Lampung Province

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About Lampung

Famed for its coffee beans, Lampung is located on the southern tip of Sumatra Island. This province is served by Radin Inten II Lampung International Airport and two ports, Panjang and Bakauheni. With an area of more than 35,000 square kilometers, Lampung has many natural beauties. For instance, take a visit to Kiluan Bay where you get to see bottlenose dolphins and long-snouted spinner dolphins up close. Lampung also has the oldest national park in Indonesia, Way Kambas. In this national park, you can interact directly or even ride a Sumatran elephant. In terms of economics, most Lampung people work as fishermen and farmers. In this province, you can easily find pepper, coffee, clove, and cinnamon plantations. Furthermore, the shrimp farming industry is also one of Lampung's main economic sectors.

Top Things to Do in Lampung

For those who are compiling an itinerary to Lampung, but still confused about what destination you should go to, this guide will help you

Dewi Mandapa Beach, Pesawaran

Dewi Mandapa Beach is located in Pesawaran Regency, about an hour drive from Bandar Lampung. You will not only get views of white sand and waves crashing to the shore, but this beach also offers a beautiful mangrove forest. Love Island is the main attraction on this beach, which you can reach by crossing the connecting bridge. Swimming and snorkeling have also become the most favorite activities in Dewi Mandapa Beach.

Slanik Waterpark

If you are looking for a family destination, Slanik Waterpark will be a great choice. It is located on Jalan Raya Karang Anyar, Lampung Selatan. Inaugurated in 2016, it is also the largest water park in Lampung. Various water rides, ranging from giant slides, artificial waterfalls, to Dragon River are available. For those who are adrenaline junkies, try Fast 2 Furious, a 25-meter water slide. Additionally, there are artificial waves, artificial lakes, and special pools for toddlers too.

Gita Persada Butterfly Park

Gita Persada Butterfly Park is located on Jalan Wan Abdurrahman, Kota Bandar Lampung. It was inaugurated 20 years ago to preserve various types of butterflies throughout the world. You can find more than 120 species here, including the Sumatran butterfly, Attacus atlas. Aside from witnessing the diversity of butterflies in a large cage, you can enjoy the on-site facilities such as tree houses, children's playgrounds, and a museum.

Suoh Lake

Lake Suoh is one of the most popular tourist destinations in West Lampung. This lake is located in Suoh Subdistrict, which is famous for its natural beauties. Because of the terrain and distance are quite challenging, always take a dirt bike or offroad car. Lake Suoh consists of 4 small lakes, namely Lake Asam, Minya, Belibis, and Lebar. The green scenery around the lake enhances its view. The thatch hill amidst the three lakes can also be a great object of camera shots.

Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park

No trip to Lampung would be complete without a visit to Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park. Moreover, this national park has been included in the UNESCO world heritage site. Occupying an area of 324.000 hectares, you can see a variety of plants and animals live in the wild. It is also a home for Sumatran tigers. Then, beat your adventurous spirit by exploring the tropical forests and rivers to see the charm of this national park.

Top Culinary in Lampung

Trying local foods is a great way to experience a small part of a new culture. So, do not miss your chance to visit these popular culinary destinations in Lampung

Bakso Sonhaji Sony

Locally known as Bakso Sony, this restaurant is situated in Jalan Wolter Mongonsidi No. 42A, Bandar Lampung. Because of its delicious meatballs, now dozens of its branches have spread throughout the Lampung Province. Bakso Sony serves homemade meatballs made from its own farmed beef. Most importantly, their menu comes at a reasonable price.

Rumah Makan Cikwo

Seruit is a traditional Lampung cuisine, which is only served at family or traditional events. Basically, Seruit is a grilled fish flavored with various sambal, starting from Bandar Lampung typical chili sauce, sambaltempoyak (sambal made from fermented durian) to sambal pencit (sambal made from raw mango). Presently, you can taste Seruit at Rumah Makan Cikwo, located in Teluk Belitung. You can also taste other traditional menus, such as gulai taboh, sate ikan tuhuk, uyah isem, and so on.

Where to Stay in Lampung

When discussing traveling, accommodation is an essential thing to note. So, here is a list of comfortable hotels that you can choose when visiting Lampung

Hotel Horison Lampung

Located in Tanjung Karang, this hotel presents a modern, luxurious accommodation concept. Two shopping centres-Kartini Mall and Central Plaza-are a short walk from the hotel. On top of that, this hotel comes with a kid’s pool, an outdoor pool outfitted with a poolside bar, and a spa centre.

Swiss-Belhotel Lampung

Only 10 minutes drive from the Bandar Lampung city centre, this hotel offers fully furnished rooms and complimentary Wi-Fi. All rooms are air-conditioned and provide an en-suite bathroom equipped with free toiletries and hairdryer. Swiss-Belhotel Lampung also features an on-site restaurant, Swiss Cafe Restaurant, which serves a broad choice of Western and Indonesian cuisine.

POP! Hotel Tanjung Karang

This budget hotel has won the Best Cleanliness at the 2018 Traveloka Hotel Awards. Although it comes with affordable prices, this accommodation offers a guaranteed satisfaction service. Plus, its location is close to several shopping centres. For in-room amenities, guests will find air conditioning, a safe, and a flat-screen TV. A private bathroom is available with a shower and towels.

Golden Tulip Springhill Lampung

Boasting an outdoor pool and a bar, Golden Tulip Springhill Lampung is a great option for leisure and business. All rooms come with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen cable TV, a fridge, a desk, and air conditioning. This hotel also serves an American breakfast or Indonesian buffet. Most of all, its front desk and room service are available 24/7.

Aside from four hotel choices above, you can find other comfortable places to stay by accessing Traveloka's app or website. In addition, you can use the app to book some entrance tickets from popular tourist attractions in Lampung.