon, you should prepare extra power because you will do trekking and pass the coral rock along the beach. It takes one hour to get there even its only 3 kilometers due to the condition of the track. You must bring your own drink as you will walk near the beach and it makes you feel thirsty. When you reach the lagoon, every negative things (tired, thirsty, lazy, weak) that you have will disappear because of the beauty of the lagoon.

Kiluan Bay is located in Kelumbayan district, Tanggamus regency, Lampung. The distance from Lampung’s capital Bandar Lampung is about 92 kilometers, about 3/4 hours journey by car. You can ride a motorcycle, or drive a car such as SUV, Jeep, or Van to explor
e the location even bicycle.

Herewith some spots that you can visit during your trip here:
Kiluan bay, Kelapa island, Dolphin trip, Lagoon Helau, Kiluan Lunik, Pasir Putih beach, Gigi Hiu beach check this.

The route is:

Jakarta (Capital of Indonesia) - Bandar Lampung (Lampung province) - Padang Cermin (Ketapang) - Punduh Pidada - Bawang village - Kiluan

a couple of dolphin

one of the cottage in Kiluan bay

One of boat in Kelapa island

Siger Tower, Bakauheni, Lampung, Indonesia

Siger Tower, Bakauheni, Lampung, Indonesia

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Siger Tower from the main park

When you travel to Lampung as one of your destination by land, you will see a unique tower located in Bakauheni harbor. The shape is "weird" and it has yellow as the colour. People call it Siger tower. Siger is a traditional hat worn by women when they are attending wedding party. This hat is originally from Lampung province and becomes a symbol of Lampung. Its easy to reach this tower. You just need to walk for about 15 minutes from Bakaheni harbor. Then you should pay Rp 5000 as the ticket price. You can see the view of Lampung bay from this tower.

Siger tower becomes a zero point of South part of Sumatra. People call it as a zero kilometer in south of Sumatra. This tower was announced and opened to public on April 30, 2008 by the governor of Lampung Mr. Sjahroedin. This tower is located in a hill which is close to Bakauheni harbor. The construction took  three years and covered by the local government for the financial fund. Recenly, this tower is not only the icon of Lampung but it becomes the icon of Sumatra island and it represents the variety of religions, culture, tribes and language in Sumatra. From this tower we can see all area of Lampung bay. We can also see an island called Harimau island check this out
We can see some hills that create beautiful view and some boat which through the Lampung bay. You can spend your time in the park that provided here. You can enjoy your lunch while seeing around the view. This cottage is for free for visitors. 

Siger tower frames from Bakauheni harbor

Siger tower captured from another angle