Jogja Tourist Attraction for Kids

Jogja Tourist Attraction for Kids

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Jogja Tourist Attraction for Kids: Perfect Family Vacation in Jogja

Holiday in Yogyakarta can be very fun even if you bring children. As a city of education and culture, there are certainly a lot of children’s attractions in Jogja. Even some natural tourist attractions are safe for children. Below are recommendations for Jogja tourist attraction for kids, some child-friendly destination in Yogyakarta.

Fun Destination for Visiting Jogja with Kids

Keraton Yogyakarta (Sultan’s Palace)

First attraction perfect for your kids is Keraton Yogyakarta. Keraton means palace. It is where the sultan (ruler of Yogyakarta) lives with his family. Now, Keraton is used as museum besides for the sultan house. The museum keeps many artifacts related to the life inside the palace and history of Keraton Yogyakarta as a kingdom in the past. You can stroll around Keraton accompanied by tour guide to get the whole information about Keraton and its story completely. Of course you can also enjoy this tour as you will know more about the city and its attraction.

Tamansari

Not so far from the Keraton Yogyakarta, the second Jogja tourist attraction for kids is Tamansari. This water castle is not a new thing in Jogja tourism. Some of you may have heard of its name. In the Yogyakarta sultanate era, Tamansari is a royal garden and water castle. It is also the place for the royal family take bath. Nowadays Tamansari become one of the beautiful places in Jogja and heritage that the people really taking care of.

Tugu Jogja

Don’t forget to invite your children to Tugu Jogja. Tugu Jogja is a tower stands as the city symbols. It is located in the middle of Yogyakarta city. The locals really like to get photo with Tugu Jogja as background behind. You can also do this with your kids, as a proof that you have already been in Yogya. Though the Tugu is in the middle of intersection, you can come across and get photo with the other.

Malioboro

If you want to go shopping while walking Malioboro is the best destination. This place is also safe for children. Malioboro is the biggest shopping street in Jogja. Since long time ago Malioboro is indeed the center where Jogja’s trade growing rapidly. Here you can see the oldest mall which has the same name ‘Malioboro’, Bringharjo Market (the traditional market recommended for cheap batik), and the stalls along the street that sell varied items such as accessories, cheap batik, bags, etc.

Taman Pintar

Taman Pintar is an education park. Divided into library, cultural park, playground, science room, etc is the best place to satisfy and challenge your children’s knowledge. In holiday Taman Pintar will be so crowded with local children and study tour.

Jogja Tourist Attraction for Kids: Perfect Family Vacation in JogjaSouth Square in the Night

Yogyakarta has two square that in the past was used as a place where the royal family met the people. It was also a place where the folk art event was held. The two are North Square (placed right in front of Keraton Yogyakarta) and the second is South Square. The place of South Square is not so far from the north one. In the night, south square is a perfect place to continue your walk as you can find many food stall with cheapest price and the other that you should try with your kids is the Odong-Odong. It is  a pedaling car decorated with colorful lamps. The cable car is decorated with colorful lamp and the music is provided. Try it with your children and they will be happy because can moving actively. Or you can try Masangin, it is walking through two banyan trees in the middle of the square with eyes being closed with black cloth. The belief says thos who successfully did it will get unlimited blessing.

Ullen Sentalu Museum

Other than Keraton, a little bit far from the center of Jogja, there is Ullen Sentalu Museum that also keeps the Mataram Islam dan Keraton Yogyakarta relics. Inside the museum is the collection of arts such as paintings, photos, batik and fabrics, literature and many more. The collection related to four kingdom in Jogja and Central Java (nowadays): Keraton Yogyakarta and Pakualaman (Jogja), and Keraton Surakarta and Mangkubumi (Solo/Surakarta, Central Java). Before being divided into four governments, they were once a kingdom, the Islamic Mataram.

 Affandi Museum

Different with Ullen Sentalu, Affandi Museum is the place where the masterpiece of paintings shown. Affandi is a top maestro of Jogja in painting. He is a perfect picture of a painter tireless in showing his work and presenting his image to the world. His work is well-known to foreign countries and so he has been recognized as one of the best painters in the world. Although Affandi was gone, his work could be seen in his museum. When you come into this place with your children you can introduce them with one of beautiful arts, painting. Who knows your kids will be a painter someday. The colorful scribbles of Affandi’s hands will surely make you kids happy.

Gembira Loka Zoo

Kids must love animals. In Jogjakarta, Gembira Loka Zoo is the best place to see them. Elephants, birds, butterflies, reptiles, fish, camel, deer, etc are the inhabitant in this zoo. The place is wide. You and your children can interact with some animals like birds, turtle, elephant, camel, and deer. If you are tired of walking you can take a mini train. Enough with buying the ticket in several bus stop available. Besides interact with animals, you can see sircus and play rides with children.

Jogja Tourist Attraction for Kids: Perfect Family Vacation in JogjaPrambanan

The one who wants to get here is not only kids, you as an adult must wanted to see the grandeur of Prambanan Temple by yourself. Prambanan is a heritage of Hindu religion that in the past was one of the largest religions in Indonesia. The temple is the highest in South East Asia. It was built in the Mataram Hindu era as a tribute to God Shiva. Be ready to be amazed by Prambanan. Admire this temple along with other nearby temples that are quite popular like Plaosan Temple, Sojiwan Temple, Sambisari Temple, Tara Temple, and Ratu Boko Temple.

Borobudur

Borobudur is actually not located in Yogyakarta. It is in Magelang, Central Java. But you can go there from Jogja by only spending 2 hours approximately. The temple lies in the border between Jogja and Central Java, a one magnificent place to be visited. If Prambanan is a hindu temple, Borobudur is a Buddha temple. The complex architecture, remarkable relief, Buddha Statue terbanyak, and stories of the temple will make you amazed by. Of course this will also increase your children’s world knowledge.

Pok Tunggal Beach

One of private white sand beach in Jogjakarta you can visit with your children is Pok Tunggal Beach in Gunungkidul. Yes, Gunungkidul is well known with its rank of exotic hidden beach, but one you can visit is Pok Tunggal. Pok Tunggal is quite, very refreshing, and your children can play with the beach freely. They can play beach sand, making buildings and funny shapes or playing water until they are soaked.

Merapi Lava Tour

We going north now for Merapi Jeep Lava Tour. Have you heard about Mount Merapi? Yes one of the most active volcano in Indonesia. The foot of Mount Merapi turned out to keep lot of mystery and attraction that must be visited. Some of the tourist attraction was built to commemorate the volcano eruption which was quite large occurred in 2010 ago, while the rest is the new attraction which is deliberately made to add the uniqueness of Jogjakarta. It’s a good idea for a family trip. You will ride jeep guiding by the driver and will be escorted to the trip attraction in the package.

Kids Fun

Children like having fun. Because of that invite them to Kids Fun. This is the biggest and the most popular theme park in Yogya. The playful and fun ride is much enough. Challenging games are played by children aged seven years and over, while those who are under seven are provided safer games for light fun. There is a café available to accommodate your lunch.

Open daily:

Monday – Friday: 8 p.m – 9 a.m

Saturday – Sunday: 8 p.m – 10 a.m

Ticket Price:

Original PackageWith Aquasplash Waterboom
Adults (13 +) : Rp 45.000

Kids (2-13 y.o): Rp 55.000

Adults (13 +) : Rp 59.000

Kids (2-13 y.o): Rp 69.000

Jogja Bay Waterpark

Jogja can be so hot when you come here. If that is the case, you can bring your kids to play in waterpark Jogja. Jogja Bay Waterpark is the suitable place where you and your children can swim and play around in the waterpark theme. When your stomach gets hungry, there are snacks and drinks available.

Open daily:

Monday – Friday: 9 a.m – 4 p.m

Saturday – Sunday: 8 a.m – 4 p.m

 

Ticket price for weekdaysTicket price for weekend
Adults : Rp 90.000

Children (height under 110cm) : Rp 60.000

Children under 2 years old : Free

Adults : Rp 100.000

Children (height under 110cm) : Rp 75.000

Children under 2 years old : Free

 

 

Are you ready to go to Jogja with your child? Don’t forget to take an exciting vacation package at Pamitran Tours. Jogja tour packages with children will be more fun and easy. We will take care of all your vacation needs. You just have to pack and come to Jogjakarta right away. Contact us for reservations and more information.

10 New Bali from Indonesia

10 New Bali from Indonesia

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10 New Bali from Indonesia Government: See The Beauty of New Destination in Indonesia!

When you plan yourself to come to Indonesia, what would you think for the first time? Its trip attractions of course. Well, speaking to that, not only Bali or Raja Ampat or even Yogyakarta that become the iconic tourism in this city. There are so many more you can visit here. The 10 ‘New Bali’, which means new attractions for tourist, has been set by the Ministry of Tourism. Danau Toba or Toba Lake in Sumatra, Mount Bromo, Borobudur, Labuan Bajo, and many more are waiting you. Imagine you have so much time in your holiday trip to explore these places. Now here it is the 10 ‘New Bali’ of Indonesia.

10 New Tourist Destinations in Indonesia

Toba Lake

Toba Lake or Danau Toba in Indonesian is a wide natural lake in North Sumatra that lately being so popular among the foreigner and even the local tourist. This Toba is the biggest volcanic lake in East Asia. In the middle of the lake stands Samosir Island with the height of 1000 mdpl, looks like a mountain from a far. Toba Lake is formed 78 thousand years ago from a volcanic eruption which made a caldera that now become Toba Lake. Though you cannot swim in the lake far, the view around the lake is very amazing. Natural panorama of the pine trees, the thin fog which usually comes in the morning, and cafes in which you can drink delicious coffee. You can build tent in the edge of the lake or even in the hills around and get your romantic time.

Borobudur Temple

Borobudur Temple TourBorobudur Temple may be not so surprising to come as the 10 ‘New Bali’ of Indonesia as it is also well known for one of the best Indonesia tourism places. Once after being found by the British General Governor Sir Thomas Raffles, the name of Borobudur as a heritage and wonderful attraction continue increasing. In Borobudur you can sightseeing the temple and around. The Borobudur is surrounded by two rivers, Progo River and Elo River, and four mountains in the far that are Mount Merbabu, Mount Merapi, Mount Sindoro, Mount Sumbing, and Menoreh. You can also admire the complex architecture of the temple which was built from volcanic rock bar with no glue. The total of its relief is 2672 with 1460 story inside.

Belitung

Next we have the island of Belitung. Belitung island is inhabited by the descendant of Mongolian. How did it happen? In 1292 Kubilai Khan the Caesar in Mongol ordered Shi Bi, Ike Mese, and Gao Xing and bring many people to conquer Java Island. And so the history goes on. As the biggest producer of tin in Indonesia, it turns out that Belitung also has amazing tourist attraction. In here also you can see Black Satam stone which is the only one in the world that is formed from natural process when the meteor crash the earth that consist of tin thousand years ago.

Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park

Not only Merapi, another must visit mountain in Indonesia is Mount Bromo which is located in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Mount Bromo is situated near Malang city if you ever heard that name, or in East Java. The origin tribe that lived in Bromo until now is called Tengger Tribe. This Tengger tribe is known as the descendant of Majapahit Kingdom refugees when they were expelled from their hometown and assume Bromo as a holy mountain. That’s why Yadnya Kasada ceremony, a memorial ceremony for Mount Bromo, is held in 14th or 15th in Month Kasodo (Javanese calendar).  One also said that Mount Bromo is formed from the Mount Tengger. It was explode and made caldera that you can see until now. Beside Mount Bromo another mountain in this national park is Mount Semeru, Mount Watangan, Mount Batok, Mount Kursi, and Mount Widodaren.

Labuan Bajo

Ever heard Komodo dragons? Yes this ancient animal is one of the prides of Indonesia. Nowadays if you come to Komodo Island, Nusa Tenggara Timur, you can also visit Labuan Bajo. What is this Labuan Bajo? Labuan Bajo is a village in Komodo regency, West Manggarai. Long time ago it was a place where the Bajo tribe ship anchored. There are several attractions in Labuan Bajo such as the most popular Komodo National Park, Batu Cermin Cave, Pink Beach, Bidadari Island, Wae Lulu Island, Kanawa, Gorontalo Beach, Pede Beach and so on. Even though it is only a village, Labuan Bajo has International Airport. So, don’t worry to get here by air if you want to save your time.

Seribu Island

Seribu Island is located in the north of Jakarta, Indonesian Capital City, and include to the administrative area of Jakarta. Seribu Island is suitable for a cultural or historical trip where you can meet several heritage and historical story. Some island has fort wreckages, hospital, and ancient graveyard. Onrust island, Cipir Island, and Kelor Island are included as heritage of Seribu Island. In Kelor Island you can found shipyard and Martello Fort built by VOC. In one of the island, called Putri Island, you will see underwater aquarium made of glass so you can see the underwater of Seribu Island without diving. Island hopping is highly recommended in this beautiful places of Indonesia especially to visit ‘Gosong’ or small island that comes only when the sea recedes.

Mandalika

Its name may sound strange in your ear. Actually, Mandalika is an area in Lombok Island. About this Lombok you must ever heard of it right? Well, Mandalika is a new attraction in Lombok you must visit. New best places to visit in Indonesia means the more excitement you will get here. The government plans this area to be as beautiful as Bali with its natural resources. Some of famous beach are Gepuruk Beach, Tanjung Beach, Aan Beach, and Serenting. The name Mandalika is believed derived from the legend of Princess Mandalika who turn herself into ‘Nyale’ or sea worm because she did not want to be married by a prince. So today, people in Lombok commemorate this story by holding a festival of Bau Nyale which means catching the sea worm.

Wakatobi

Wakatobi is popular for its underwater beauty. Its popularity is well known in international world since it was included as one of the tourism in Internationale Tourismus-Borse Berlin. This festival is the biggest tourism market that is followed by many famous industrial tourism in the world. Wakatobi underwater is one of the best in Indonesia. There are five whales live in Wakatobi such as Beaked Whale, Sperm Whale, Bryde’s Whale, Pilot Whale, and Melonhead Whale. Not only that, it is also a home of six species of dolphins. Another wonderful fact is that in Wakatobi you can found 70 percent of the total coral species in the world. Yap, Wakatobi is the heart of world coral triangle, and of course still many fishes and sea animal live beneath your feet.

Tanjung Lesung

Tanjung Lesung is also located near Jakarta, include the area of Banten. Tanjung Lesung is the perfect place to see Nusa Dua Bali style in another city. Here in Tanjung Lesung you can find beach, resort, and golf course. And the most interesting activity you can do is seeing Anak Krakatau Mountain or dive into the Tanjung Lesung waters if you have diving license. Krakatau is one of mountain in Indonesia that has fantastic explosive power. Hundred years ago it was explode and devastating West Banten coast.  Because of that now Tanjung Lesung has biological wealth in the land or even under the water.

Morotai Island

Again an island in Indonesia becomes the government’s priority. Now it is Morotai, the small island in the north of Halmahera island, North Maluku. This little island, though small in its size, became the witness of World War II. There are several warship and aircraft that sink in its waters. You can dive to see the proof of shipwreck and airplane Bristol Beufort. Some building of the war leftover still can be seen until today. The story of ‘Battle of Morotai’ added the magnificent of Morotai tourism. It is a battle between the USA and Japan. And as if Morotai doesn’t want to end its beauty, it has 35 more small island with 2 bigger island. Morotai is very hot, and because of it, it is also called as the island of three suns. Hmm, dare to be here? It’s gonna be perfect for your summer holiday isn’t it?

How is it so far? We hope that it is very useful for you who want exploring Indonesia places of interest. Now you know that Indonesia’s beauty is not only placed in Bali, Raja Ampat, of Yogyakarta. So what are you waiting for? Let’s have memorable trip to one of those most beautiful places to visit in Indonesia or even visit them all. Don’t forget to call Pamitran Tours for your trip here. We have hundreds of holiday packages such as Java-Bali Overland, Yogyakarta package tour, Lombok package tour, Raja Ampat package tour, and still many packages available.

 

 

Top Recommendation of New and Best Yogyakarta Trip Attractions

Top Recommendation of New and Best Yogyakarta Trip Attractions

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Top Recommendation of New and Best Yogyakarta Trip Attractions

Yogyakarta is a lovely city with friendly people and nice surrounding. Everything in Yogyakarta or Jogja is very delightful and interesting. In Indonesia the city itself is well known for the best education, art, history, and culture. So it is not strange that whoever comes here wanted to seek a unique trip plus learning the history of Java.

As unique as the trip, numerous yogyakarta travel attractions can be found very different than any other big city have. We, in Pamitran Tours invites you to see the making of Batik and any other crafts, hiking the Mount Merapi, strolling around Malioboro, and seeking the true story of Prambanan and Borobudur. Not only that, here are some Yogyakarta trip attractions for you.

Attraction in Jogja

Prambanan

The first attraction in Jogja is Prambanan. Many say that you haven’t been to Jogja if you haven’t come to Prambanan temple. This Hindu temple is the tallest in Southeast Asia. It was built long time ago as a tribute to Shiva as the highest gods among the Hindu Trimurti Gods, but you can also see other such as Vishnu and Brahma. According the legend around, Prambanan is the testimony of love from a prince, Bandung Bondowoso, to a princess Roro Jonggrang. The temple opens from 7.30 am to 5 pm. You will be amazed by the magnificent structures, hidden story, and spectacular view. And don’t forget to see Ramayana Ballet show in the night for the outdoor theatre, or in afternoon for the indoor theatre.

Ratu Boko Temple

Some people in Jogjakarta believe that Ratu Boko temple is related to Prambanan. There is a story that said Roro Jonggrang (later being loved by Bandung Bondowoso) is the daughter of a giant king named Boko. So the palace named after his, Ratu Boko. The temple is located in a hill. Ratu Boko has quieter surrounding, but still the construction of the temple is amazing. Popular also for the beautiful sunset and sunrise.

Plaosan Temple

Not so far from Prambanan complex, there is Plaosan Temple that becomes the nearest Buddha temple in Prambanan. It is a proof that Buddha and Hindu can live peacefully together in the past in Indonesia. Though Plaosan is still being reconstructed by the government, but the main temple is the main attraction you can enjoy.

Borobudur

A little far from Jogja, you can visit Borobudur temple. Why is it a little bit far? Borobudur is actually located in Central Java. You can go here from Jogjakarta in between 1 – 2 hours trip. You may have known that Borobudur is the biggest Buddha temple in the world. What can be more perfect in your holiday than seeing one of the seventh wonder in the world right? The complex of Borobudur is quite wide. In here you can strolling around, visiting the museum of Borobudur, and amaze the complex architecture and relief. You can also stop by to other nearest object such as Mendhut temple which has Buddha monastery that you can enter freely, and Pawon temple. These two temples have relation to Borobudur in Buddhist worship rituals.

Tamansari

Now going to the center of the city you have Tamansari. Tamansari is a water castle that once being used by the Mataram kingdom as a place to bath. Anyone who takes bath here is the princes and princess, king and queens, and also royal ladies and courtiers. Tamansari is located near Keraton Yogyakarta. This why you should come here if you are from Keraton. Not only as a bathhouse, Taman Sari is also become the royal garden with resting area, meditation area, workshop area, and defense and hiding area.

Keraton

After Tamansari, the next amazing jogja trip attraction is Keraton. Keraton Yogyakarta is a palace where King and Queen and the family lived in. Until now this place is used as a home of Sultan Hamengkubuwono (now is the reign of Sultan Hamengkubuwono X), the king of Yogyakarta Sultanate. Yes, Yogyakarta is the only city with monarchy system, which has two governments to be followed, the Sultan and the President as the main government. Here you will be astonished by the beautiful decorated roof and marble floor, amazing Dutch-style windows, and several small museums in which displays all the artifacts from different Javanese eras and sultanates.

North and South Square

Out from the inside of Keraton, you can found North Square of Jogjakarta. Long time ago, a square is very important for a kingdom as it is a place for King to meet his people to announce something or celebrate something. So until now every city in Indonesia must have square as an icon of the city and place for people to gather. There are two squares in Jogja. The north square is the one located as exactly in front of Keraton. You can find people sell crafts and snacks in the square. Try riding becak to go around and visit the second square that is South Square. In the south square you will see twins Banyan tree. Walk between those two trees with closed eyes. If you are succeed, good luck will come upon you.

Malioboro

In the south of Keraton is where Malioboro lies. Malioboro is the biggest shopping street in Yogya. Along this street you can find modern shops, traditional shops, hotels, and restaurants. Walking around this area is recommended as you can buy cheap things such as crafts, batik, and any other goods in the local vendor.

Beringharjo Market

Still in the area of Malioboro Street, Beringharjo Market is a traditional oldest market in Jogja that you should sneak peek. It sells items like fabrics, clothing, inexpensive batik and batik fabric (stamped batik and handmade batik), herb and spices, and wedding supplies and souvenirs. You are advised to bring cash. Bargaining is highly recommended. So make sure you are ready with your bargaining skill.

Kotagede

Kotagede is a special mention for cultural trip in Yogyakarta. Kotagede once is the capital city of Mataram Moslem. As a capital city, Kotagede becomes the center of everything. Here you can see the traditional market, Pasar Legi, Kotagede Royal Tomb, silver craft, Javanese houses and village, and many more.

Yogyakarta Points of Interest

Ullen Sentalu Museum

Private museum you should visit is Ullen Sentalu museum. It displays number of arts and Javanese culture. Situated in Kaliurang under the Merapi area, Ullen Sentalu was established in 1994 to preserves traditional culture of Jogjakarta. Not only traditional culture, it kept history of the Keraton Yogyakarta, Keraton Surakarta (Solo), Pakualam, and Mangkunegaran. Paintings, photos, batik, poetry, and many more artifacts and relics can be seen here.

Mount Merapi

The most legendary mountain in the city is Mount Merapi. It is very beautiful yet terrifying at the same time. For an adventurous traveler, Merapi is the perfect attraction. You can hike the mountain and conquer it. But don’t forget, Merapi is an active volcano, so make sure that the condition of the mountain, the weather and everything is okay before you climb. Most hikers go at 1 am to be able to reach the summit at sunrise (05.30 am). For you who don’t want to climb, try the Merapi Jeep Lava Tour which transports you to some objects such as Museum Sisa Hartaku, Bunker of Merapi, The Lost World Castle, Alien Stone and many more.

Village Tourism

As a tourism city, Yogyakarta also prepares to surprise it tourists by developing village tourism system. There are so many village tourisms in the city which introduce you each other’s uniqueness. For example, Giriloyo village is known as the producer of Batik, Manding village for its leather craft, Kasongan for its earthenware, and many more. Some village also offers you tour to know the life of local in which you can try to plant the paddy, riding andong, hijack the field, and so much more.

Kalibiru

Far beyond the city center, yogyakarta points of interest Kalibiru National Park is a great place to rest at the height of the hill. It is a forest in Kulonprogo (west side of the city) that is famous for the wonderful view and house tree. Kalibiru is also perfect for a trip with children. They can boost their energy by trying flying fox and any other outbound game, while you can get photo yourself in the tree house above with a background of wide reservoir Sermo. If you have many times left, try also to visit some famous waterfalls for the locals near Kalibiru. Pick one whether it is Kedung Pedhut Waterfall, Kembang Soka Waterfall, or Mudal Riverpark.

South Beaches

Yogyakarta best and new attraction is endless. Now is the time to go to gorgeous beaches in the south part of Jogja. Gunungkidul is one of the regency which has the best ranks white sand beaches. Some of them have been very popular such as Indrayanti, Kukup, Wediombo, Baron, Krakal, Drini, and so on. But some of them which are quite many are still new. We can say Timang beach that is popular with its death wood gondola. The gondola will across from one big coral in the edge of the beach to other big coral in the middle of the sea. The problem is, the gondola is only made of wood and you should across by yourself. The other new beaches are Ngobaran (similar to Uluwatu Bali), Watu Kodok, Pok Tunggal, etc. Oh, don’t forget to come to Parangtritis beach also. Though it is not in Gunungkidul as well, Parangtritis is a black sand beach with historical and interesting myth story. It is in Bantul and has exotic view. As an advice, come here in weekdays, because in weekend or holiday season Parangtritis will be crowded with local people.

Mangunan Pine Forest

Before you go to Gunungkidul, you can first stop by Mangunan Pine Forest. This Mangunan Pine Forest is lately being so famous around Indonesia. Their pictures are on every Indonesia Instagram account. So witness their beauty yourself. Pinus Asri and ranks pine forest around it offers the natural beauty of pine forest that elaborated with modern decoration such as bridges and tree house made of wood. There are many spots for photo. Puncak Becici the most popular one become more famous after President Barack Obama gives his visit. Other than pine forest, you can find Mangunan Fruit Garden, and several photo spot in the hills such as Jurang Tembelan, Kaki Langit, Seribu Batu and many more. Local people call it Negeri di Atas Awan (wonderful land above the sky).

Nglanggeran Ancient Volcano and Kedung Kandang Waterfall

Another unique volcano except Merapi is Nglanggeran Ancient Volcano. Though it is no longer active like Merapi, the form of the mountain is remarkable. It stands tall with black color. You can also hike this one. It is much saver and can be done only in several hours. The panorama from high up above is very beautiful. Camping here is also recommended, or having outbound in the park near the entrance is the other alternative. To rest yourself after getting burn from Nglanggeran Ancient Volcano, you can go to Kedung Kandang Waterfall. This beautiful waterfall situated in the middle of the paddy field, and guess what, it is still quiet so you can swim in the waterfall! Or, you can stare Jogja’s beauty from Nglanggeran basin in the top of the hill.

Jomblang Cave

Still in Gunungkidul, we have Jomblang Cave. Jomblang is a deep cave that the entrance is in the earth surface, and the way to get down the cave is by going down using a rope from above. The entrance hole is big enough and a popular phenomenon is waiting you. It is called The Heaven Lights. If you have arrived on the cave base, you can take a walk to mesmerizing what’s inside the earth.

Pindul Cave

Pindul cave is another attraction you should go for. Different than Jomblang as a dry cave, Pindul isles are filled with water. The water depth reaching 5-7 meters, so when you want to explore the cave the only one way is enjoying cave tubing. Using inner tube you will be invited to go along Pindul Cave and enjoy the natural view in it. There is guide that will tell you all about Pindul and he will directed where your tube has to go. You can go with group to get it more super fun.

Kotagede and Imogiri Royal Tomb

Last but not least, Kotagede Mataram Royal Tomb and Imogiri Tomb is the place where you should go in Jogjakarta. If Imogiri is the tomb for Sultan of Jogja, Kotagede Mataram Royal Tomb is a graveyard for Mataram Moslem Kings. The Kotagede Mataram Royal Tomb was built in Javanese style, quite similar with Pura in Bali, while the one in Imogiri built above hill.

That is some of magnificent tourist attractions in Jogja. If this is your first time coming to Yogyakarta, the first advice is to rent car with driver so that you can go to your destination safely. To rent car Jogja, Pamitran Tours is the best choice. Our local driver knows perfectly the location of every tourist destination. Please check also our Jogja package tour. There you will find out many good package tours that will be suitable for your holiday.

 

 

Gunungkidul

Gunungkidul Travel Guide

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Gunungkidul Travel Guide

Yogyakarta is blessed with unrivaled natural scenery. Gunung Kidul as one of its districts also contributed a number of tourism areas that make the name of Yogyakarta becoming worldwide. Who would have thought if the area that was dry apparently save the potential of extraordinary natural beauty? Gunung Kidul Wonosari which was just a nameof karst mountain, turned into the best-selling tourist destinations visited in the city of Jogja.

Becoming  the most popular destinations, turning this district into a crowded place. You may be wondering what makes Gunungkidul Yogyakarta famous? Gunungkidul points of interest is that even though this place is a barren karst mountains in every long drought, but it keeps so many beaches, that even some of them still do not have big names because of newly discovered ones. The region also has a fairly long coastline. Gunungkidul beach like Krakal, Timang, Pok Tunggal, and etc, are the best Gunungkidul attractions. But some of the other may be waterfalls, caves, and hills.

This Gunungkidul Jogja was the bottom of the ocean which was later lifted to the mainland due to volcanic and tectonic activity. So that in this karst hills can be found fossils of ancient sea creatures. In the cave basins there are many discoveries about the life of homo sapiens in ancient times. Now, we will see some popular tourism in Gunungkidul.

Read also : Yogyakarta Travel Guide

Places to visit and see in Gunungkidul

1. Sri Gethuk Waterfall

This is one of the famous waterfalls in Jogja which is located in Bleberan village. Sri Gethuk will be the perfect destination for your trip. This tourism offers you the beauty of what we call as nature. The waterfall and cliffs create a landscape that is so natural and refreshing. Rustling waterfalls will accompany a relaxing moment in this place. You can also swim in the river beneath the waterfall. If afraid of drowning, you can rent life vest (2000 rupiahs) because the water is deep enough.

To approach this waterfall you have to rent a small boat for 10.000 rupiah. This boat will not only escort you to the waterfall but also to get around the river. The entrance fee is cheap, only about 7000 rupiahs. Waterfall and river in Sri Gethuk never dry because it has three springs from Ngandong, Dong poh, and Ngumbul.

2. Jomblang Cave

Jomblang cave is the most popular in Jogjakarta which is a vertical type cave. Its popularity spread as it has been used for shooting. What makes it well known is the beauty of panorama inside the cave. There is forest around it and many kind of vegetations are well preserved here. To get inside Jomblang, you need to do rapelling. It has height for about 80 m, but if you are not expert in that kind of adventure, you can walk down the cave first and then do rapelling with height only 50 m. Inside Jomblang, you can see what people call as The Heaven’s light. It is a marvelous sun light that come into Jomblang cave through the hole. To see this you need to come here before 10 a.m and pay 450.000 rupiahs to get down to the cave.

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3. Pindul Cave

To see the beauty of Gunungkidul can also by getting down to the watering cave like in Pindul cave. The journey that will be taken quite far because from the mouth of the cave has been covered with water. Cave tubing here will use the tire and life jacket as a safety, while inside the cave it is suggested that you follow all the guides to avoid anything unpleasant. During the 40 to 60 minute journey you will go through the caves or places in the Pindul. The cave tubing here is very pleasant and the guides are also very friendly. Cave conditions is also well maintained.

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4. Kalisuci Cave

Located in Pacarejo village, Gunungkidul, Kalisuci cave is another destination for cave tubing beside Pindul. This Kalisuci is actually the first cave tubing in Indonesia. But because at that time cave tubing is not a popular activity, so Kalisuci is not famous, until finally Pindul open cave tubing as a part of its tourism. What is interesting from Kalisuci, is the flow of the river that more bigger than in Pindul, so the tour becomes more challenging. The water here is never dry and always more swift when the rainy season. A 1 to 2 hour journey is required to travel the destinations such as Holy Cave, Luweng Senglat, Luweng Geleng, Goa Mburi Omah. The entrance fee is 70.000 rupiahs.

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5. Nglanggeran Volcano

Want to see ancient volcano in Jogja? Just come to Gunungkidul at Nglanggeran Volcano tourism. It is an ancient volcano area, which situated in Nglanggeran village. It also has another name that is Gunung Api Purba. You can go hiking untill you reach the top and see the beauty of Jogja from there. The entrance fee is only 7000 rupiahs. Cheap enough to get the best feeling of hiking. Facilities such as wood stairs have been made to ease the hiking. Camping can be an experience that ends the excitement of climbing this mountain.

6. Bukit Bintang

Another unique destination in Gunungkidul is Bukit Bintang. Here you can hang out while looking at the star scattered landscape. Named Bukit Bintang because in this hill you can look at the city lights below your feet whose sparkle and flickering like a star. In this place also you can have dinner with family or loved ones in the restaurant. The air is so fresh and the access is easy since it is located on the main route of Yogyakarta-Wonosari street.

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Things to do in Gunungkidul

Gunungkidul known as an interesting place for visitors due to the karst or limestone area. Below are things to do in Gunungkidul area :

  • Caving
  • Trekking
  • Rafting & Canoeing
  • Cavetubing
  • Rivertubing
  • Climbing & Rappeling
  • Camping
  • Offroad

Gunungkidul White Sandy Beach

  1. Sepanjang Beach

Want to see Kuta beach in Jogja? Yes, you can! Just go to Sepanjang Beach in Tanjungsari, Wonosari, Gunungkidul regency. If you go here, the advantage you get is that you can go to other beaches that located near Sepanjang such as, Kukup beach, Sanglen, Watu Kodok, and Drini. The distance is only about 1 to 8 km. This Sepanjang beach becomes popular because the nuance is same as Kuta Bali beach.

Then what can you do here? You can relieve your stress by walking in the white sand and play with the water as much as you can. Other uniqueness is that there are still sea animals that are easily found here such as fish, algae, starfish, shellfish, and sea urchins.

This beach also has the longest coastal area than other beach.  If the water is receding, you can see beautiful coral that still looks beautiful. Access to the beach is quite easy and the parking lot is spacious. There is no entrance fee, but you have to pay levy at Gunungkidul Beach Entrance about 10.000 rupiah.

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2. Ngandong Beach

Next is Ngandong beach, which is one of the hidden beaches in Gunungkidul. Though this beach is not famous yet, but it has incomparable beauty. It is a very exotic beach located in Sidoarjo village, Tepus, Gunungkidul. The route to this hidden beach is not easy. The streets are rather rocky, but after coming to this beach, the peace and solitude that exist will replace the fatigue on the way.

Ngandong is still very clean. White sand combined with the natural scenery of karst cliffs and coral reef that can sometimes be seen if the water is receding, is precisely the main attraction of the beach. Around this beach is the village of the fishermen. Some of their ships may be visible and you can usually rent the boat to experience a sea trip with the fisherman. There is no entrance fee but you have to pay for parking in Ngandong.

3. Timang Beach

GunungkidulPopular for its adventurous gondola, this beach is quite unique because it is not famous for its coastal scenery but because the story of the fishermen who had to struggle to cross the coral reef using a very simple gondola made of wood and plastic ropes. This coral reef is called Pulau Timang. Here fishermen can get lots of fish catches and especially lobsters.

Influenced by this dangerous idea, this small and risky gondola becomes a tourism interests. Visitors often want to feel how to cross with this gondola. No need to worry because if you cross the island of Timang is equipped with security equipment in the gondola. Because of that the price to cross the coral reef reaching 200.000 rupiah.

4. Ngrenehan Beach

Ngrenehan Beach also includes a beach that is not so crowded visitors. This can be used to calm the stress because the scenery is also quite soothing. In contrast to other beaches that are bright white sand, Ngrenehan beach actually has a yellowish white sand. But the grain is softer that it is comfortable on the foot. Playing water here is fun because you can also see the activities of fishermen who bring fish that you can buy directly. This beach is famous as a fishermen village.

5. Pok Tunggal Beach

Named with Pok Tunggal, this beach has a very iconic panorama. It is the only one Duras tree in the seaside, which gave the idea of Pok Tunggal name. For you who like off-road route, you can try to visit this beach because before you can enter it, you need to pass steep streets. But whenever you arrived in the beach, all tired will be payed off.

Because the beach is quite hidden, cleanliness certainly no doubt. You can do sunbathing or sitting on the beach using umbrellas that can be rented only with 20.000 rupiah. In addition, you can spend the night using a dome tent that can also be rented here for 60,000 rupiah. You can satisfy yourself by looking at the sunset or burning bonfire while cooking fish.

6. Jogan Beach

Have you ever seen a waterfall by the beach? If not, try to come to Jogan beach. On this beach you can find incredible scenery, waterfall empties into the ocean. But if you want to come here it is better during the rainy season, so the water debit is going up and you can enjoy the real view of the coastal waterfall. To reach this area you need to struggle first because the road is not easy. But once you get there, you can see a comparable scenery. Entrance fee is 10.000 rupiah. To be able to feel the beauty of the waterfall that empties into this beach you have to go down the beach with rapelling or canyoning techniques.

7. Nglambor Beach

If it is asked where is the best place for snorkeling in Jogja, people would answer Nglambor beach? Why this beach? Because it is the first beach in Jogja that offer the visitor snorkeling activity. In this beach the coral reef is still healthy and looks well preserved so snorkeling is very recommended for you. It does not require deep sea to find the fish that accompany your snorkeling.

Other unique things about this place are that the beach is flanked by two bays and has a large coral reef on the beach that protects it from the big waves. Here you can camp with friends and family. Entrance fee is 5000 rupiah includes parking, while for snorkeling equipment pay 50.000 rupiah.

8. Wohkudu Beach

Just by taking two hours from Jogja, you will be able to find beautiful beach that is Wohkudu beach. To meet this exotic place, you must walk for about 10 minutes along the path. This road is often covered by bushes so you can feel down the hidden paradise in Gunungkidul.

Wohkudu beach is small. It is an area of 20-30 meters. On both sides flanked by a large coral reef that increasingly adds to the hidden impression of this beach. Underneath the coral is a cave that is used to hide from sunlight exposure.

9. Siung Beach

Just like other beaches in Gunungkidul, Siung beach has a vast expanse of white sand complete with marine biota that is still healthy. Just by paying entrance fee of 10,000 rupiah, you can already feel an unforgettable experience here. You can see the fishermen who go to sea and come home with fish. These fresh fish you can buy in the market near the beach, or eat it in the restaurant around the beach. To get a cheaper price you can buy fish directly from the fisherman. Like on other beaches, you can camp and stay overnight or also try climbing on the cliffs that is in around the beach. This activity is also famous among tourists.

10. Sadranan Beach

Snorkling is one of the activities that can be done when visiting the beach. One of the famous spots for snorkeling is Sadranan beach. Some protected fish will accompany your snorkeling. The good time for snorkeling is at the morning around 6 to 8 a.m, then afternoon at 4 to 6 p.m. It costs 50,000 to rent the equipment.

Facilities here are also complete as well as toilets, gazebos, and restaurants. If you want to sunbathe on the edge you can rent an umbrella at a price of 25.000 rupiah. This beach location is in the hamlet Pulegundes II, Sidoharjo village, Gunungkidul.

11. Krakal Beach

Krakal beach is a pretty famous beach in Jogja even before the other new beaches. But now, this beach name is being lifted back because there is surfing tour. Many foreign tourists come here to surf. This place has good waves and the usual waited waves is Reef Break which is a big wave good for surfing. Because it is quite dangerous, beginners are not recommended to try to surf in this wave.

In addition to surfing you can also surround the beach and recognize the beauty of clear sea water, white sand, coral reefs that can be seen on the beach, and Damselfish that live in the coastal reefs. The entrance fee is 10.000 rupiahs.

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Merapi Volcano

Merapi Volcano

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Merapi Volcano

Become one of the most advanced cities in Indonesia makes Yogyakarta rich in visitors who always look forward to a long vacation in the city that nicknamed as city of tourism. It is famous not only because of its special food, Gudeg, or Keraton Yogyakarta palace, but also because of the tourism development that is being intensively run by the government and society so that new unique tourist places continue to appear. Like this one, Merapi lava tour. Some of you may have heard of this. It takes place in Mount Merapi, Jogja, and is the most popular adventure tour today. If you have never tried this tour, then it is time to come to the city and feel the thrilling sensation of it.

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Location and Facts

Mount Merapi or in Indonesian called as, Gunung Merapi, is an active volcano in Jogjakarta that been famous for its very active volcanic activity. Mount Merapi map is between the border of Yogyakarta and Central Java. It is 28 km north of Jogja. It has erupted since 1548, but even so million people have lived near the dangerous mountain.

Then, how was Merapi Volcano formed? Classified as a new mountain, it was formed due to magma activity thousands years ago. Magma in the earth forced out because of the very hot temperatures inside the earth. Magma that came out, later known as lava, will be hardened and form the body of the mountain. In the pre-Merapi stage occurred about 400,000 years ago, before Mount Merapi ever exist, formed the first mountain called Mount Bibi. This mountain is still on the east side of Merapi now. Then in the Old Merapi era (60,000-80,000 years ago) the body of Merapi is formed but with the un-conical shape of the peak. Only in the mid-Merapi era began around 8000-2000 years ago, the peak of the mountain began conical. Since then until today (New Merapi era) the peak of Mount Merapi has undergone some changes (fractures appeared in some part) although the shape remains conical. This conical shape makes the eruption explosive. Melting magma and hot clouds that slumped down quickly became the unique feature of this mountain.

Now, if you ever wonder, how did Merapi Volcano get its name, the answer is hanging with the local. People near the mountain give the name of Mount Merapi due to its activity in producing eruptions and lava. The word Mount Merapi means Mountain of Fire. To people around it, the mountain is a holy mountain and several version of myths have been exist. Then, how tall is Mount Merapi? The mountain height is 2930 m. It is high enough that the climbers who want to explore it must be careful due to the dangerous chasms.

But even so, the mountain still become popular among tourists and is one of other 16th world volcanoes that included in Decade Volcanoes project. What makes it famous and well known is because of its high volcanic activity. Small eruptions can occur for every two or five years, while larger eruptions occurs every 10 until 15 years. Many villages damaged and people become the victim. It is dangerous mountain but at the same time give wonderful tourism for the local.

How is that possible? Mount Merapi eruption 2010 leaving very serious damage. Many villages have to be abandoned, the casualties are increasing, and part of the mountain itself is badly damaged. Normal status was upgraded to ‘alert’ on September 20 and continues to rise to ‘standby’ on 21 October. Evacuation was designed, but on October 25 the status of the mountain became ‘aware’. The vomit of hot clouds and incandescent lava became a threat, and the roar from the mountain became a sign of the exit of gravel and sand that pushed into Jogja territory. Other places like Tasikmalaya, Bandung, and Bogor are covered with volcanic ash, while heavy volcanic ash rains hit Cilacap and Purwokerto. But after this eruption, new tourist destination has born. It is Merapi lava tour that makes Mount Merapi become the center of activities inside the trip.

The Merapi tour make use of the mountain leftover such as the burned villages and forest, river filled with sand and cold lava, and other items that are burned by fire. Mount merapi eruption 2014 is also one of the periods of volcanic activity of Merapi, but this activity does not pose a hazard and adverse impact as it did in 2006 and 2010.

Merapi Volcano Tour

In conclusion, Mount Merapi is a volcano tour Jogja that must be included on your trip list. Merapi volcano tourism offers you sensations that have never been tried before. You can visit some unique destination by using Jeep and pass the off-road. Except for that, you will cross the river in Merapi to see the cold lava leftover.

Yogyakarta Merapi lava tour will give you great adventure of visiting the active mountain and other destination near Merapi. You will go to amazing places such as Sisa Hartaku Mini Museum, alien stone, Mbah Maridjan house, Kaliadem bunker, and several villages who become victims of Merapi eruption. When you visiting Sisa Hartaku museum, you can see all burned and damaged things that being kept in the museum. While in Mbah Maridjan house you will get know the story of Mbah Maridjan as important figures related to the mountain. Other than that, you can visit Merapi Volcano Museum. This museum keeps track of Merapi volcanic activity, photographs of observations, and objects of eruption such as rocks and sand.

To visit this place, you will be escorted by Jeep. This Merapi jeep tour price can be varied depends on what package you chose. But if you want to get the best adventure for this Merapi tour, you can use Pamitran. Why should us? Beside our friendly price of Merapi lava tour, we also are the best partner to arrange your trip in Merapi. You can discuss your plan with us and we will help you to make it perfect. You can check the website or contact us to make sure about the price.

We also have packages such as Merapi Jeep Sunrise Tour and Climbing Merapi for Sunrise Tour. Yes, enjoying the mountain can be in early morning so you can see the beautiful sunrise before you go for something else. To catch up the amazing sunrise, you cannot only use jeep. If you want to walk by yourself try trekking Merapi. You need to get on the peak of it and see the sunrise there. This Merapi sunrise trekking is a new activity you can try so you will never forget your experience while in Jogja.

The best thing of all is, the mountain is in a safe state, and there is no Mount Merapi entrance fee. All money you need to pay is for the facilities of the trip such as jeep, lunch, and entrance fee for some places. Mount Merapi is indeed the best lava tour Indonesia.

Prambanan Temple

Prambanan Temple

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Prambanan Temple

Candi Prambanan (Prambanan temple) was built in the ninth century and becoming the biggest Hindu temple in Indonesia. In South East Asia, it becomes one of the largest temples. Its existence cannot be separated from the myth about it, a myth about Princess Roro Jonggrang and Prince Bandung Bondowoso. The myth is very popular until every visitor must know when they come to this magical temple. These myths and other historical facts about it are so amazing that they always attract the attention of visitors from outside and inside the country.

Prambanan’s Brief History

In the ninth century, Prambanan candi was built by Rakai Pikatan in 850 CE, a century after the development of Borobudur. This becomes a moment where the Hindu era was back in the Sanjaya dynasty after the Syailendra dynasty that holds Buddha as the main religion. The architecture inspired by the Shivaite Hinduism. It is because the temple is dedicated to Shiva as the greatest gods in Hindu and the Trimurti (Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma). That is why, the main temple consist of three temples that each temple is dedicated to each gods.

Prambanan is also called as Shivagrha temple and is located in the northeast area of the central Yogyakarta city. It is included as one of UNESCO world heritage sites. According to Prambanan Wikipedia, the temple is passed by Opak River in the western side.

In the reign of Mpu Sindok (930s), the royal central was moved to East Java. Merapi volcano eruptions become the main reason why the center of his kingdom was moved to other region. The temple was then left and abandoned like it never existed. In 16th century, it was known that the temple collapsed due to some earthquake. The rediscovery was just started at 1733. Before that, local people only know about the ruins of it and gave some mystical story, make it has great origin of Prambanan.

Knowing the brief history about this exotic site is not enough. There is still other interesting Prambanan temple story about Roro Jonggrang princess. This is a marvelous folktale inspired by the ruins of Prambanan itself which was found by local people at that time. The story goes from time to time, from generation to generation. The folktale said that Roro Jonggrang was a beautiful princess and a daughter of King Boko. Her kingdom is what people called now as Ratu Boko temple. Once upon a time a young prince named Bandung Bondowoso fell in love with her and proposed to marry her. But Roro Jonggrang refused the offer. She refused it by her wishes to Bandung Bondowoso to build her a majestic 1000 temples as a sign of his sincerity love. She also said to finished it before the dawn.

Roro Jonggrang thought that Bondowoso cannot fulfill her wish and will cancel their marriage, but in fact Bandung Bondowoso agreed, and he asked for help from demons and other spiritual being to finish the 1000 temples. Roro Jonggrang knew this and she find other way to deceive Bondowoso’s work that was soon be finished. The dawn was come and the temple still has one building left. He then knew that this was the idea of Roro Jonggrang. The dawn was actually not yet coming. Bondowoso is angry and throw his curse that to fulfill the one temple that is still remained unfinished Roro Jonggrang must be a statue inside this 1000th temple. Now the 1000th temple is known as the Roro Jonggrang temple and is located in one of the rooms inside the Shiva temple. The statue which refers to Roro Jonggrang is actually a statue of Durga, the wife of Shiva.

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Entrance Fee and Opening Hours

To enjoy the trip in this magical temple, here is information about the Prambanan temple entrance fee 2023. For the regular Prambanan temple entrance fee is USD 25 (adult) and USD 15 (kids). This ticket is included sunset panorama in Prambanan. This Prambanan opening hours start from 6 a.m until 5 p.m and after that is continued with the sunset session. Prambanan sunset is another way to spend your trip to see sunset in Yogyakarta.

Other than the regular package, there are Prambanan and Borobudur package which has entrance fee of USD 45 (adults) and USD 30 (kids), Prambanan and Ratu Boko package which has the same entrance fee with Prambanan and Borobudur package, and the last is Prambanan, Plaosan, and Sojiwan package which has entrance fee of USD 30 (adults) and USD 20 (kids).

Ramayana Ballet and the Temple Sunset

As stated before, in this exotic site, visitor can also see sunset in the temple. Enough with sejarah Prambanan that the visitor will get from the guide book or tour guide, they can add memorable trip to Yogyakarta by seeing the magnificent sunset panorama in Prambanan sunset tour starting from 5 p.m. The entrance ticket has included with the regular ticket. Here, the temple will invite the visitor to feel such magical atmosphere of Prambanan which will combine with beautiful sky above it.

Not only the temple sunset, the special thing about this Prambanan, is that visitor can also see the performance of Ramayana ballet. What is this Ramayana ballet? Ramayana ballet is a traditional dance performance which tells the story of Rama and Shinta, a husband and wife who were driven into the forest. Rama was a prince of the Ayodhya kingdom. Together with his wife and younger brother Laksmana, Rama stepped out into the woods to avoid the throne fight that could lead to civil war. Inside the forest, a giant named Rahwana fell in love after saw Shinta, and kidnapped her from Rama. Rama then tried to reclaim Shinta from Rahwana’s hands with the help of Laksmana and also Anoman, the monkey king. Anoman deployed his entire monkey army and made the giants army of Rahwana defeated. This story is inspired by the famous Hindu religious story of Rama and Shinta.

jomblang cave

Jomblang Cave (Goa Jomblang) – Amazing Adventure

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Jomblang Cave

It may be common to hear Yogyakarta as a nest of natural attractions. But what about Jogja as a center of adventure tour that involve adrenaline and requires courage in it? Yes, the city also has places that are ready to challenge the courage of visitors like those in beach Timang and its gondola, rafting Progo River, downhill Bukit Turgo, etc. Beside them, there is another extreme tourism in Jomblang cave and Pindul cave.

Jomblang is a very famous vertical cave in Yogyakarta. What it offered? It offers a super adventure plus magnificent view can’t be denied. This place now becomes conservation for ancient plants also. It has depth of 90m that makes tourist should do rapelling to get down to the cave ground. This dangerous activity will be guided by the expert that is always ready around the cave.

Jomblang is not only famous for rapelling, but also as a place where two different vegetation lives in the bottom and above it. The other amazing thing about it is the panorama of heaven’s light that can be seen when visitor is inside the cave. This heaven’s light is the sunlight that goes inside through the mouth of the cave above. The radiance of the light is very good and spoiled the eyes of anyone who looks at it.

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Location, Entrance Fee, and the Best Time to Visit Jomblang Cave

Jomblang cave is only one of any other caves located in Gunung Kidul Karst Mountain. There are total 500 caves in this mountain, but because Jomblang has been ever used as a shooting location, that is why it become famous right now. Jomblang cave location is in Jetis village, Semanu, Gunung Kidul regency, Yogyakarta. To get here is highly recommended to use private car or car rental, or join goa Jomblang tour which often offered by tour and travel agent. Inside the tour usually the Jomblang cave ticket has been included to the package, so those who hire the tour service have no hassles in paying twice.

So how much is the tiket masuk goa Jomblang? Entry ticket cost 450.000 rupiahs. This Jomblang cave entrance fee includes rapelling tools such as life jacket, helmet, boots, guide, harness, insurance, and even lunch. For those who are not experts in the extreme events can still try via the VIP line. Walk down the cave for about 15 meters depth is what required in VIP line. After that the rest to do is rapelling as far as 20 meters down. For those who have enough experience for rapelling can directly try the regular path that goes down into the cave with varying depths starting from 40 m, 60 m, and last the highest 80 m.

In this case, Goa Jomblang price for the entrance ticket is not considered too expensive remembering the risks, the tools that must be rented, and the guide that will always accompany the visitors. The opening hours start from 9 a.m until 1.30 p.m. But to see the heaven’s light, visitor should come at least at 10 a.m.

Pindul Cave Tubing After Jomblang Cave Tour

Located in Bejiharjo village, Karangmojo, Gunung Kidul, Pindul cave is the perfect place to spend holiday by doing cave tubing. End the weekend here is another best option after goes to Jomblang. The location is not very far from Jomblang cave. It only needs 35 minutes to go by car. So it is recommended to come here also.

From the mouth of the cave to the end, this place is filled with water. That is why visitors need to regularly ride a tire that becomes a driving tool in the cave and follow all the guide’s instructors. The length of Pindul reaches 350 meters and to run it takes about an hour before finally arriving on the dam as the finish line. The entrance fee is 50.000 rupiahs per person. Pindul cave tubing is the next must to try tour when visiting Gunung Kidul. To get this kind of trip tourist can do Jomblang cave tour booking which can be done by hiring tour and travel service like those in Pamitran. We provide many packages including packages for Jomblang trip that can be continued to Pindul cave. All the required information will be explained honestly to make the trip smooth and that is the reason why should use our services. Last, don’t be shy to make a call.

Possibilities Combination Tour after Jomblang Cave:

  • Timang Beach
  • Indrayanti Beach
  • Kalisuci Cavetubing
  • Pinus Pengger
Yogyakarta Trip Attractions

Yogyakarta Trip Attractions

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Yogyakarta Trip Attractions

Yogyakarta trip attractions. Lot of surprise, is one thing that can describe Yogyakarta. This city has changed its face from a traditional town many years ago and takes the modern look as its part nowadays. Yogyakarta is one of the popular cities in Indonesia because of its destination. Located in south part of Java island, Yogyakarta has so many beaches that can draw your attention. Not only beaches, when you go to Yogyakarta, you can visit other natural attractions such as mountains, caves, and rivers. This is why Yogyakarta is known as the hometown for natural tourist attractions that amaze the eyes of the visitors. Admiring the city’s nature is one thing, but you can also learn its traditional culture and everyday life when you stay here and do many activities in the tourist villages.

Trip to Yogyakarta

Since there are many things you can do and visit in Yogyakarta, you may be need Yogyakarta travel itinerary to plan your visit in this city. This itinerary is very important so that your travel can be well planned and nothing misses on the lists. Pamitran in this way as your travel agent will help you to decide which places you will visit or what activities you will do. You can ask us about itinerary Yogyakarta 2016 for example, and we will guide you for the best choice you have to make.

Many variations of packages are made to satisfy our customer desires that are also different one another. Pamitran have Yogyakarta 4 days 3 night itinerary packages for example, and this itinerary already contains a sequence of tourist attractions that can be visited from Day 1 until Day 4. Of course, we also have other packages like 3 days 2 nights tour, 2 days 1 night tour, Borobudur sunrise tour, etc. So don’t worry, where you want to go, how long you will be stay, what will you want to do can be planned rightly in Pamitran.

Well, if you want to know at glance the places you can go to give you the idea in planning your trip to this beautiful city, here is the list of must see places Yogyakarta trip attractions :

  1. Borobudur Temple.
  2. Prambanan Temple.
  3. Malioboro Street.
  4. Keraton Ngayogyakarta.
  5. Tamansari Water Castle.
  6. Tugu Yogyakarta.
  7. Mount Merapi.
  8. Parangtritis Beach.

Yogyakarta is also a city that is friendly for backpackers. So if you wish to go to Yogyakarta with less money, you can try pengalaman backpacker ke jogja. It must be very interesting and you will get another feeling for your trip. By becoming a backpacker you can find more local food such as in Angkringan with cheaper price, go to destination that is not yet booming, and go shopping in the traditional market such as Beringharjo that offers you lot of benefit. For all of this info about backpacker, you can visit some of Yogyakarta backpacker blog on the internet.

Spending the time in Yogyakarta not only can be done in daylight. Even as a small city, Yogyakarta trip attractions has a unique nightlife. Seeing the nightlife in Yogyakarta will give you wonderful moment. Night day in Yogyakarta can be spent to visit the South square. There is a pedal car decorated with sparkling lights that can be used to surround the square. By sculling this ornamental car you will also feel the sensation of sports at night. Or, try the sensation of Masangin, in which you have to pass through the gap of two banyan trees by using a blindfold. Once said, if you can pass that gap with your eyes closed, then your wish will come true. Aside from the city, you can go to Bukit Bintang to see the sparkle of city lights from above Gunungkidul while having dinner in the restaurant. And still many more to do.

Shopping in Yogyakarta

In Yogyakarta you can also go shopping as much as you want. It has many shopping destinations start from traditional market until factory outlet in Yogyakarta. Usually you will be drawn to go to Malioboro Street. Here, you can see many factory outlet lined up and offer you variety of goods such as Batik, modern clothes, shoes, traditional souvenir, etc.

If you want to buy Batik, there are some places where to buy Batik in Yogyakarta. Usually you will be drawn to Mirota Batik outlet or Hamzah Batik in Malioboro, because it has many choices of model and size of Batik with good quality. This outlet always crowd everyday moreover if holiday seasons come. But if you want to buy Batik with cheaper price while trying to bargain with the local seller, you can buy Batik in street vendors along the Malioboro Street or in Beringharjo Market. Other recommendation to shop can be seen from Yogyakarta shopping blog.

As a modern city, Yogyakarta also has malls almost in all parts of its main region. This Yogyakarta city mall marking the modernity and is the part of nightlife in Yogyakarta. What can you do by visiting the malls? Of course, in the mall you can check and buy Yogyakarta souvenir such as traditional craft or traditional food that you will bring back to home. Besides giving you souvenir, going into biggest shopping mall in Yogyakarta, such as Jogja City Mall, Ambarukmo Plaza, or Hartono Mall will relaxing your eyes by seeing local people who walk around the mall. Other than the malls, you can visit Kotagede for buying silver craft, factory outlet of Chocolate Monggo, Bakpia, Dagadu, etc, for your souvenir shop Yogyakarta.

That is not the only fascinating thing about Yogyakarta trip attractions. Nicknamed as an education city, Yogyakarta is one of the best cities in Indonesia that cares about education world. So it is not surprising that here are many bookstores to be visited. If you want to buy book in Yogyakarta, you can just go to shopping buku Yogyakarta. It is a shopping center for many kinds of book that is popular for its completeness. Shopping book center located in Sriwedani Street and is the biggest shopping book center in Yogyakarta. Other than Shopping Book Center, you can go to ranks of a small book stall in Terban, Gramedia outlet, Toga Mas outlet, or even you can find books inside of the malls in Periplus or Books and Beyond outlet.

 

Yogyakarta beach (explore the hidden beach in jogja)

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Yogyakarta Beach

One of the nature destinations that are usually visited when you go to some places is beach. Beach is indeed offers you different feeling and view. Yogyakarta as a famous city in Indonesia has dozens of beach that stretch in south area. Yes, it is the best city to find beaches, if that is one of your reasons to come here. Some of them are even fairly new and this is why they usually called as the city’s hidden paradise.

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Several popular beaches are in Bantul regency. But some other are in Gunung Kidul that is lately open new beaches in its area. If you have longer time to spend your trip, make sure you will come to these beautiful tourist destination. The panorama will bewitch you, make you do not want to go home. Also, stay overnight in the beach which you think is best and find Yogyakarta beach hotel near it. Nowadays, Jogja already has beach hotel with nice services and facilities. Some of them even has cheap price, and it is suitable for a backpacker. Now, let’s find out what are the hidden beach in Yogyakarta to complete your  “must visited place” in this city.

Hidden Beach in Yogyakarta

Jogan Beach

Jogan beach is a blend between waterfall and the beach itself. When you go here, you will be welcomed with an amazing view  of a waterfall that falling over and emptied into the seaside coast. Imagine the water that comes from the mountain and then goes down and get together with water in the sea. It will make you chills and feel amazed. Jogan is the only one along Gunung Kidul coastal area which has such a coastal appearance. It also reminds people with McWay Beach Waterfall in California.

This beach is located near Siung beach. If you want to come here, make sure you come in the right time, that is in rainy season. That is the best time ever to see the waterfall because the water discharge is rises. In Jogan you will get wonderful view of sea in front of your eyes, and the sound of water falling into the ground behind you. To enjoy such panorama, you need to get down from above the waterfall into the beach ground.

Wohkudu Beach

Want to feel the real hidden beach? Just come to Wohkudu. It is a small one in Nglaos village, Girikerto, Panggang, Gunung Kidul. Precisely, it is in the east of Kesirat beach. If you stay in the center of Yogyakarta city, it will take two hours to arrive here. From the parking lot near the beach, you need to walk for ten minutes to get into the hidden shore.

Wohkudu beach has small shore about only 20 until 25 metres. It is flanked by the two hills in the right and left side. You will find the sensation of walking accompanied by bushes that sometimes still cover the road, really a typical of hidden beach because it is also still fairly new. But you will be satisfied after finding the beach and enjoy the water that welcomes you. Feel also the comfortable moment when your feet stepping on the white sand.  There is alcove like a cave beneath the cliff that can be used for casual seating to avoid the scorching sun.

Depok Beach

The next recommended Yogyakarta beach is Depok. What can you found in here? In Depok beach you can not only see sea which expanses, but also the fisherman’s activity to catch fishes and other sea animals to be sold later. So, what you will see is the fisherman’s boats, fishing nets, rowing tools, and if you are lucky enough you will find boats and fishermen who have just returned from fishing. The fishes that still fresh and live are on their ship. You can buy them directly from the fisherman, or eat it in restaurants in Depok that is also has fresh fish, directly from the catch of the fishermen. All seafood serves deliciously.

The beach is located in Bantul regency, precisely at Pasir Putih Street. It is also near with Parangtritis Queen of The South Beach. The entrance ticket is only five thousand rupiahs. Enjoy your day here and have no doubt to stay overnight in beach resorts near Yogyakarta or near Depok beach.

Nglambor Beach

You may be thinking that the wave in the south beach is more violent than the one in north Java. Well, in some ways it is true, but if you visit Nglambor beach, you will get different thing. Nglambor has hidden seashore and does not open directly to the beach. In front of this alcove there are two large rocks called by local people as turtle cliffs. It is this cliff that keeps the beach alcove away from the big waves. This alcove eventually forms a pool that is not so deep with calm water. Coral reefs live and fishes often play here. That is why snorkeling becomes mandatory activity in Nglambor.

Nglambor is one of the beaches in Yogyakarta which is preserved by the government. Visitors are asked not to litter and do things that will damage the life of marine biota in Nglambor. Let the wonderful view of Nglambor with the two guards of turtle cliff (Watu Kalong and Watu Kuntul) stays forever.

Wediombo Beach

If you get bored with usual beach activities such as walking along while playing with the sand, and drinking young coconut in the shore, just visits Wediombo. Why? It is because in this beach you can do surfing. Lately, Wediombo is known as the best place to surf in Yogyakarta. Not only Bali, Wediombo in Jogja also has the best stable wave.

Other than surfing, waiting for the sunset is the thing you can do. Wediombo beach has a spectacular sunset panorama because it headed to the west, precisely in the place where the sun is getting down. You can prepare your camera and take photos as much as you want when the time comes. For lucky visitors, they can see a local ritual too as an embodiment of gratitude and also prayer to God to give the locals much fortune in the future.  Other activity is snorkeling, swimming in the lagoon, camping, hammocking, and fishing.

Ngrenehan Beach

Yogyakarta beach

Ngerenehan beach

Gunung Kidul always identical with drought in summer and its Karst mountain. But in fact this regency has the most beaches among other area in Yogyakarta. In this regency you can found the lovely Ngrenehan beach. What will you get here is  white sand, green cliffs, and the fishermen’s boat anchored after going into the sea. If you want to swim, this area saves for those who want to taste the freshness of the water. Ngerenehan seashore shaped like a bay. The wave is not directly come into the seashore because it has been broken by the cliffs around the beach. Like in Depok beach, you can buy fishes directly from the fishermen to get cheaper price.

Timang Beach

Timang beach first time known not because the beauty of the beach itself, but because the simple gondola used for hunting seafood, mainly lobster. Local fishermen have to risk their life to find fishes that can be sold by crossing one coral reef  in Timang beach into another coral reef called Timang Island. This Timang Island is the best place to fish several kind of seafood. The slide distance is about 50-100 meters towards the west from Timang Beach. Because of the uniqueness that these fishermen have, the visitors then also want to feel the excitement of flying over the sea using this risky simple gondola made by woods and plastic straps. Prepare your adrenaline to drive this gondola alone above the pounding wave right under your legs. Beautiful and unique view of Timang beach can also be enjoyed when you drive this gondola.

Timang beach is located in Purwodadi village, Tepus, Gunung Kidul, Jogja.  The trip from Yogyakarta to Timang beach needs 2 hours to go. But right after you come here, you will be satisfied with the beach panorama.

That is several beaches in Yogyakarta that is famous for its own beauty. Dan pantai lain-lainnya in Jogja is no less than those described above. You can come to these amazing beaches with Pamitran Tours. We will be your best guide that accompany you wherever you go in this city.