Pasir Putih Beach Situbondo, East Java

Pasir Putih Beach in Situbondo, East Java, known for its expanse of white sand. Not only that, spelled out even this unique coastal morphology. Curved topography overlooking the sea with the forest background clusters formed very beautiful panorama. To the north, tourists can see the extent of the sea north of Java with a white line on the beach. Behind him, the forest hedge presents its own coolness.

The White Sands is one of the leading beach tourism destination for the East Java Province. This is because of its strategic location, namely in the outskirts of Surabaya-Banyuwangi main road. Tourists who want to go to Bali (from Singapore), or to Mount Bromo (from Banyuwangi), usually stopping for a rest and watch the beauty of the panorama that are served, especially enjoying the beautiful sunset.



Various kinds of marine sports such as swimming, diving, and surfing can be done at this beach. If you don't want to swim, visitors can ride a boat to sail and enjoy the underwater scenery. A variety of entertainment such as music concerts and various competitions, such as surfing competitions, fishing, traditional fishing boats and the race is often held to satisfy the tourists.

In addition, in October of the fishermen are usually held a ceremony "Petik Laut", ie away the food, hawker, and ox heads out to sea as an effort to beg a blessing from the Lord of sea products. In this ceremony is not uncommon "Gandrung" music performances were held, namely the traditional music that is popular in Banyuwangi and the surrounding area.

Path to the Pasir Putih Beach is easy because it spelled out its position on the side of the Surabaya-Banyuwangi main road. This beach resort is + 174 km from Surabaya or about four hours away by bus (public transportation) from the terminal Bungurasih, Surabaya. From the direction of Situbondo, Pasir Putih is + 21 km or half an hours drive from the City of Situbondo. From the capital city of this district, the journey to the Pasir Putih can be reached by public transport such as bus and minibus.

For visitors who are not proficient swimmers, around the coast there are many rental locations tire-buoy to frolic in the ocean. Tourists can also hire a boat equipped with a glass box to watch the underwater scenery. Tourism managers also provide bathroom facilities, supermarket, and some place to rest a concrete bench that is usually close to the food vendors.

In this place also available stalls selling souvenirs such as the replica boat and shell ornaments and accessories. For those who want to stay, there is an inn around the location of hotels, motels, and inns. But if you want to camp, there is also a special area for camping.