19 Things To Do In Banyuwangi

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1. Kawah Ijen

25 km from city center

Volcano

Kawah Ijen is the world's largest acidic volcanic crater lake located at the Ijen volcano complex at the eastern end of Java. Kawah Ijen is filled with sulfur, when these sulfurous gases enter Earth's oxygen-rich atmosphere they ignite as they burn with an electric blue flame. It is a spectacular sight to watch the blue flames burn and that view is only available at night. The flames disappear as (Read More)soon as the sun comes up!

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₹2,382

4.6 /5

23 km from city center

Island

Pulau Tabuhan is a small uninhabited island with beautiful untouched scenery, sandy beaches, and stunning underwater life. This secluded island can be accessed by taking a boat ride of 20-30 minutes from Bangsring beach. Pulau Tabuhan is considered as the best kitesurfing destination in Indonesia and one of the best in Asia due to its consistent wind speeds between 20-25 knots. The island also hos (Read More)ted the Professional Kiteboarding championship in August 2015.

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₹13,691

4.5 /5

57 km from city center

Beach

Known as the Red Beach, Pulau Merah has its own island which has red soil and green vegetation and is popular for its soft sandy beach and a long coastline. This beach is easily accessible from Banyuwangi’s city center. Pulau Merah lies about 60 kilometers south of the city and it will take about two and a half hours’ drive to reach this marvelous shoreline. It’s difficult to find public transport (Read More) around there and hence it is recommended to hire a car while visiting this beach.

4.6 /5

43 km from city center

National Park

Baluran National Park stretches across 25,000 hectares area and is home to endangered bull banteng, peafowls, and more. The locals refer to this place as the African van Java as the vast savanna and dry cracked earth is very similar to those in Africa. Baluran National Park has five zones: Main, Wilderness, Intensive Utilization, Specific Utilization, and Rehabilitation. The Wilderness Zone is the (Read More) largest one that spreads across nearly 12,000 hectares which is almost half of the park’s territory.

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₹5,474

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5. Alas Purwo National Park

3 km from city center

National Park

The Alas Purwo National Park in East Java is a complete package where you can explore the forest, beaches, caves, even savanna all at once. This park that is located at the southeast tip of Java Island stretches to 43,420 hectares. It is a peaceful home to endangered animals like green peafowls and also possesses a wide array of plants of various species such as leadwood. The Alas Purwo National P (Read More)ark has four zones: Sanctuary Zone, Wilderness Zone, Intensive Use Zone, and Buffer Zone. Due to its strategic location at the most eastern point of Java, this park has numerous beaches.

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₹5,474

4.6 /5

66 km from city center

Beach

Discovered by the dutch and situated 97 km southwest of Banyuwangi, Sukamade Beach is a peaceful destination in the midst of wilderness and active plantation. It is the east java Natural Resource Conservation for the Turtle’s preservation. The night tours are wildly popular, where one can find sea turtles laying more than 100 eggs on the shore. The best season to head up to the beach is between Au (Read More)gust to October since those are the dry months, but if someone is looking to visit during warmer days, then April, November, and December would be ideal choices.

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₹4,326

7. Festivals in Banyuwangi

4.3 /5

Fairs & Festivals

Aside from its majestic beauty, Banyuwangi has been named the best festival city for its numerous tourist events each year. Every year, there is a series of tourism events that take place that consist of sports events, religious events, culinary events, music events, and some digital events as well. The months of April, September and October witness events like the Toilet and Kali Bersih Festival, (Read More) Ngopi Sepuluh Ewu Festival, Anak Soleh Festival, Keboan Festival and Merah Putih Festival. All of these must be enough to push one to go and visit the beautiful place.

4.4 /5

28 km from city center

Forest

Jawatan Beculuk, known initially as De Djawatan, is situated deep in the forest and is about an hour's drive from Bayuwangi city. A beautiful and picturesque location for tourists is a must-visit when on a trip to the Indonesian city of Banyuwangi. There are a few stalls for tourists to pick up some souvenirs. The weather is warm, so it's perfect for visiting around November and December. It's an (Read More)excellent way to unplug from the digital world and take a stroll in the woods while enjoying nature. It's advisable to wear shoes since there can be some unannounced sprinkling.

4.7 /5

62 km from city center

Beach

Situated in Pesanggaran District in the Sarongan village, Teluk Hijau is 90 km to the south of Banyuwangi town. The best way to reach here would be to follow the directions to Pesanggaran-Sarongan-Sukamade. Also known as the Green Bay, Teluk Hijau is a typical white sandy beach that is 8 meters high from the waterfall. There is a facility to park the vehicles near Rajagwesi beach, which is about a (Read More) 2 km walk from the bay. If one is skeptical to walk the distance, there is parking near Green bay, but there might be space issues as the roads are small.

4.5 /5

13 km from city center

Beach

Situated in the Banyuwangi Regency of East Java, Watu Dodol is quite a destination for tourists to explore. It is 14 kilometres away from Banyuwangi town. It is surrounded by a protected forest at block 66B, RPH Selogiri, BKPH Ketapang Ketapang, KPH of North Banyuwangi, at an altitude of 10 to 50 meters above sea level. One can catch a glimpse of the Bali straits if they keep climbing to the left (Read More)of the ancient grave, where visitors often meditate. Moreover, the place is perfect for visiting with friends or family because of the combination of hills, forest, and beach, making it an exciting trip.

4.5 /5

67 km from city center

National Park

In Indonesia's East Java region, Meru Betiri National Park captures an area of 580 km2, of which only a tiny portion is marine (8.45 Km Sq). Park's beaches serve as a breeding site for endangered turtle species, including leatherback, hawksbill, green, and olive ridley turtles. Many would recall it as a 'real-jungle adventure' as they get to see Macaques, peacocks, and other birds in the rich faun (Read More)a. One can take tours like the Ijen Blue Fire trekking tour or Ijen Crater Tour to experience the beauty of the place.

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₹5,474

4.3 /5

2 km from city center

Beach

Situated near central Banyuwangi, this place is as interesting as the name sounds. There are many restaurants and attractions near the beach to keep one occupied while visiting. It is suggested to visit on a weekday to avoid the rush of the central town. There is an entry fee of IDR 10,000 for one person and IDR 5,000 for a car. It is a perfect spot to sit and enjoy sunrise or sunset at the beach. (Read More) The bridge also lights up in the evening, and one can walk up to cafes that enjoy the lake view with their meal.

4.4 /5

11 km from city center

Waterfall

Also known as Kampung Anyar, the twin waterfalls of Jagir Waterfall are situated in the village of Tamansuruh, Glagah, Banyuwangi's sub-district. The exquisite quality of the place is how one can simultaneously enjoy the scene of three waterfalls that emerges from the three springs on the top of a cliff. The weather is mostly on the cold side, and people can reach here in merely 20 minutes when dr (Read More)iving from Banyuwangi. After parking the vehicles, walk down 100 meters to witness the beauty of the place.

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₹2,464

4.6 /5

Beach

One of the lovely beaches in Sumberagung hamlet, Pesanggaran Sub-District, is Wedi Ireng. It is situated about 3 km away from Pulau Merah or 65 km south of Banyuwangi town. One can call it a typical virgin beach as many tourists don’t visit it, so it is untouched and clean. The location is slightly difficult to reach but completely worth it. The name ‘Wedi Ireng’ is because of the colour of its sa (Read More)nd, which literally refers to black sand. So although the beach has white sand on the surface, it appears black when dug.

4.6 /5

48 km from city center

Nature

Situated in the East of Java, Sadengan Savannah is about a 2-hour drive from the central part of Banyuwangi Town. This is the feeding ground for the wild animals of the Alas Purwo National Park; thus, wildlife can be witnessed like Bos Javanicus, many species of peacocks, Wild bulls, Jungle fowl, and many other birds. Therefore, it’s best to visit early in the morning, between 6-9 AM, or in the ev (Read More)ening, around 3-5 PM. Both cars or motorcycles can be taken inside but make sure to carry snacks along as there are no restaurants inside the 80- hectares of Savannah.

4.7 /5

1 km from city center

Garden & Park

Sritanjung Park is a carefully designed peaceful garden where one can visit with either family or partner or even solo, for that matter. It is ideal for a picnic or a stroll around the park. The park is situated in the central part of Banyuwangi town. There are food stalls around the park that offer refreshments. There is a waterfall that is lit up through the night and can be enjoyed while clicki (Read More)ng some beautiful pictures.

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₹5,474

4.7 /5

21 km from city center

Island

Menjangan Island, a component of the Indonesian archipelago, is situated 5 miles to the northwest of Bali Island. The name was derived from the Indonesian word ‘Menjangan,’ meaning deer. The name was given by the locals as they noticed wild deer herds travelling almost 2 kilometres to the island each spring while bathing. The island is located on the eastern coast of Java, and the nearest airport (Read More)is Banyuwangi International Airport. One can find activities like boating, snorkelling, and visiting temples near the island.

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₹3,012

4.5 /5

Beach

Situated behind the exotic Baluran National Park, near the Mushola Annur, Bama Beach is a beautiful coastline with white sand and clear water, perfect for tourists. The beach trail is about a 1.8 km loop that is great for running. The ticket for the beach is IDR 16,000 per person and IDR 10,000 for a car. The beach is known for having a lot of monkeys around so avoid carrying food bags around. The (Read More) best part of the beach is the mangrove forest.

4.2 /5

6 km from city center

Cultural Village

Osing Kemiren Tourist Village is the main cultural tourist centre of Banyuwangi and is known to preserve the Banyuwangi culture and its people. It is popular among tourists and is located in the Kemiren Village of Glagah District, in the Banyuwangi Regency. This village's citizens are individuals who adhere to the traditions and culture of the Using tribe. The Osing Tribe Tourism Village was creat (Read More)ed thereafter, and the government designated it as a cultural heritage area.

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₹2,191