The beautiful island of Indonesia never fails to mesmerize the avid explorer. The scenery is ever so soothing and that adds to the unmatched ambience of this nation. Every year planeloads of tourists bask in the scenic glory of Indonesia. From long stretches of blissful beaches to culture that opens doors to a whole new world, this nation has it all. Nature enthusiastic visiting Indonesia never leave disappointed for this island is blessed with un-spoilt stretches of land that boasts a healthy and a diverse eco system, the Baluran National park is one such location.
Located in the East of Java the Baluran Park is one treasure trove of nature at its finest. It is adorned with an array of local species some of which are very rare. The Park is also like a piece of paradise that fell off from the heavens for the scenery you find here is simply unmatched. The Greens are greener and the blues are bluer and the overall picture is nothing short of perfect. The highlight of the Baluran Park is the famous Mount Baluran. This dormant volcano reaches a height of 1247 meters and stands amidst what is mostly a low lying savannah. 15 km from the entrance of the Park is another breathtaking attraction; The Bama Beach. This white sanded un-spoilt haven is fringed with mangroves and spectacular offshore coral reefs.
The Park houses a variety of wild life which includes leopards, wild pigs, of park is a forest preservation area that covers about 25,000 hectares of the north coast, different types of monkeys, the Rusa Deer and the endangered Indonesian Buffalo locally known as the Java Banteng. In addition to these mammals, there is a thriving bird life which only adds to the wonders of this location.
A day out in this paradise calls for a good night’s rest, before and after your adventure. The Somerset Surabaya Hotel and Serviced Residence is a very popular Apartment Surabaya has. This Surabaya Hotel is known for its many perks and truly unmatched ambience that reflects the many scenic wonders that you can experience in the breathtaking Balauran Park.
Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry. Google+