5 Fascinating Beach in Banyuwangi
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Hello beachgoers, do you know Banyuwangi? It's a district located in the east end of Java island which offers numerous panoramic beaches. The beaches in this so-called 'sunrise of java' district are no less magnificent than those on its neighbouring island, Bali. For those of you who want to experience other scenic panoramas as an alternative of Bali, it's highly recommended to explore Banyuwangi.
If your current location is in Bali, and want to go to Banyuwangi. You can go from Gilimanuk harbour to Ketapang harbour with an estimated time around 1 hour, or you can go from ngurah rai airport going to banyuwangi international airport also known as blimbingsari airport.
Offering a lot of natural beauty, Banyuwangi offers a series of charming beaches that you can try to visit. With the variety from shallow waters to pounding surf, incredibly blue waters, and surreal sunset. Try to explore Banyuwangi and you won't regret it!
So, without further ado let's get to know the top 5 fascinating Banyuwangi beaches according to Jagojalan recommendation.
1. Plengkung (G-land) Beach
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The very well-known surf break G-land is located in Banyuwangi, precisely in Grajagan Bay, inside the Alas Purwo National Park. G-land offers the beauty of a white sand beach, the bluish panoramic sea with its high and elongated waves. The beach waves at G-Land can be up to 2 kilometres long, with waves up to 8 metres high, and the tidal waves can form an almost perfect water tube. This beach is such a perfect spot for a professional surfer to test their skill. Moreover, G-Land provides a wide selection of wave types for any surfer who comes. G-Land offers a diverse range of wave types to each surfer who visits from tiger track to KONG.
It's no wonder that prestigious surfing competition like World Surf League (WSL) is being held in G-land, Alas Purwo National Park.
For those of you who can't surf. You can enjoy the wonderful white sand beaches, vast expanses of blue sea, rocks with unique configurations, and green trees. This combination makes G-Land an exotic natural landscape, spoiling your eyes with beauty. Furthermore, you can try other sea sports such as diving and snorkelling.
2. Pulau Merah (Red Island) Beach
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Pulau merah is one of the famous tourist destinations in Banyuwangi. It boasts white pillowing sand, strong waves and the iconic little island visible from the beach. When the sea is retreating, such as in the afternoon or early morning, travellers can get to that small island by walking 100 metres from the beach. And about the strong waves, Pulau Merah is such an ideal place to surf can be it for professionals or beginners.
During the holiday season, pulau merah beach is bustled with travellers. How not so, its strategic location, panoramic views, and extensive facilities offer the best experience for the travellers. Sun loungers, local's food kiosks, restrooms, and mosques are just a few examples of the facilities. Visitors can also play in the water along the safe zone of the beach. Given the possibility of big waves, The beach guards constantly check over the visitors and routinely warn them to swim inside the safe zone.
In addition, don’t miss the scenic sunset on pulau merah beach!
3. Teluk Hijau (Green Bay)
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One other thing you shouldn't miss is, the panoramic Green Bay. Green Bay or Teluk Hijau is a beautiful remote beach that offers beautiful greenish seawater. Thanks to the algae which reflect the blue colour to the surface of the sea, creating such an authentic view for us, the beachgoers. What is more, you can enjoy the scenic cliff around the area, and you can try to visit a waterfall near the beach.
As we mentioned before, the beach is remote, and it’s hard to reach. How not so, to get to the beach you have to pass the steep and rocky path, the distance covered is around 2 kilometres, quite draining your energy and before reaching the green bay, you have to pass a stone beach too. The other way to get to the beach is by a small boat, you just need to pay 25 thousand Indonesian rupiahs for going to the beach only and 35 thousand rupiah for the round-trip way. However, the strong waves will test your guts, and when you get to green bay, your clothing will almost certainly be soaked.
But don’t worry all of these hardships are worth doing for the panoramic views in green bay.
4. Sukomade
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For everyone whose crawling for an awesome experience, get in some adventure, want to feel the relaxing and calming sense of nature, then Sukomade Beach is a perfect choice for you. Located in sub-district Pesanggaran, inside the Meru Betiri National Park, Sukomade beach offers a panoramic view and the impressive experience of observing sea turtles closely.
At Sukamade beach, you can observe turtles lay eggs; it's incredible to think that each turtle may lay up to a hundred eggs at a time. Another extraordinary event is the opportunity to release a young turtle back into the sea at Sukamade Beach.
Furthermore, you can enjoy the pearlescent sand and panoramic sea. You can also visit the other spot of Sukamade beach like its mangrove forest, and the river inside the forest which provides opportunities to see sea terns, albatrosses, roko-roko birds, and other wildlife. Even though it’s a long journey and hard to get there. It’s all worth the incredible experience.
5. Wedi Ireng beach
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Wedi Ireng Beach is the next preferred beach in Banyuwangi. It is located in Sumberagung Village, Pesanggaran sub-district, Banyuwangi. What makes this place special is the blend of beautiful white sand and slightly gritty black sand. Wedi Ireng Beach is loved for its unique pillowing sand, but it also has a bluish sea and scenery of greenish hills you can enjoy. Just like some of the beaches mentioned above, Wedi Ireng is also a remote beach with a hard track to get there. Furthermore, there’s no access for motorcycles or cars to get there in the rainy season, the choice is to walk past a hill or by small boat provided by the locals.
But don’t worry, the panorama is worth fighting for. And if you’re looking for a quiet beach with relaxing vibes. You can put Wedi Ireng into your must-visit list.
And that’s all the 5 fascinating beaches in Banyuwangi you can visit. Every beach mentioned above offers its own uniqueness and beauty; you can enjoy the distinctive experience of observing sea turtles in Sukamade beach, learn to surf in Pulau Merah beach’s large waves, and many more. Try to visit Banyuwangi once, you definitely want to come back again.
