Karimunjawa Island
Karimun derived from the Javanese language kremun which means blurred or vague. Given the name because these islands faintly visible from the island of Java, which caused the location is quite far from the island of Java. To achieve Karimunjawa takes about 4 to 6 hours from the mainland island of Java by using the Motor Ship Fast from Semarang or Jepara. It was, matched with his name, because it takes a long time to arrive on the island.Karimunjawa a paradise of the divers (diver). You can perform various activities in the crystal clear waters. Swimming, diving (diving), atausnorkeling will be fun.
The beauty of coral reefs and colorful fish in the sea will be an attraction to frolic in the water. Seawater in Karimunjawa very clear and transparent, so you can clearly see the sea floor. For those of you who like fishing, you can also do it on a few islands in the Publications.
To visit the islands in Karimunjawa, you can use a fishing boat. The time required is not too long to visit several islands at once because it is situated not far apart. There is also a boat that is equipped with a glass at the bottom of the boat (glass bottom boat) are suitable for you who do not want to dive but want to still be able to see the coral reefs or fish in the sea water.
Karimunjawa
Publications since 2001 have an official name Karimunjawa National Park. Karimunjawa National Park consists of a small cluster of 27 islands with 5 pieces that have been populated island in this archipelago. The island is already inhabited the island of Genting, Kemujan Island, Island Publications, Mosquito Island, and the island of Parang. Most of the island there has beaches with white sand.
The islands are a favorite to be visited by tourists for its natural beauty, among others, Menjangan Besar Island, Menjangan Small, Small Pine, and the Cape Gelam. Let's visit the islands one by one!
Menjangan Besar Island
Menjangan Besar Island there is a shark breeding. You can test the courage to go into their breeding pond and swim with these sharks. No need to fear, because the sharks here are quite tame and friendly with humans.
Small Menjangan Island
Small Menjangan Island deserves a visit for the waters around this island there are lots of small colorful fish are beautiful. This island has a beach and a beautiful sea floor with clear water. The island is suitable for you who want to try snorkeling.
Pine Island Pine Island Small and Large
On both islands there are many pine trees that may be the basis of the second name of this island. Another unique thing is the existence of the mainland beaches with white sand jutting into the sea.
Cape Island Gelam
Gelam Cape Island is a beautiful island with white sand and sea water is bluish green.
Accommodation in Karimunjawa
Besides enjoying the beautiful sea and beaches, you can visit the traditional market or visiting the servants who managed to get fish in the fish market.
To the inn, there are several options you can specify. You can stay at some luxury resort in the small islands or even hotels with cheaper rates. Some locals also rent out his house with a cheaper fare anymore. Or you could try a different atmosphere with a stay at Wisma Pumice, which is the inn that is in the water not far from the beach.
Transportation to Karimunjawa
To go Karimunjawa, you can use some alternative options below:
Quick ship from Semarang
From Semarang, you can go to the Publications through the Port of Tanjung Golden using speedboats. Travel from Semarang to Karimunjawa about 4 hours to 6 hours if the weather is bad.
Ships from Jepara
If you choose to go to the Publications of Jepara, you can through the Port of Kartini. You can choose to use a fast boat, or also use a slow and expensive ships from Jepara. The journey from Jepara to Karimunjawa about 2.5 to 3 hours.
Plane
In addition, for those who have enough funds, there is a small plane in Semarang Ahmad Yani Airport can be leased to the Airport Daru Island Kemujan god (one of the islands in Karimunjawa). By plane, you can see the beauty from above Karimunjawa before landing at the aerodrome at Karimunjawa. Travel by plane take about 30 minutes.
Enjoying the beauty of this island and feel the tranquility will be an enjoyable experience. Encouraged to visit the island in March through October, at the time the weather is friendly so you can freely explore and enjoy the islands Karimunjawa. Enjoy the enchanting beauty of nature in Karimunjawa.
Category Article Central Java, Indonesia, Natural
