There
are so many beauty places of view in Indonesia, unfortunately many are not yet
familiar to our ears. But, that does not mean these places are not worth
visiting. In a way, these places are hidden paradise of our homeland. In this
article, we will discuss five hidden paradise in Indonesia that is not yet
known by many tourists
1. Air terjun Madakaripura (Madakaripura Waterfall)
Madakaripura is a waterfall located in Probolinggo
Regency, East Java. This 200 meter high waterfall is the highest waterfall on
Java and the second highest in Indonesia. This is one of the waterfalls in the
Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park area, precisely on the slopes of Mount
Bromo.
Madakaripura waterfall is at the end of a narrow and
niche-shaped valley surrounded by steep cliffs that drips water on all areas of
the cliff like rain, 3 of which even pouring down to form another waterfall.
The trip to the waterfall is very beautiful and
spoil the eyes with a view of large trees, fresh air and also through the
rivers. Strong, waterproof shoes or mountain sandals are highly recommended for
this trip. The journey takes approximately 1 hour when you then feel the cold
air in this place. Madakaripura waterfall can be reached from Malang or
Probolinggo..
2. Meru Betiri
Meru Betiri is a place that is not yet well known to
tourists, located in Banyuwangi, East Java, located in the Meru Betiri National
Park is a national park located in the southern part of East Java region at
geographical coordinates 8 ° 21 '- 8 ° 34' LS, 113 ° 37 '- 113 ° 58' east
longitude, with altitudes of 900 - 1,223 meters above sea level and average
rainfall of 2,300 mm / year.
Administratively, Meru Betiri National Park is
located in the Pesanggaran subdistrict, Banyuwangi Regency and Jember Regency,
East Java Province. Meru Betiri, the most stunning tropical forest in
Java with a variety of mangrove ecosystems, swamp forests and lowland rain
forests.
In this hidden paradise Indonesia can find a variety
of rare plants such as rengas, bendo, fires, raflesia and others. You can also
find wildlife here, from red-tailed squirrels, leopards, turtles, turtles and
black beetles.
The beauty of nature does not end here, you will
also be treated to the beautiful Sukamade beach, Rajegwesi beach and Green Bay.
So, you can be satisfied exploring various places that have not been touched
while visiting here. A few tips, for those who are interested in visiting
Meru Betiri, you should come during the dry season. Avoid coming during the
rainy season because the access roads are often flooded3. Pantai Ora (Ora Beach)
Ora Beach is a beach located in Seram Island, North
Seram District, Central Maluku, Maluku, Indonesia. The beach, located at the
western end of the Sawai bay, is next to the Saleman and Sawai villages, on the
edge of the Manusela National Park forest.
Ora Beach has the characteristics of a white sandy
beach with very clear and calm water with a wealth of coral reefs, fish and
various other marine biota. Ora Beach and the village of Sawai are attractions
in the bay of Sawai which annually attract around 500 tourists from home and
abroad (2013).
Ora Beach has a lodging resort floating above the
beach. While in the village of Sawai there is a tourist cottage which is
located in the residential area which is also floating on the beach. Various
tourism activities that can be carried out at Ora beach include nature tourism,
tirta tourism, snorkeling, diving, culinary tours, cave cruising and
photography.
For those who crave maritime tourism with beautiful
views that are second to none, there is no loss in visiting this hidden
paradise in the Maluku islands. Ora Beach is adorned with clear sea water and
sturdy coral reefs that soar into the sky.
If you visit here, do not miss to dive, because you
will get an underwater view that will not be forgotten with a coral reef or
coral and a variety of fish. Everything can be seen with your eyes because the
water is blue and clear.4. Teluk Kiluan (Kiluan Bay)
Kiluan Bay is located in Pekon (Desa) Kiluan Negeri,
Kelumbayan District, Tanggamus Regency, Lampung Province suitable for travelers
who like adventure. The hilly and humid topography is interesting to explore.
The journey to Kiluan Bay has been a challenge for tourists. The road on the
West Coast of Sumatra is not yet so smooth that it needs skills in driving a
Motorized Vehicle to pass it.
Kiluan Bay is Indonesia's hidden paradise which is
famous for its many dolphins and whales. here you can also see the attraction
of dolphins in the high seas. Not only that, Kiluan Bay also presents beautiful
scenery with blue water and clean white sand.
For those who have a hobby of
fishing, every year a fishing competition is held here which is followed by
reliable anglers from all over Indonesia. The beach in Kiluan Bay is suitable
to be a "Getaway Destination". Here already there is an inn or a
Stage House that is decent enough to be a place to stay for visitors.5. Goa Jomblang (Jomblang Cave)
Jomblang Cave which is located in Yogyakarta
Jomblang Cave is a vertical cave with type collapse collapse. This cave was
formed due to the geological process of the collapse of the land along with the
vegetation on it to the bottom of the earth that occurred thousands of years
ago. This collapse formed a sinkhole or wells which in Javanese are known as
luweng. That is what makes it unique because in the cave there is a mouth area
of the cave about 60 meters is often referred to by the name Luweng Jomblang.
Jomblang Cave in Gunungkidul Regency, DI Yogyakarta, Central Java.
In this Jomblang cave, you will be spoiled with
views of ancient forests and underground rivers. However, to enter into it, it
takes a considerable amount of guts. Because the cave as high as 60 meters has
a fairly challenging terrain. So to be able to get to the bottom of the cave,
you must be accompanied by an experienced cave tracker and don't forget to wear
safety gear such as boots, helmets, and headlamps.
Although the trip to enter this hidden tourist
attraction is a thrilling moment but, the taste will disappear after you see
the beautiful scenery in a cave that is second to none. Like karst hills and
deciduous teak trees. No wonder that Jomblang Cave was once used as a place for
shooting the American Amazing Race event in 2011 and is called a hidden
paradise in Indonesia.
