Karimunjawa

Karimunjawa is a chain of 27 islands north of Semarang, off the coast of Central Java, Indonesia. 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. Sunset at Karimunjawa harbour Karimunjawa islands' white sandy beach History Karimunjawa was originally settled by Sunan Nyamplungan, the son of Sunan Muria, one of the Muslim Saints (Sunan) who introduced Islam to Java. Landscape Mostly low lying islands with white sandy beaches. There is some fringing mangrove around Kemujan island. 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. Climate Tropical. It is very hot here in the dry season (approximately April to October) and wet and humid in the rainy season. 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.Or you can contact Central Java Transporter, ☎ +6285225993574 (cjtransporter@gmail.com). for serve you to Karimunjawa 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. Note: It might be a good idea to book a rental car before you arrive in Karimunjawa because there are few cars there. See The island beaches and beautiful coral reefs. 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 tanjong (track), kemujan island, ☎ +6282334248611. 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. 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). 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. Sleep There are various kinds of accommodation there, from the four star hotels to homestays. There are also camping sites. Lodging Roemah Emak Villa, a relax home for family, next to the beach Tanjong Melati Homestay In the far north of the island, run by the local Bugis people. Warm family orientated hospitality, delicious fresh food cooked to perfection. Able to pick up directly from the ferry, tailor made day trips such as trekking, snorkeling amongst shipwrecks/fluorescent marine life. Relaxed immersion in the local culture with friendly faces all around. To make arrangements contact yadi, email: zoe.yadi@gmail.com. phone: +6282 334 248 611. email checked every saturday. Moderate Melati hotel Blue Lagoon hotel Dewandaru hotel Wisma Apung floating hotel Escape Beach hotel Splurge Kura-kura Resort, 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, a luxury resort with many facilities. Paradise Resort, 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. Camping Backcountry Stay safe Get out This article is an outline and needs more content. It has a template, but there is not enough information present. Please plunge forward and help it grow!