Let’s think once your ideal paradise vacation. Warm weather to get sun burning, white sand beach or the green water that can stings your eyes.
Located approximately 120 kilometers off the north coast of Semarang between Java and Kalimantan. Karimunjawa is an archipelago of 27 islands, off the coast of Central Java, Indonesia.
Variety of people, from teenagers, family, photographers visit Karimunjawa Island to get away from their daily hectic life and enjoy the beautiful nature island has to offer. Karimunjawa has become famous spot for snorkeling, diving and cruising around on a motorbike to get explore the islands white sands beach.
Usually, when you want to get snorkeling, you can find a local fisherman to take you out to the favorite spot for snorkeling, Tanjung Gelam. The rate is going about Rp. 300.000 for 5-hours boat ride. You can feel the fresh air while sailing a small boat and see the clear blue-green sea with varied type of fish.
Similar to the other islands on the coast, Karimunjawa is known for its fresh seafood dishes. You can find a fresh prawn, fish, or crab in Alun-alun on the evening. On the other eateries provide the other cheap foods like fried rice, instant noodle or an assortment of veggies, which is an absolutely great way to start off your meal.
How it feels if you can swim together with the sharks? How if they can bite you while they were hungry? Menjangan Besar Island located 10 minutes in south Karimunjawa Island. This island has 52 hectares, used for a captivity of sharks. You will get the new swimming experience face to face with the sharks, one of the most activity that you must try on Karimunjawa. Make sure you are not in period when you do this.
There are many ways to going there :
– 5 hours from Jepara to Karimunjawa by regular ferry. Be there 1 hour earlier before the scheduled (currently ferry will departs at 8am)
Cost : Rp. 42.000
– 2,5 hours from Jepara to Karimunjawa by speedboat. You need to be booked in advance.
Cost : Rp 110.000
– Last option by speedboat from Tanjung Emas in Semarang, currently departs on two days per week.
If you were getting bored with the citylife, a trip to Karimunjawa might be what you need to refresh your mind. The new fresh air and sea vitamin for an escape your daily life.
