Basic ecotouristic information on Alas Purwo National Park (Java, Indonesia) which can be visited - localization, access, characteristic, fauna and flora, possible activities.
Localization
Southeastern tip of Java, Blambangan Peninsula along the shore of strait across Bali.
Access
Easy. From Banyuwangi to Pasaranyar, 65 km, then Pasaranyar - Trianggulasi, 12 km by car. Triangulasi - Plengkung, a 10 km drive along the beach.
Characteristic
434 km2; Lowland, slightly rolled plain with the highest point of Mount Linggamanis (322 m). Typical ecosystems: lowland rain forest, savanna, sea and its coast, mangroves, coral reefs.
Fauna + Flora
Species List - See the Attachment
Possible activities
Walking along the white sand beach
Surfing - Grajakan Bay, swimming, boating. water skiing, camping
Note
Dangerous swimming (strong streams), surfing for well experienced people.
One of the top four locations for surfing in the world
Near the entrance gate there are historical remains of Pura Agung Hindu temple
Approx. 40 caves - both natural and artificial
Best time to visit III-X
Restricted accommodation facilities