A Famous Vacation Destination in Jakarta - Tidung Island
Thousand Islands Regency is part of Jakarta, known as “Kepulauan Seribu”. As the name suggests, there are tons of islands in such region. One of them is Tidung Island. It is located about 32 miles from Jakarta. Travelers consider it one of the best islands in Thousand Islands. Tidung came from a particular tribe in East Borneo. The island also holds an interesting history. The thing is the island was part of the Dutch Colonialism. Today, it becomes a worthy vacation destination in Indonesia. Thanks to its splendid scenery and solemn atmosphere.
The Nuance
Thousand Islands Regency has a flawless beauty. These include Tidung Island. Once you reach the location, you can witness a big pier. The color is similar to that of the white sand. There is no fence on it, though. Below, the water is crystal clear. You are able to see the coral reefs and fishes clearly. In the beach, there are many stunning views. The sand is white and soft. In the back, there are several types of trees. Coconut trees aren’t an exception.
Exploring Tidung Island
There are big and small Tidung actually. The most popular one is Big Tidung. Not to mention it is the most crowded. Both visitors and villagers make it a merrier place to visit. What about Small Tidung? Unlike its neighbor, this is an uninhabited island. What you can find are the mangroves. In fact, the island becomes natural mangrove conservation. The aim is to reduce the coastal erosion. The best part is tourists are allowed to participate in planting the seeds.
Next attraction is the famous bridge. It is called Love Bridge or “Jembatan Cinta”. There are local myths regarding such bridge. The locals believe it as the representation of cupid. Couples who cross it will be blessed by an eternal relationship. Some couples have proven it, in fact. There is also another rumor. Those who plunge off the bridge are able to eradicate mental issues. The height is 6 meters. Dare you to jump? Many locals believe it. What about you?
What’s next? It can be as simple as bicycling. You have an opportunity to get around the island using a bike. That doesn’t mean you need to carry your own bike. There are several places to rent it. It is possible to explore Tidung Island using a bicycle since the length of the shorelines is only 5 km. The route is easy, as well. Another interesting thing to do is snorkeling. It is a common thing to do in Thousand Islands Regency, after all. Make sure you choose the right spot!
Nearby Attractions
- Semak Daun Island
How to Get There
The trip to Tidung Island takes about 2.5 hours. Usually, tourists use a traditional ferry from Muara Angke. For a faster trip, you can use a speedboat. Though, it is only available in Marina Ancol. Overall, you are the one who makes the decision. It is either a local ferry or speedboat. The second option costs more money, though. With more budgets, you can also explore nearby islands.
Where to Stay
- Tidung Citra
- Charlie Homestay
- Tidung Lagoon.
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