Narmada Park

One of the most interesting places in Lombok Island is Narmada Park. Narmada Park is famous in Lombok Island. The beauty of it comes from the park and the pool. The visitors will enjoy the peaceful and the fresh air here. That’s why; Narmada Parks become a good choice to visit. If you come to Lombok Island, you will fell uncompleted if don’t visit this park.

Like the name, this park is located in Narmada, Lembuak village, Narmada Districk, West Lombok Regency. It’s about 10 kilometers from Mataram city. If you come here, you will enjoy the great view.

From the history, this park had been built by King Anak Agung Ngurah Karangasem, he is a king of Karangasem Kingdom. So the atmosphere in this park is same like the park in Karangasem, Bali Province. The King built this park as a place of ceremony Pakelem held every full moon Caka fifth year (October-November). Narmada Park was also used as a resting place of the royal family during the dry season. Beside provide the beauty view, it also has historical value.

 Generally this park has some facilities; they are pool, park, and the water flow from Rinjani Mount. Narmada Park complex divided into several parts; they are the main gate, jabalkap, twin lake, gate bracelet/paduraksa, mukedes, padmawangi lake, lodge hall, bright hall, patandaan, sakapat buildings, halls bancingah, Pura hump and Pura Lingsar.

After we enter the main gate, there is the lake twin. We can see a gate called the Gate Bracelet or Paduraksa in the southern part. Then there are several buildings among others Sanggah Temple, Hall and Hall Pamerajan Lodge. When we go the the southeast part, there is a gate mukedes page to the page paseran. Here, there are paseran Loji Hall, Lake Padmawangi, Pawedayan, pawargan, Center of Light, and a new building.

We can see the most sacred part in the central courtyard on the top steps. This temple situated on a cliff-steps staircase, was below the valley there are cliffs and lake swimming mermaid child immediately. Besides that, the other things we can enjoy are nine showers (Siwak) which is located on the Segara Anak. People believed that the water that exist in Central petirtaan is able to make people who drank and washed their face with water in it will stay young.

Lorentz National Park

Lorentz National Park is the largest national park in Southeast Asia. It is about 25,000 km². Lorentz National Park location is in the area Panlai Regency, Jayawijaya Regency, Fak-fak and Merauke Regency, Papua Province, Indonesia. The nearest city from the national Park is Wamena. The forest in this national park is still natural original. It is representative the most complete ecosystem for biodiversity in Southeast Asia and the Pacific region.

Lorentz National Park is established on 1997 by the ministry of forestry. It became world heritage site on 1999 by UNESCO.

We can enjoy the mangroves, marine areas, tidal and freshwater swamp forest, lowland and montane rainforest, alpine tundra, and equatorial glaciers. From here, we can see Puncak Jaya, the tallest mountain in Indonesia.

There are still many parts of this national park which haven’t been explored yet. It is certain to contain many species of plants and animals as yet unknown to Western science. The knowledge of the Lorentz biota is also very poor documented.

There are 630 species of birds which have been documented. The number is about 70% of the total number of bird species in Papua. Beside that there are about 123 mammalian species.

There are eight ethnic groups that live here. They are Asmat, Amungme, Dani, Sempan, and Nduga. The number estimation of the population is varying between 6,300 and 10,000. The park’s existence is depending on the local communities. There are several conservations which are working in the Lorentz area. 

TANJUNG PUTTING NATIONAL PARK

In Indonesia orangutans is only found in Borneo Island which has many tropical rain forests. The forest is a home for many species.   

Tanjung Putting is one of the national parks in Indonesia where we can see orangutans in their natural habitat. It has become one of the tourism destinations. We can enjoy the jungle wildlife here. The park is home to an amazing array of wildlife including its world famous orangutans. It is also home for monkeys, birds and other wild.

Tanjung Putting National Park is situated on the west side of Central Kalimantan. The only means to reach the Park is by river boat, which is called Klotok. Klotoks are two-storeyed wooden river boats equipped with inboard or outboard motor, and are specially built to navigate through shallow waters and narrow sections of the river. They have a shallow draft and generally measure 12 meters in length by 2.5 meters width.  They normally carry goods or passengers up and down the river.

Tanjung Putting National Park is also home to sun bears, wild boars, clouded leopards, spotted cats, pythons, gibbons, porcupines and Sambar deer. We can see monkeys which may plunge from branches 10 meters or higher into the dark river, sometimes they cross directly in front of the boat.

Nowadays, the existence of orangutans has been threatened by human. The number of orangutans has been decreased. In order to protect them, the government decided to make their home Tanjung Putting as a national park.

Weh Island

The sea park in Weh Sabang Island is coral reefs, hard corals, and soft corals, shapes, and colors. The coral reefs are the names of the forms, lupas rock, rock, deer crackers. The coral reefs are the places for reef fishes such as Angel fish, Tropet, fish; fish stocks Dunsel Sergeon, Grope for fish Parrot fish, and other. In addition, there are many fishes that have economic value such as the tuna, the Kakap, Lapu-Lapu, a parrot, banana Pisangan and other.

There are many natural activities which we can do here. There are crawling, sailing boots, bathing, fishing and diving to enjoy the nature of the diversity of coral reefs and reef fish beneath the water is beautiful.

Iboih Beach

Iboih Beach is a beach in Weh Island. The waters in here are so calm and crystal clear that it feels as if it is floating in the air. Iboih Beach or Teupin Layeu, is located opposite the west bank of the legendary Pulau Weh or Weh Island, in northern Aceh. It is the most westerly point of Indonesia. It is one of the hidden paradises which will bring your expectations of natural beauty to a whole new level. The forests there are protected by Iboih’s charming coastline of golden sands that is strewn with giant boulders. The water of the shallow ocean is so clear so you can see the ocean bed, has a bluishgreen hue which exudes a feeling of peace and relaxation.

We can see the exotic flora and fauna of the tropical rain forests that are part of Indonesia’s natural wealth. You can explore the forests and found the lovely beach nearby that is available for when you want to cool off and swim among the small fish and colorful coral. The tropical tree there also gives shade to many parts of the sandy beaches. There are many exotic species inhabiting the forest. The forest is a thick, tropical jungle and although it is dense and rather difficult to wander through, visitors are encouraged to explore it with a guide.

The accommodation in Iboih village is bungalow style. We can find it either on the beach, in the center of the village or just behind near the jungle. Besides that, there are hotels, cafes, restaurants, boat rental, diving and surfing equipment rental.

There are some activities that we can enjoy in Iboih Beach. The most popular activities at Iboih Beach are diving, snorkeling, and jungle exploration. Iboih Beach and other nearby beaches are famous for their diverse underwater ecosystem. Tourists can also find surf location where the waves are considerably larger. Many divers come from around the world to witness the formation of a dormant volcano which lies beneath the surface of the water. Diving around Pulau Weh, which has thousands of dive points is said to be that Iboih Island is one of the best spot in Indonesia.

Sentani Lake

Sentani Lake is one of the object tourisms in Papua province. The panorama of this lake is beautiful and surrounded by hills. The local people called The Sentani Tribe. Their lives depend on the lake and the surrounded forests. The local people live in the house above the water.

The lake was like a giant reservoir holds more than 13 tributary streams if the rainy season. Sentani Lake is one of the best places for the tourist objects offered by Jayapura district. It is under the slopes of Mountain Reserve Cycloops. The source of the Sentani water comes from 14 large and small rivers with the mouth of the river, Jaifuri Puay. The deep of the lake is very steep. The basic waters of the lake are containing sandy mud substrate. Sentani Lake is the biggest lake in Papua either.

In around the lake there are more than 20 villages; houses generally are in coastal edge and facing directly into the lake. The people there almost all are livelihoods as fishermen. They are very friendly to the tourists.

As a largest lake in Jayapura, Sentani Lake has become a tourism destination which offers incredible scenery. There still exists some Stork and the Eagle that will grab a fish in the Sentani Lake. There is also provided a Johnson boat if you want to sail around the lake.

The local government holds an event named the Lake Sentani Festival in order to introduce Sentani step in the eyes of tourist both domestic and foreign. The festival, held every year. It will show a very unique culture as a heritage from the ancestors, such as Dance War above the boat and other traditional dances from various tribes in Jayapura District.

The lake has rich variety of marine life and it also has been used for the cultivation of freshwater fish. We can enjoy swimming, boating, diving, fishing, water skiing, as well as culinary tourism. Visitors will be amazed by the landscape of the hills around the lake. The hills are dominated by dry land like a savannah.

The Asmat tribe who lives in the Sentani Lake well known with its traditional carving arts and crafts in their customary way of dressing decorated with various shades of colors. We can complete our visit by a taste of local cuisine which more dominated by freshwater fish from their kerambah. 

Bali

Bali is the most famous island in Indonesia. The beautiful scenery has attracted so many tourists every year. The beaches have been well known. Bali has become an identity of tourism in Indonesia. Although Indonesia has many other amazing tourism, but the popularity of Bali is still the best. It’s not only famous by its nature but also by the culture.

There are so many attracting things in Bali. The beauty of the volcanoes and lush terraced rice fields that exude peace and serenity is one of the beautiful natures. Besides that, Bali is well known with dramatically dances and colorful ceremonies too. It has much to offer, from inspirational spirituality to fine dining and meeting experiences, from world class surfing and diving treks in the wild. You can also find intricately carved temples everywhere.

Most of the people in Bali have Hindu religion. The large part of their lives is dedicated to rites and ceremonies aimed at maintaining harmony in this word. Bali continues to amaze both local and international visitors. Bali has become a place for many visitors from around the world to meet and gather. They come to surf the waves in Kuta, Uluwatu and Dreamland, to enjoy the panoramic beauty of mountains and lakes at Batur, Kintanami, Lake Beratan at Bedugul, to shopping or spend endless days on the beach. Bali is deal for people wanting to escape from activities, enjoy a honeymoon, or even, have a great time with family and friends.

Balinese food is rice as the central dish served with small portions of spicy, pungent vegetables, fish or meat and served almost always with chili paste. In Jimbaran area, we can sample seafood dishes while sitting on the beach.

Bali is still the spectacular tourism destination in Indonesia. 

TORAJA

Safely protected beyond the lofty mountains and rugged granite cliffs of the central highlands of the island of Sulawesi, are the Toraja People who live in valleys that are lush with green rice terraces and fertile coffee plantations. “Discovered” and opened to the world from their long isolation only since the beginning of the last century, the Toraja today still adhere to their age-old beliefs, rituals and traditions, although many of her people are modernized or have embraced Christianity.

Toraja is most well known for its elaborate funeral ceremonies that can take days and involve entire villages. These are not only moments for mourning but are moreover events to renew family ties and to ensure continued unity among villages and communities. Tourists to Toraja, therefore, are either attracted by its unique culture and  rituals, most of which are mostly centered around graves and death ceremonies. While others prefer to avoid the morbid images and go trekking through the spectacular, almost untouched Toraja countryside visiting remote villages, or exhilarate in rafting the Sa’dan river rapids.