Sights in Banyuwangi (Banyuwangi Tourism)

Banyuwangi is a city located at the same district on the eastern tip of Java Island. Because of this location as well, Banyuwangi become a transit town for tourists who will go through the Port of Ketapang Bali.
Being a transit town does not mean Banyuwangi had their own privileges. The city has a variety of interesting sights to visit. On another occasion, try to take the time to track the city is longer and visit 10 tourist attractions in Banyuwangi following:

1. Ijen Crater

Ijen is an incredible natural scenery stunning above an altitude of 2,368 meters above sea level. Crater measuring 20 km caldera surrounded by walls as high as 300-500 meters is ready to make anyone who witnessed it stunned awe. Though this crater as attract tourists to get close, but you should still be careful. Crater temperature reaches 200 degrees Celsius with a level of acidity that is able to melt the clothes and the human body.
The main attraction of the tourist attractions which is administratively located in Banyuwangi and Bondowoso is Fire Blue or Blue Fire. The fire that lies beneath the crater is blue and looks more beautiful when the darkness surrounding conditions. For that, you have to come early in the morning in order to see the beauty of this Blue Flame.
Another interesting thing is that you can watch the activities of a sulfur mine. Ijen is one of two areas of traditional sulfur mine in Indonesia after Welirang. The miners do not use sophisticated tools, they actually go down closer to the crater to take a stick of sulfur with makeshift tools and without adequate safety equipment. Sulfur bars weighing 80-100 kg achieve this then shouldered and under rose to the post of sulfur collection.

2. Beach Plengkung

Plengkung beach or also called G-Land is very popular among domestic and foreign surfers. Plengkung beach has waves that are ideal for surfing and got the nickname The Seven Giant Waves of Wonder. This is because the waves in this tourist spot shaped seven large rolls with a height of 6 meters. Waves on the beach is also referred to as the second best waves in the world after the waves in Hawaii.
The best time to surf on the beach Plengkung is between the months of July to September, although the waves here are nice all year round. If you do not bring surfing gear, you can rent it here, so it need not bring it from home.
If you are less interested in surfing, no need to worry. The atmosphere is quiet and away from the crowd makes this suitable for those who are longing for a quality vacation. There is a tropical forest that surrounds the beach, you can do trekking and visiting a waterfall in the woods. Plengkung and surrounding beaches will not let you down. 
3. Beach Rajegwesi 
The beach is located in the village Sarongan, District Pesanggaran a natural sights as well a very interesting history to visit. Being here, you can see the beauty of the beach and the glory of the nation's remaining bunker Japanese colonial period.
Rajegwesi beach has a uniqueness that is not owned many other beaches. Sand lightly browned and very tender. This is because the sand mixed with silt carried by the river water during the flood.
Besides the natural beauty and historical value, you also get to see the life of the surrounding community. Most people around the tourist attractions in Banyuwangi is working as a fisherman. You can see the fishing boats 'parked' on the west coast, while the eastern part is left open for turtle nesting.

4. Watu Dodo
Watu Dodo could easily be found if you are on the way to the Port of Ketapang of Jember and surrounding areas. The beach location is marked by a large boulder in the middle of the street and the statue gandrung or dancers typical Banyuwangi.
Watu Dodo was in Banyuwangi shaft - Situbondo and only about 2 km from the Port of Ketapang. This enables you to see the ferry back and forth between the Port of Ketapang and Port Banyuwangi.
In addition, you can see the beauty of this tourist spot on the hill near the coast. For culinary affairs, you do not need to worry because there are plenty of food stalls here are ready to satisfy your tongue and belly.

5. Green Bay
Gulf Green or Green Bay is not only interesting in its name only. The bay really have a clear greenish water and it is amazing. Tourist attractions in Banyuwangi included in Betiri Meru National Park has soft white sand and surrounded by tropical forests.
Many activities you can do here such as swimming, snorkeling, playing with sand and fishing. You can also visit Angel Falls, located in coastal areas. That said, a waterfall with a height of 8 meters is a bathing place of the angel at certain moments. 
6. Red Island Beach
Again, the name of the beach that is associated with a color. If Green Bay has clear water greenish, name Red Island Beach due to a hill not far from the shore where the land is red. You can walk closer to the hills at low tide. The hill is covered in trees and shrubs green and only a slight red tinge visible at dusk.
Tourist attractions are located in District Pesanggaran has a Hindu temple Pura name Tawang Alun degan. This temple is often used as a ritual location at certain times by Hindus who live around Red Island Beach. Lodging is also already widely available around the beach for those who do not quite enjoy these sights in a day.
Various activities you can do here from surfing and hunting. For surfing, 3 km long beach has waves ideal for novice surfers. 
7. Kalibendo Water Fall
Located about 20 km from the city center Banyuwangi, Niagara Kalibendo offers exceptional views of the beautiful and calming, crystal clear waters and rivers with cold water flowing around a waterfall. Being in the highlands, making this tourist place has the air cool and pleasant.
If departing from Kampung Anyar, Glagah, you will be treated no less beautiful scenery. You will be asked to pass through plantations of tea, coffee and cloves in the form of eye soothing green expanse. Rural atmosphere also you can feel on the way to the waterfall is 10 meters high.

 
8. Lider Water fall
Waterfall is no less amazing is located in Sumber Arum, District Songgon. Located at an altitude of 1,300 meters above sea level makes Niagara Lider quite difficult to access. Pretty heavy terrain requires good stamina.
But do not worry, extraordinarily beautiful scenery you can expect during the journey to this tourist spot. You will pass through the expanse of the estate, seven rivers in the forest and if you are lucky, it is quite possible to meet with the monkeys and birds during the trip. We recommend that you carry enough stock because there is no food vendors around the waterfall.
Fatigue will be paid off when you arrive at the location. 60 meter high waterfall with several waterfalls that other children will make your breath bated moment because amazed at its beauty.

9. Agro Kali Klatak
This is the first agro-tourism pioneer in Banyuwangi. Agrotourism time Klatak previously owned by the Dutch under Mij Moorman & Co. until finally switched to the hands of indigenous entrepreneurs, R. Soehoed Prawiroatmodjo.
Located on the slopes of the mountain with an altitude of 450 meters above sea level make the soil here is fertile d suitable for any farming, ecotourism is also developing well. Results include rubber plantations, coffee, chocolate, coconut, fruits and a variety of spices. One more interesting is holding the earth alms ritual every April 17.

10. Taman Suruh Water Park
Taman Suruh Water Park is located in Taman Desa Suruh, District Glagah. Tourist attractions area of ​​3.5 hectares is located at an altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level. Previously, the area is barren and empty, but there is a cold spring water from the rocks. Seeing the potential, then this area is built into a tourist spot in Banyuwangi.
These sights consist of a bathing pool for children and adults. At a children's pool, provided a vehicle for a fun game for kids. Moreover, these attractions are also equipped with a wash room, dressing room, praying room and cafeteria.

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