Samalona is a small island in the Straits of Makassar, precisely on the southwest coast of South Sulawesi
. Administratively, this island including the city of Makassar, South
Sulawesi. Position more precisely located on the west district Wajo,
Makassar, a distance of approximately 2 km and can be seen clearly from
these districts.
Samalona Island is a cluster of circular coral island with
an area of 2.34 hectares. This small island is one nautical tourist
destination visited by many local and foreign tourists.
White sand and
crystal clear water make this island perfect for sunbathing. In
addition, this island is very good area for diving (diving), because
there are around coral reefs inhabited by diverse marine tropical fish,
colorful, and other marine biota. The island
is saving a million mystery about his wreck of the ship-relics of World
War II. There are about seven boats that sank in the area of this
island, among them: Maru ship, owned by a Japanese warship sank at a
depth of about 30 meters; ship Lancaster Bomber which also sank at a
depth of about 30 meters; submarine hunter (gunboat) Japanese-owned ;
Hakko Maru cargo ship made in the Netherlands, and Japan's submarines.
Wrecked ships have been transformed into a reef and became a "house" or
"residence" for hundreds of diverse marine life forms, and type and
color that is very admirable. The beauty of this is the major attraction
for tourists to come swim in the carcasses of the shipwreck.When you arrived on the island of Samalona, you will be treated to views
of the vast expanse of white sand beaches, cool air pollution-free
nan, and unspoiled natural scenery. Imagine, sea water is so clear that
you never make it difficult to see the beautiful marine life in there. You
can also wait for the beauty of the sunset on the coast while the small
islands around it.
Feel the soft white sand granules in the soles
of
the feet while occasionally picking up shells that swept the waves. Not
to mention the activities of beach volleyball and football on the sand
of fun and exciting.
At this location
is a simple lodging house-shaped stage that can accommodate about 20
people. In addition, several small dining is also available that
provides a variety of fresh seafood. Samalona Island is about 6.8 km
from the city of Makassar, and can be reached in about 20-30 minutes by
speed boat with a capacity of maximum 12 people.The other way to get to the island Samalona pretty easy you just need to rent a boat from a population of around Fort Rotterdam Beach Makassar who usually work as fishermen or boat rental services . Prices boats ranging from Rp.300.000- Rp.600.000 , round trip for 10 people. However, remember do not forget to bargain with the owner of the boat. The best time to tour the island Samalona is from February to October.
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