Rinjani (part 1)

We were on our way to Senaru Pos, when we passed some wedding ceremonials long march along the way. We didn't know that it might be a best time to marry someone, only thought how it was coincidentally happen at the same time. As if it was right, we hope it would be a good sign to start our hiking journey on the next day.
One thing we knew already, to met a group from Jogja and a group from Semarang, was a great start up. We met wisely by the destiny, chosen by the time, and again, it was a kind of good sign of the day.


*photo taken using olympus mju ii with fuji superia 200 expired

Parangloe Waterfall

If Bantimurung Waterfall is too mainstream for an adventure seeker, now i recommend to you, Parang Loe Waterfall. Located in Kab. Gowa, we can easily reach this place by public transportation or local called pete-pete from Makassar. Take a red pete-pete which is heading to Malino Highland near Balla Lompoa or at Terminal. Just tell the driver you want to stop in the entry gate of Parang Loe Waterfall. It is on the right side of the main road. For an easy clue, if you passed Bili-bili reservoir in the left side, it is nearby, about 15 minutes more. But if you still confused, just ask around. Based on my experience, locals are really helpful :)
You need to trek 4 km to reach the waterfall. It is a pleasant road, don't use flatshoes for girls :P  Waterfall is on a downside of the camping ground. There's no sign of its camping ground, unfortunately. Use your logic, it's a large empty field lol. Never try to make a visit on wet season (rain season). The down-trek will be so slippy and water amounts increase rapidly (and unpredictable) which make the area can be very dangerous.
So, if you travel around Makassar, or make a visit to Malino Highland in a dry season, never never hesitate to have a sort relaxing time here!

*special thanks to Bayu, Diqal, and Nurul! 
  photo taken using : nikon fm and canon prima mini with fuji c200.

I Named It, Heaven : Madakaripura Waterfall

Today, i suddenly invited to join my friend's trip to Madakaripura Waterfall in Probolinggo. Since i already want to visit it for a long time, without any doubt, i decided to join her. Sadly, i didn't make any good preparation in shortly, the epic fail was i didn't bring any analogue camera. I just grab a DSLR with me and go. It didn't stop there. Once we arrived in Madakaripura, the memory card went error, so i couldn't take much pictures. Luckily, my friend who brought about three cameras, let me lent one of his, a mirrorless with contax rangefinder lens. SOOO EXCITED TO USE IT (since contax gear is my favourite one)! And taraaa...beside the waterfall itself was magically very beautiful, supported with this kind of advance gear, i happily made a lot of pictures, some of them even mesmerised my own self with its wonderful result. One thing, this Madakaripura which is only 3 hours from Malang or Surabaya, is a really worth to visit. I wouldn't think twice to make my second visit to there, anyone? :)

Menjangan Island, West Bali National Park

After craving for a long time to visit West Bali National Park, finally, i found some friends whom want to join me. Why West Bali? Because it’s not touristic like Kuta or Seminyak or Ubud or Nusa Lembongan and Islands. This one and only national park in Bali has a protected area for total 81.000 hectares include forest and coral reef down the coastal waters. 

The best highlight of West Bali National Park is Menjangan Island, which is known also as the best diving and snorkelling area in Bali. Here in Menjangan Island also, there is a protected deer species named as Menjangan by the locals (that’s way the island also called like that). This uninhabited island is located near teluk Gilimanuk, which can be visited by boat trips from Labuhan Lalang or Banyuwedang village. 

The easiest way to make your trip if you start from Denpasar is take a bus from Ubung Bus Station to Gilimanuk, and stop at Cekik, than change into a bus to Singaraja which passed Banyuwedang. For whom starts at Gilimanuk after crossing from Java land, just take Adi Jaya or Putra Jaya Bus from Gilimanuk Bus Station and stop at Banyuwedang crossing point gate (1 hour/10.000).

In Banyuwedang, there’s a ‘loket’ pos for arranging your trip to Menjangan Island. Normally, it costs about 800.000 for boat, entry ticket, guide, snorkelling gear, and assurance for maximum 10 people. The price won’t regret you as you will enjoy an unforgettable snorkelling experience in this smooth sea :) After snorkelling, you can explore the island to meet its natives a.k.a Menjangan (really cute deers!!) and visit some temples :) Enjoy also a breathtaking scenery of Bali Sea from the hilltop. IT’S CHILL TIME!

*some pictures taken by Alanna Alia :)

Londo Lima and Puru Kambera Beach, East Sumba

Last year, i had a chance to visit, the most southern big island in Indonesia which is Sumba Island. This island is a part of East Nusa Tenggara Province. It's known as the land of horse. I never expected what it would look like except there will be a lot of horse farm there, as the information related to the tourism in this island was really limited. But what i found, eventually drop my jaw, no no i mean it's really amazed me!

Empty white sand beaches along the road, savannah, horse in the seaside, traditional houses everywhere, cultural welcoming, and heart-minded people :) I couldn't resist my feeling, i love this island! This island is waiting to explored, but not for commercial i wish. 

If we heard about East Nusa Tenggara, mostly only Komodo National Park or Flores will come in mind. Moreover, please give your attention to this (i can say) remote island :) Chill time!

*all pictures taken using film camera