Pulau Kotok - Photo Satyam Sharat
travel and tourism have jaded these days so that only a few places evoke a sense of calm, peace and romance we all holiday looking. Pulau Seribu or the Thousand Islands in the Java Sea off the coast of Jakarta, but are a pleasant change from this state of affairs. A day in Pulau Kotok, one of the 110 islands that make up Pulau Seribu chain is all that it took me to remind you of a world in mind where Nirvana might still be a possibility.
A two-hour boat ride away, Kotok is an island that should be part of a travel brochure "Top 10 exotic destinations in the world" or "Top 50 remote and breathtaking destinations in the world" highlight - except that it is not is. And this is very much the charm of it. It is one of only 11 islands in the amount that a resort-house, so you can imagine how undeveloped and "Survivor'-like it may seem! With a single boardwalk leads us mystical in the belly of the tropical island, the only thing that kept me in the clear blue water on the side of jumping the unpleasant reminder that I was fully dressed and more importantly, that it was not quite right drown my companion Nikon D60 -. that I the time was
Pulau Kotok - Photo Satyam Sharat
the Alam Kotok Resort, which manages the island, greeted us with palm leaf headbands and a pineapple citrus DRINK much to my school girlish joy The facilities are basic - initiated there is no imagination arbors, not uptight staff, no liveried you porters in, no pools or lily ponds with gargoyles and faux bridges So if too cushiony you, pristine white.. beds are used, luxury toiletries or companion done in poshly toilets, it is unlikely that this place is for you. But on the other hand, if less straightforward, rustic and just do the trick, then look no further.
Small "floating cabins' projecting into the water offer inviting personal spots in sedentary when you arrive. A dive shop is right next to where you set a foot on the white sand island, is rented snorkel gear if you are interested . If you are not interested, that's fine, and you can choose to sit by the water in languid bliss, and watch others from. It is also recommended that you take a look from the dry perch into the water, as you are bound to get a look at some of the marine wonders that lie beneath. for the first time snorkelers the dive shop assigns literally also for an accompanying person (because he wants to string with the other newcomers and "escort" you along the waterside ).
Once you have developed to their heart's content snorkelled and / or a healthy reddish tan, you can set out to explore the island. Conveniently way designed, generously lined with lush foliage frond-like, run around the island and you can pass through, give or take a few minutes the entire area in less than an hour. On a particularly sweltering day a strange lizard or two enter businesses on the road can be.
The lazy ones among you (myself included), lounge decide on azure lagoon on the other side of the pier. Deckchairs and small tables made of driftwood serve as handy and very organic resting places for your sunglasses or your book. It was only a matter of time before the white sand between my toes, the little schools of fish dart around in the shallow water and the soft swish-swash of mangrove leaves wove. In the ultimate idyllic experience
lunch, as well as other meals will be served at the floating restaurant on the island and is not fussy affair with a simple vegetable dish, fish curry and rice. Soup and salad are for light eaters available. A Bintang, easily in the makeshift "bar" available to serve you further down to mitigate, if that is at all possible. At this point, would you be convinced that there is nothing like a fresh, balanced meal, the taste of cold beer and lilting sounds of the sea, to set things right and to strengthen your faith in the goodness of life.
Pulau Kotok - Photo Satyam Sharat
It takes Rp.850,000 and a sleepy at 8am boating (boats from Ancol Pier depart) Kotok and have reached to 15.00, before the boat returns to Jakarta. costs to spend the night, there are of course some more.
The appeal of Kotok lies in its sparseness. The facilities are so spartan that nothing distracts from the rugged beauty of the island - you can speak nature almost hear. The best part is, of course, that you can know the island, leaving you will be back soon, because it removes hardly a few hours from Jakarta.
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country : Indonesia
province : DKI Jakarta
Directions : speedboats depart from Ancol Pier in the early morning hours , Several tour companies offer tour packages one day. Book What to do in advance for the night, especially on weekends
: .. sunbathing, snorkeling, exploring
What to bring : sunglasses, sunscreen, swimwear , snorkelling equipment (if you do not want them on the island for rent), a mat to lay on itself, snacks or nibbles and a good book to keep you company.
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