Pantai Pulau Merah
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Br14n 1m4g3s
Batu, Indonesia1,220 contributions
Mar 2021
This beach is one of the tourist icons in Banyuwangi. Road access to the location is still not good. But on the beach itself, we can enjoy a shady beach atmosphere. Entrance ticket is relatively cheap. On the beach, we can rent lounge chairs for 2 people for 20k per hour. There are also young coconut ice sellers, and several food vendors around.
Written April 22, 2021
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Quandale
9 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Our family and I visited this beach back in December of 2022, but i just felt the urge to document and share my experience there now!
Unfortunately, we arrived at a time when the weather was quite bad. However, strong wind didn't prevent us from enjoying our time! The scenery was still beautiful, and the beach was quite clean, considering all the people and tourists there at the time. Mind you, we visited 7 months ago - not really sure of how the condition is now. The people working there were very friendly too!
Unfortunately, we arrived at a time when the weather was quite bad. However, strong wind didn't prevent us from enjoying our time! The scenery was still beautiful, and the beach was quite clean, considering all the people and tourists there at the time. Mind you, we visited 7 months ago - not really sure of how the condition is now. The people working there were very friendly too!
Written July 9, 2023
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Zacksusi
Perth, Australia32 contributions
May 2014 • Solo
There is public transport to Pulah Merah Beach. Just to correct a previous post.
Option 1: Coming from Bali you can catch a bus from Ubung Bus terminal in Denpasar. Ask in the Ubung terminal for the bus that either stops or passes through Jajag, East Java. It will take approximately 7 hours this includes the ferry crossing from Gilimanuk, Bali to Bunyuwangi, East Java. On arrival in the Jajag bus terminal, catch a bemo or bus to Pesanggaran, approximately 50 to 60 minutes. The bus will stop at the bus stop outside the hospital in Pesanggaran. Depending on what time you arrive in Pesanggaran you could catch the 13:00hr bus to Pulah Merah beach otherwise you will have to use a motorbike taxi, approximately 20 minutes.
Option 2: Coming from West Java ensure that you catch a bus to Jajag which could be via Jember. I cannot give any approximate bus fares at this moment.
Option 3: From Bunyuwangi as for option 1. Approximately 2 hours to Jajag.
Option 1: Coming from Bali you can catch a bus from Ubung Bus terminal in Denpasar. Ask in the Ubung terminal for the bus that either stops or passes through Jajag, East Java. It will take approximately 7 hours this includes the ferry crossing from Gilimanuk, Bali to Bunyuwangi, East Java. On arrival in the Jajag bus terminal, catch a bemo or bus to Pesanggaran, approximately 50 to 60 minutes. The bus will stop at the bus stop outside the hospital in Pesanggaran. Depending on what time you arrive in Pesanggaran you could catch the 13:00hr bus to Pulah Merah beach otherwise you will have to use a motorbike taxi, approximately 20 minutes.
Option 2: Coming from West Java ensure that you catch a bus to Jajag which could be via Jember. I cannot give any approximate bus fares at this moment.
Option 3: From Bunyuwangi as for option 1. Approximately 2 hours to Jajag.
Written August 13, 2014
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BaliAddict741
Denpasar, Indonesia30 contributions
Mar 2014 • Friends
as many people talking about it lately we decide to feed our curiosity and went to this place on nyepi holiday. It took about 1 hour 45 mins (about 75km) drive with our scooters from ketapang. I could say 75% of the road was ok and the last 15kms was not in good condition, holes everywhere, narrow street, but it just a typical indonesian country road in java.
Every effort reaching this place was well paid off at the moment we saw the beach. we were gasping and just amazed by the beauty of this place.. just like bali 10-15 years ago.
day beds and umbrellas are available for rent, cheap food, clean and very well looked after by the locals. we had a chance to talked with the chief of the local group that maintain this area, and also the lifeguards which were trained by the australian and bali lifeguard. All of them are volunteers, and don't have any payroll from the local government.
so when you visiting this place, don't complain to much. make a contribution to the locals by paying the entrance ticket which cost you nothing, rent their daybeds, buy their foods, because this is what keep this place safe and clean.
I would definitely come again to this place..!
Every effort reaching this place was well paid off at the moment we saw the beach. we were gasping and just amazed by the beauty of this place.. just like bali 10-15 years ago.
day beds and umbrellas are available for rent, cheap food, clean and very well looked after by the locals. we had a chance to talked with the chief of the local group that maintain this area, and also the lifeguards which were trained by the australian and bali lifeguard. All of them are volunteers, and don't have any payroll from the local government.
so when you visiting this place, don't complain to much. make a contribution to the locals by paying the entrance ticket which cost you nothing, rent their daybeds, buy their foods, because this is what keep this place safe and clean.
I would definitely come again to this place..!
Written April 8, 2014
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Syawalianto
Jakarta, Indonesia155 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
It takes 3 hours driving from Banyuwangi to reach this awesome 'hidden' gem. Not until last year finally it was opened to the world through a surfing competition. When I arrived there last week, I was totally amazed by the magnificent view surrounding the beach! The waves were consistent and big enough to have an enjoyable surf, though it is a very forgiving beach break. You just need to arrive there to experience the mystical feeling of surfing next to this big "red island" rock in the middle of the wave. The downside of this place since it is quite secluded, you wont find many tourist facilities although several home stays with air conditioning are available in the area. However, I managed to find a shop which provided a surf lesson for 2 hours including the soft top long boards :)
Written August 17, 2013
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P_devillermont
Denpasar - Bali51 contributions
Apr 2013 • Friends
I ended up in Pulau Merah, on my way from Bedul... and what a surprise that was. A vast white sanded beach stretching for miles, featuring the famous island in the middle of the Bay. Swimming there was great, even if one has to be concious of the current. Surfers claim some of the best waves are there; and are having an International competition there, shortly.
We had bought some fish from the Grajagan Fish Market; and the "All-Bamboo" restaurant on the beach grilled it for us, while sipping a cold beer. From there, we could appreciate the view through the Banian trees... and what a sight that is. I will certainly go back there with friends. It is to be noted that the whole hill nearby is said to contain gold; and the well guarded Mine, has been attracting Diggers from various countries. Few simple villas are available for short rental on the Beach, and. It is only 1 hour from Villa Lemahbang... approx. 48 Kms from Blimbing Sari Airport, and 2 hours from Banyuwangi. Definnitely a Must!
We had bought some fish from the Grajagan Fish Market; and the "All-Bamboo" restaurant on the beach grilled it for us, while sipping a cold beer. From there, we could appreciate the view through the Banian trees... and what a sight that is. I will certainly go back there with friends. It is to be noted that the whole hill nearby is said to contain gold; and the well guarded Mine, has been attracting Diggers from various countries. Few simple villas are available for short rental on the Beach, and. It is only 1 hour from Villa Lemahbang... approx. 48 Kms from Blimbing Sari Airport, and 2 hours from Banyuwangi. Definnitely a Must!
Written May 14, 2013
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Koala bule
Brisbane, Australia24 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
My wife and I visit Red Island annually, when visiting my wife's family that live locally. Over the years we have noticed the changes to the area. 2012 The local mine was managed by Australian Company, and they kept the area clean with rubbish bins, and roads smooth. July 2016 we visited again, and the Australian mining company no longer managing the mine, instead local Indonesian mining company, who have not cared about the area or roads. The other issue is that thousands of Indonesians from far away visit the area, and have destroyed the beach with rubbish, and far to many Warungs, (restuarants). Indonesians are charged a fee to visit the beach, and the money collected should be used to employ locals to keep the beach and roads and area maintained and clean. We are very very disappointed in the dramatic changes to such a wonderful area which the Country should promote as a tourist destination.
Written July 20, 2016
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EWD_12
Nusa Dua, Indonesia51 contributions
Nov 2012 • Friends
I heard this beach longtime ago but never visit. My friend came over from Surabaya and I want to show her and I was surprise how beautiful this beach. White sand for maybe 2KM long, clean and not many people. Seen many big rock and amazing sunset. We were bit too late so just spend few hours as it was getting dark. Road to get here was bit bumpy so your motorbike/car should be in good condition and no many street light too so be careful. Definitely will come back with longer time, swimming and enjoy the sun. Fantastic
Written May 22, 2013
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Pascal H
Bali, Indonesia20 contributions
Dec 2014 • Couples
Many people had praised Pulau Merah's "pristine waters" and beautiful beach. So we went. Surprisingly, there were many signs on the usually not so well indicated roads leading to this renowned place, and that was perhaps not a good sign at all... Arriving at the busy gate, we were asked to pay the entrance fee. Good: as it usually means that the place is well maintained and your money contributes to its cleaning and protection. After meandering through a mess of peddlers, food and beach stands, cars and motorbikes pell-mell, we eventually parked and walked to the beautiful though overcrowded beach. We were looking forward to diving into the blue-green waves crashing on the white sand, but just a look at the amount of trash piling up on the beach everywhere (between apparently oblivious Indonesian vacationers) and smearing the sea with plastic trash, bottles and any sort of garbage, was overwhelmingly disgusting: traumatized, we beat a retreat.
What was the money contribution for, then?
What was the money contribution for, then?
Written January 1, 2015
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Ramadhan Harya
Jakarta, Indonesia144 contributions
Been here today. I heard from my friends this is a place for international surfing.
But... The waves is not big, no surfers.
Place is dirty, too crowded. It was not good beach. Except, the lounge was so cheap for 10000 idr per 30 minutes.
But... The waves is not big, no surfers.
Place is dirty, too crowded. It was not good beach. Except, the lounge was so cheap for 10000 idr per 30 minutes.
Written December 25, 2014
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Wie komme ich am besten von Banyuwangi Airport nach Red Island?
Written February 21, 2018
Vom Flughafen nach Red Island besser einen Mietwagen mieten, um die rote Insel zu erreichen. Weil der Transport zur roten Insel noch nicht existiert.
Written February 22, 2018
heleneexcellent
Jimbaran, Indonesia
La plage est magnifique et la paysage aussi. le coucher de soleil vaut vraiment le coup, mais côté hébergement, c'est épouvantable. Rumah mertua prennent une réservation avec acompte mais en fait ne réserve pas la chambre, setiya hadi prennent la réservation mais 8 jours l'annulent pour cause de rénovation, alors quand on arrive à 18 personnes c'est la galère, Jessie's homestay nous dépanne de 4 chambres mais on se fait insulter et fait presque mis dehors par son ivrogne de propriétaire Australien pas fin pour deux sous, alors que sa femme Indonésienne est adorable, elle nous trouve encore 4 chambres dans un home stay abandonné juste à côté, comme une prison, chambre sans fenêtre, c'est l'horreur... bref, je n'y mettrais plus les pieds pour toutes ces raisons.
Written December 21, 2017
Merci beacoup heleneexc pour partager votre experience pendant habiter à Rumah Mertua et votre commentaire En ce qui concerne Plage de l'île rouge
Written December 26, 2017
Hi would like to know if there is public transportation (taxi or bus) from Pulau Merah to Banyuwangi? We would like to request our driver to drop us at Pulau Merah from Sukamade but don't want him to wait indefinitely at Pulau Merah.
Written October 23, 2017
You can get an ojek(motorbike) to Pesanggaran then catch a small bus (outside the hospital) from there to Jajag. From the Jajag bus station there are plenty of buses going through to Banguwangi or to Bali. A much cheaper option than charter cars.
Written January 15, 2018
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