Want a holiday to Aceh, just come to Pulau Weh. Many interesting destinations that can be visited to fill the holiday.
Weh Island is the largest island in Sabang City, a city that falls within the province of Aceh and is located at the western tip of the island of Sumatra. With its beautiful landscape and underwater panorama, the island is perfect for spending time with friends or family.
from Banda Aceh, the journey takes 2.5 hours if using slow boat and only one hour if using fast boat.
but keep in mind, do not schedule to travel to Pulau Weh on December 26, because the people of Aceh commemorate the day of the great tsunami that once hit Aceh on December 26, 2004 ago with no sea. so, all the ferry boats go to Pulau Weh and are otherwise closed.
If the traveler is planning a vacation to Pulau Weh, here are some destinations you need to know.
- Monument Kilometer Zero Indonesia
monument Kilometer Zero Indonesia is located in Sabang Tourism Forest, Iboih Ujong Village Sukakarya District, about 5 km from Iboih Beach. after visiting here, we can apply for making Zero Certificate of Indonesia in Office of Culture and Tourism of Sabang City at Jalan Diponegoro no 1, Sabang or at travel agent in Sabang.
- Iboih Beach
Iboih Beach offers a natural underwater beauty. the sea water is so clear. If you dive, we will be greeted by beautiful fish and coral reefs. Iboih Beach becomes one of the destination snorkling destination if traveler to Weh Island, especially if bringing children.
- Pantai Sumur Tiga
called Pantai Sumur Tiga because the beach is long and fine white sand has three wells that are watery bargaining when it is located near the beach. Unique yes?
This beach also became one of the beautiful spot to await the sunrise.
- Goa Sarang Tourism Park
Goa Sarang Tourism Park area is a private property of one of Weh Island residents, but opened to the public and the entrance fee is only Rp. 5,000, - per person.
Just enter the parking area we have been treated to a very beautiful scenery!
- Anoi Itam Beach
anoi itam in Indonesian means black sand. The sparkle of black sand swept by the sea water makes it sparkling exotic. The white limestone stones around it appear to contrast and give the sensation of its own beauty.
- GT Peak
the top of Cot Bak Geuthom or better known as Peak GT offers beautiful scenery. From the top there will be a winding road, a stretch of blue sea and ships in the Port of Balohan. has provided a bridge for the traveler to take pictures here or just enjoy the natural treats Weh Island is charming.
- Crater of Mount Jaboi
The active volcano is located in Gampong Jaboi, about 15 kilometers from the city center. Jaboi mountain has five craters that are still active due to geothermal activity. Hot steam with sulfur scent spurted out of hundreds of tiny holes in the ground. we do not have to climb to reach the first crater because it is flat only, even two-wheeled vehicles can get close to the crater. If you like the activity of climbing or trekking, the traveler can climb up to the fifth crater.
- Gampong Ie Meulee
Gampong Ie Meulee is a fishing village. here there is a beach where the fishermen anchors their beautifully colorful ships. There is a talud that serves to protect the fishing boats from the big waves coming from the Strait of Malacca and the Andaman waters. This beach is also a place of loading and unloading of catches, refueling and logistics.
- Sunset at Sabang Fair
Towards dusk, the traveler can enjoy the sunset at Sabang Fair. seeing the sky and the sea slowly begin to orange because the glow of the sun that will hide behind the hills of Sabang is an incredibly beautiful landscape.
- Sate Octopus
Not complete if traveling to a place without enjoying the culinary. one of the popular culinary here is Sate Octopus. There are two choices of flavor, peanut seasoning and spices Padang. Top really, the meat is not tough and does not smell fishy! Want to try?
sate Octopus is sold in the afternoon until the evening at Taman Wisata Kuliner Sabang Fair or at other octopus satay traders that we can meet at the center of the culinary night Weh Island.
What are you waiting for? Come on, take the time to visit Pulau Weh, Sabang. Guaranteed no regrets.