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PULAU MERAH “Red Island Beach”
Red Island Beach: Bali's Next Top Surf Destination
Red Island Beach (Pantai Pulau Merah) is a rising star among Banyuwangi's tourist attractions, situated in Sumberagung Village, Pesanggaran District, approximately 80 km from Banyuwangi city center.
The beach is famed for its compelling natural features and its exceptional surf quality:
1. The Iconic Red Hill
The beach boasts a long, 3 km stretch of white sand. Its unique geographical landmark is a small, distinctively shaped hill located very close to the shoreline, which gives the area its "Red Island" moniker. Visitors can walk out to this iconic hill during low tide.
2. World-Class Waves for Surfing
Red Island is quickly establishing itself as a prime surfing destination. Its waves are perfectly suited for the sport, particularly for beginner to intermediate surfers.
International Recognition: The quality of the waves was officially recognized when the beach successfully hosted the International Surfing Competition in 2013. The event, opened by Indonesia's Tourism Minister, saw participation from surfers representing 20 countries worldwide.
The combination of stunning coastal scenery, soft white sand, and excellent waves makes Red Island Beach a must-visit for beach lovers and surfers alike.
Red Island: Access, Facilities, and the Best Time to Visit
Red Island Beach offers more than just surfing; it is a blend of natural beauty, cultural significance, and convenience for visitors.
Unique Access and Cultural Significance
Accessing the Island: Tourists can easily visit the iconic Red Hill when the tide is low, as the receding water reveals a pathway, allowing you to walk directly to the island on foot.
Pura Segara Tawang Alun: Near the beach lies Pura Segara Tawang Alun, an important spiritual site. This temple is used annually by the Hindu community to conduct the sacred Mekiyis ceremony.
Unforgettable Sunset: Beyond the unique red hill and beautiful white sands, Red Island is famed for its truly spectacular sunset views—a moment you won't want to miss.
Visitor Information and Best Timing
| Kategori | Detail |
| Facilities | The area provides sufficient facilities, including a wide parking area, homestays for overnight stays, and several stalls where you can relax while enjoying the view. |
| Entrance Fee | Weekdays: $\text{Rp } 3.000$ per person. Weekends: $\text{Rp } 5.000$ per person. |
| Best Time to Visit | The months of May to December are considered the most ideal time to fully enjoy the beach's entire beauty, including the surf and general weather conditions. |
SUKAMADE Beach
Tentu, ini adalah terjemahan dan perapian teks Anda tentang Sukamade Beach ke dalam Bahasa Inggris, menyoroti aspek petualangan dan konservasinya.
🐢 Sukamade Beach: An Extreme Adventure to the Turtle Palace
Sukamade Beach is a jewel within the Meru Betiri National Park and forms a key part of Banyuwangi's 'Diamond Triangle' tourism circuit. It is famous for two things: its extreme jungle off-road track and its crucial role as a turtle sanctuary.
Located approximately 97 km southwest of Banyuwangi city, in Sarongan Village, Pesanggaran District, Sukamade offers a tranquil natural atmosphere that serves as a vital nesting ground.
A Sanctuary for Rare Turtles
Sukamade is a landing beach for four of the six turtle species found in Indonesia:
Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas)
Olive Ridley Turtle (Lepidochelys olivaceae)
Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata)
Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriaceae)
The Green Turtle is the species most frequently seen coming ashore to lay its eggs. Beyond being a landing spot, Sukamade operates a conservation program, facilitating the hatching of eggs and the subsequent release of hatchlings (baby turtles) back into the sea.
Best Time to Witness Turtle Nesting
If you want to witness the incredible sight of turtles laying eggs, note the following times:
Peak Season: November to March is the optimal period to see female turtles come ashore.
Nesting Hours: Female turtles typically land at night, around 7:30 PM, and return to the sea around 12:00 AM.
In addition to seeing the nesting process, visitors often get the chance to participate in the heartwarming activity of releasing hatchlings into the ocean—a truly unforgettable experience.
🚜 The Adrenaline-Pumping Trail
Reaching Sukamade requires a challenging, adrenaline-fueled journey that is part of the overall adventure.
Vehicle Requirement: Travelers are highly advised to use a 4x4 double garden or similar off-road vehicle.
The Experience: The challenging 30-kilometer trail features muddy paths, steep, winding hills, sharp rocks, and requires crossing several rivers. This difficult terrain is integral to the Sukamade experience, giving tourists a raw and memorable trip into the wilderness.
IJEN
This is a detailed, organized, and professionally written promotional text about Mount Ijen and Kawah Ijen, focusing on its natural phenomena, mining activity, and visitor information.
🌋 Mount Ijen: Discover the World's Most Acidic Lake and the Legendary Blue Fire
Mount Ijen, an active stratovolcano standing at 2,443 meters above sea level, is a captivating natural wonder. Despite its history of four recorded eruptions, its caldera is home to one of the most magnificent—and dangerous—lakes on Earth: Kawah Ijen.
The Magnificent Kawah Ijen Crater
Once you reach the peak, you are greeted by the sight of Kawah Ijen, a vast crater lake with distinct Tosca green acidic water.
Geological Marvel: The crater lake itself spans 5,466 hectares with a depth of 200 meters. It acts as a powerful multicomponent reactor, where ongoing physical and chemical processes—including the release of magmatic gases, rock dissolution, and material precipitation—result in water that is exceptionally acidic and holds a dangerously high concentration of dissolved materials.
Sulfur Sublimate: Another phenomenon is the sulfur sublimate. Sulfur is produced when sulfur gases, released from sulfatara at temperatures around $200^\circ\text{C}$, cool and solidify. The mine produces approximately 8 tons of sulfur per day.
The Legendary Blue Fire
The ultimate reward for an early morning climb is witnessing the marvelous spectacle that outshines both sunrise and sunset: the Blue Fire (or Blue Flame).
The Phenomenon: The blue flame is created when hot sulfuric gases, emerging from the sulfatara pipelines, ignite upon contact with oxygen in the atmosphere.
The Ascent: To see the blue flame, which is only visible in the dark, visitors must start their climb at Paltuding between 02:00 AM and 03:00 AM. The struggle of the pre-dawn ascent is absolutely worth the sight of the glowing, otherworldly blue flame.
Access Routes to Kawah Ijen
Tourists can choose between two main routes to reach the Paltuding basecamp:
| Route | Starting Point | Distance | Estimated Time |
| South Route (Banyuwangi) | Licin Village $\rightarrow$ Paltuding | 35 km | $\approx 1.5$ hours |
| North Route (Situbondo/Bondowoso) | Situbondo $\rightarrow$ Sempol $\rightarrow$ Paltuding | 93 km | $\approx 2.5$ hours |
⛏️ The Sulfur Miners: A Daily Act of Courage
No less stunning than the blue fire is the activity of the Ijen sulfur miners—a profession of remarkable hardship and courage. Approximately 350 miners work daily, collecting and transporting sulfur.
The Mining Process: Pawon and Bearers
Pawon (The "Kitchen"): These miners directly interact with the sulfur gas. They control the gas discharge from iron pipes, cool the pipes to speed up sublimation, and use traditional tools (crowbars) to collect the frozen sulfur.
The Bearers: These miners transport the collected sulfur. Using traditional bamboo baskets, they carry loads typically ranging from 50 kg to 80 kg, though some carry up to 100 kg, making up to two trips a day to earn their wages at the weighing posts (including the Paltuding post).
The Value of Sulfur
The sulfur collected is a valuable commodity used for various purposes, including treating skin diseases, bleaching sugar, and serving as a raw ingredient in cosmetics and vehicle tire manufacturing.
Visitor Facilities at Paltuding
The Paltuding basecamp is equipped with common facilities for travelers, including a camping ground, rest areas, lodging rooms, food stalls, and toilets.
📞 Contact Java Tour Holidays
Ready to witness the Blue Fire and the challenging beauty of Ijen? Contact us today to arrange your adventure.
| Contact Detail | Information |
| Contact Person | Miko |
| Phone/WA | +62 853-3616-2411 |
| javatourholidays@gmail.com | |
| Address | Songgon 31 Pengantigan Rogojampi, Banyuwangi, East Java, Indonesia |
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