5 Recommended Beaches in Yogyakarta's Gunung Kidul, Suitable for Healing

TRIBUNBATAM.id, YOGYAKARTA - Yogyakarta's Gunungkidul is one of the areas in Indonesia that has many choices of natural tourist destinations, from mountains to beaches. 

The beaches in Gunungkidul are quite popular, and often become a reference for local and foreign tourists. Some of the beach locations include hidden gems. 

Although it takes a struggle to get to a beautiful hidden beach, when you arrive at the location, it is guaranteed that the effort is worth the scenery that can be enjoyed.  

If you are on vacation in the Gunungkidul area of Yogyakarta, there is nothing to lose if you take the time to stop by these beaches. 

Here are 5 beaches in Gunungkidul Yogyakarta that are often recommended to tourists. 

1. Widodaren Beach

Widodaren Beach or other names Midodaren, is located in Jepitu Village, Girisubo, Gunungkidul Yogyakarta.

It is called Widodaren because its name is taken from the word 'Widodari' which in Javanese means nymph to describe the beauty of this beach.

This coastline is not as wide as other beaches. But uniquely, this beach is under a rock cliff, there is even a hill facing directly to the beach.

Entrance to Widodaren Beach is free, open for 24 hours and accommodations are available at quite varied prices. Except, if you bring a vehicle, a parking fee will be charged starting from IDR 5 thousand. 

2. Jungwok Beach

The next beautiful beach in Gunungkidul Yogyakarta is Jungwok Beach, which is still in the same village as Midodaren Beach.

The atmosphere on this beach is still natural, even tends to be quiet, so it is suitable as a place for relaxation.

Jungwok Beach offers the beauty of towering coral rocks, sparkling sand, and blue sea water that can spoil the eyes.

The facilities on this beach are very complete so there is no need to be confused if you want to stay overnight. While the entrance ticket costs around IDR 5 thousand. 

3. Pok Tunggal Beach

Located in Tepus Village, Pok Tunggal Street, Gunungkidul, Pok Tunggal Beach can be said as the hidden gem because it is located like a hidden piece of heaven. 

In the past, access to this beach was difficult to reach, so it was relatively quiet.

However, the beach has a source of swift and clear water so that it is able to support the needs of local residents. 

Now the area is starting to be targeted by many people who are curious to see firsthand the beauty of this beach. 

On Pok Tunggal Beach, there is a high cliff that has become an icon and is inhabited by many tame monkeys. 

There are many exciting activities that can be done when visiting Pok Tunggal, namely snorkeling, diving, and even camping. 

4. Sundak Beach

One of the beautiful beaches that is suitable to be explored alone, with a partner, or with family is Sundak Beach in Pulegundes Hamlet, Sidoharjo, Tepus, Gunungkidul.

According to several reviews of visitors who have been here, the right time to enjoy the beauty of Sundak Beach is the afternoon before sunset.

Sundak Beach is quite comfortable because it is still empty of visitors.

In addition, the sand is sparkling white, the atmosphere is clean, so visitors will feel at home to linger here.

If you are interested in staying at Sundak Beach, there are several inns available with complete facilities. 

5. Drini Beach

Drini Beach in Banjarejo Village, Tanjungsari, is famous for its story as the escape of Queen Consort in the era of the Majapahit Kingdom. 

Apart from the legend, Drini Beach is said to be a must visit because of the beauty of the beach which has soft white sand and amazing cliffs. 

There are many activities that can be done here such as swimming, snorkeling, and fishing. The supporting facilities around it are quite complete. 

There are gazebos, several inns, public toilets, and food stalls. (*)