Karimun Java language that is derived from the meaning kremun blurred or vague. Given that name because the islands loomed from Java, which caused the location is quite far from the island of Java. To achieve karimunjawa takes about four to six hours from the mainland island of Java using Motor Ship Fast from Semarang or Jepara. It feels, fits with the name, because it takes a long time to arrive on the island.
Karimun Islands, a haven from the divers (diver). You can do various activities in the crystal clear water. Swimming, diving (diving), or snorkeling will be fun.
Beautiful coral reefs and colorful fish in the sea will be an attraction to frolic in the water. Sea water in karimunjawa very clear and transparent, so you can clearly see the bottom of the sea. For those of you who like fishing, you can also do it in a few islands of Karimun.
To visit the islands in Karimun, you can use a fishing boat. The time required is not too old to visit several islands at once because it is situated not far apart. There is also equipped with a glass boat at the bottom of the boat (glass bottom boat) are suitable for you who do not want to dive but want to still be able to see the coral reefs or fish in the sea water.
Karimunjawa since 2001 has the official name of the National Park karimunjawa. Karimun National Park consists of a small cluster of 27 islands with five fruits that have been populated island in this archipelago.
The island has a population of Genting Island, Kemujan Island, Karimun Island, Mosquito Island, and Island Parang. Most of the island there has beaches with white sand.
The islands are a favorite for tourists to visit because of its natural beauty, among others, Menjangan Besar Island, Menjangan Small, Small Pines, and Tanjung Gelam. Let’s visit the islands one by one!
Menjangan Besar Island
On the island there are large captive sharks. You can test the courage to go into their breeding pond and swim with these sharks. No need to fear, because the sharks are here quite tame and friendly with humans.
Small Menjangan Island
Small Menjangan Island deserves a visit because in the waters around these islands there are many colorful little fish are beautiful. The island has beaches and beautiful sea floor with clear water. The island is suitable for you who want to try snorkeling.
Island Pines Island Pines Small and Large
On both islands there are many pine trees that may be the basis of the names of the island. Another unique thing is the existence of the mainland beaches with white sand that jutted into the sea.
Cape Island Gelam
Tanjung Gelam Island is a beautiful island with white sand and sea water is bluish green.
To reach karimunjawa, you can use some alternative options below:
Quick ship from Semarang
From Semarang, you can go through the Port of Tanjung Emas karimunjawa using fast ships. Travel from Semarang to karimunjawa approximately four hours to six hours if the weather is bad.
Ships from Jepara
If you choose to go to karimunjawa from Jepara, you can through the Port of Kartini. You can choose to use a fast boat, or also use a slow and expensive ships from Jepara. Travel from Jepara to karimunjawa approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.
Plane
In addition, for you who have enough funds, there was a small plane at the airport in Semarang Ahmad Yani Airport, can be rented on the island of Gods Daru Kemujan (one island in karimunjawa). By plane, you can see the beauty karimunjawa from above before landing at the airport in Karimun. Travel by plane about 30 minutes travel time.
Enjoying the beauty of this island and feel the serenity will be a pleasant experience. Encouraged to visit this island in March until October, when the weather is friendly so you can freely explore and enjoy Karimun islands. Enjoy the charm of natural beauty in Karimun.
