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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.