One spontaneous decision to explore and go on a road trip to somewhere new....
Me and a friend decided within 2 hours on a Saturday Morning that we were going on a road trip from Surabaya, where we live, down to South Malang (still in East Java).
We drove for about 3 hours down to Malang and stayed overnight there. Very early in the morning at about 5am we departed our hotel and continued on another 3 hour drive down to Sendang Biru Beach where we chartered a boat to get across to the island.
But before we took the boat, we had to register and pay some fees to the Park Officials for a permit.
It's actually a good move for a first timer because some people have been reported missing in the past because the didn't know the ways in Pulau Sempu.
The boat ride took about 15 minutes. It could be much faster though if they use faster and better boats.
As soon as we arrived in Pulau Sempu, we had to walk inside the jungle for about 2 hours. It could be quite challenging for an unprepared physical body condition. Therefore, it's best if you prepare your body, bring enough foods and water along the way.
The most famous destination in Pulau Sempu is Segara Anakan (a lagoon). (Photos below)
The calm water in Segara Anakan is the only place (as far as I know) that you can swim in. Some people choose to camp overnight here and swim in the "lake", but we decided to just have a look and didn't swim because there is no fresh water in the island where you can take a shower after a swim.
Segara Anakan
Swimming at Segara Anakan
Calm Water at Segara Anakan
Taking Picture at Segara Anakan
Camping Colony at Segara Anakan
South Sea
On the Cliff
Waves Against the Cliff
After having a good time at Segara Anakan, we decided to go to the next beach. The hiking trail to the two next beaches is quite steep and we had to be very careful with our steps....
A Quite Beach at Pulau Sempu
Chillax at Pulau Sempu
A Quite Beach at Pulau Sempu
Calm and Chillaxing
Waves at Pulau Sempu
Pulau Sempu is a hidden paradise yet to be discovered.....
But, in my opinion, Pulau Sempu should be kept quite and natural so that we can reserve the natures in Pulau Sempu.
And please if you go to Pulau Sempu, don't litter on the beach or anywhere in the jungle. And if you are nice enough, like me :), you would also help collecting the garbages along the way, like we did :).....
Have a great adventure of your life!
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