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Karimunjawa is a chain of 27 islands north of Semarang, off the coast of Central Java, Indonesia.

[edit] Understand

Designated as a national marine park. Karimunjawa consists of many small islands, with the main ones being Karimunjawa island, Kemujan island, Menjangan Besar island, and Menjangan Kecil island.

[edit] History

Karimunjawa was originally settled by Sunan Nyamplungan, the son of Sunan Muria, one of the Muslim Saints (Sunan) who introduced Islam to Java.

[edit] Landscape

Mostly low lying islands with sandy beaches. There is some fringing mangrove around Kemujan island.

[edit] Flora and fauna

One can find various kinds of sea animals, like turtles, sharks, and fishes, in the watery territory of Karimunjawa. In the land, especially in Karimunjawa island and Kemujan island, one can find many kinds of birds, deer, and even snakes.

[edit] Climate

Tropical. It is very hot here in the dry season (approximately April to October) and wet and humid in the rainy season.

[edit] Get in

There are chartered planes from Semarang that fly from Semarang to Dewandaru Airport in Kemujan island. There also a regular ferry that sails from Tanjung Emas port in Semarang and Jepara port to Karimunjawa island.

[edit] Get around

In Karimunjawa and Kemujan island, you can rent a car or motorcycle. To get to the other islands, you can use a local boat or motorboat. Inter-island transportation can be booked at the following link, where you can also view timetables.[1] Note: It might be a good idea to book a rental car before you arrive in Karimunjawa because there are few cars there.

[edit][add listing] See

The island beaches and beautiful coral reefs.

[edit][add listing] Do

Many resorts in Karimunjawa, such as Kura-kura resort, provide diving activities. There are many interesting local spots for diving, like Taka Panyawangan and Gosong Cemara. There are some shipwrecks that attract many fish and divers alike. You can also go hiking around the island to find many places where there is a beautiful panorama

[edit][add listing] Buy

The best known handicrafts in Karimunjawa are its wood carvings, and many shops sell them.

Many people also go to Karimunjawa to find the dewandaru plant. They believe that dewandaru plants can make their life longer.

[edit][add listing] Drink

Alcoholic beverages are served in the hotels, and Bintang (Indonesian beer) can be purchased at some 'warungs.' Bottled water is a must and can be bought readily. At meals, seasonal fresh fruit juice is a treat (mango, orange, avocado).

[edit][add listing] Eat

Surrounded by seas, Karimunjawa provides lots of sea food. Fresh fish and prawns are staples in the island diet. Restaurants are located within hotels. Other eateries, or 'warungs', provide decent cheap food like fried rice, fish, or an assortment of veggies. Be flexible and you'll do fine.

[edit][add listing] Sleep

There are various kinds of accommodation there, from the four star hotels to homestays. There are also camping sites.

[edit] Lodging

[edit] Moderate

• Melati hotel
• Blue Lagoon hotel
• Dewandaru hotel
• Wisma Apung floating hotel
• Escape Beach hotel

[edit] Splurge

• Kura-kura Resort [2], in Menyawakan island. Covered by coconut trees and surrounded by white sandy beaches and pristine coral reefs. It's a high class hotel with scuba facilities.

• Nirwana Laut Resort [3], a luxury resort with many facilities.

• Paradise Resort[4], private time share and holiday home. With a private entrance from the main road you experience the most amazing views high above the tree line overlooking the bay, national park and outer islands.

[edit] Camping

[edit] Backcountry

[edit] Stay safe

[edit] Get out

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