Curup Travel Guide

  Becak - an alternative local transport
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  • Becak - an alternative local transport
      Becak - an alternative local transport
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  • A view of a unique and spectacular sulfuric crater
      A view of a unique and spectacular...
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  • The summit of Kaba
      The summit of Kaba
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Things to Do  

Suban Hot Springs and Waterfall

Suban Hot Springs and Waterfall, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  Suban has nice cool air with a nice view. It is good for bathing of the source of natural hot water and. The hot springs bubble out at some simple public bathing pools and also in many other spots mixed with the cool water which comes from the stream. The hot springs and... 

Bukit Kaba, a Volcanic Crater

Bukit Kaba, a Volcanic Crater, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  A beautiful and natural panorama with moderate temperature has a number of visitors from domestic and foreign tourists to catch a view of a unique and spectacular sulfuric crater. The summit area of Kaba volcano contains three high peaks - Bukit Kaba, Bukit Itam (1893 m) and... 

BUKIT KABA curup

BUKIT KABA curup, Curup

 meiyergani Says:  Located at about 19 KM from Curup, Bukit means Hill, BUKIT KABA is a Volcanic Crater, there are three craters in which one is still active and hot water spring are found in the vicinity 

BIO EMBUN WATER FALL

BIO EMBUN WATER FALL, Curup

 meiyergani Says:  When one going to Suban Hot Spring, At first one can visit BIO EMBUN water fall just before reaching the Suban PArk, it was on the right side, stepping down is with little difficulties because there are, as local peoples said " thousnds step".with its 70 meters height. BIO... 

DANAU MAS a HILL side Resort

DANAU MAS a HILL side Resort, Curup

 meiyergani Says:  It was a Holiday resort at Rejang Lebong District, there are many hill side Hotel, Motel, Vilaas, Cafetaria, Camping ground and a recreation spot in week end 

A Crying Stone at Suban

A Crying Stone at Suban, Curup

 meiyergani Says:  Suban is one of Curup Recreation Site, therre are hot and cold swimming pool, Suban Waterfalls and jungle tracking 

SUBAN WATERFALL

SUBAN WATERFALL, Curup

 meiyergani Says:  SUBAN is one of a recreation spot at Rejang Lebong District, Herre one can swimming at hot and cold water in a separated pools, a 90 meters high water fall in one compound of swimming pools, a jungle tracking and a play ground for children 

DANAU MAS HASAN BESTARI, a lonesome lake

DANAU MAS HASAN BESTARI, a lonesome lake, Curup

 meiyergani Says:  Don't you think that this is a lake with abundant of Gold, even the peoples call it as DANAU MAS in bahasa, means Lake of Gold, i just still looking for how can the people give the name. Any way, this was a nice place for recreation as local peoples do in the week end or in... 

Curup: Capital city of RejangLebongDistrict

Curup: Capital city of RejangLebongDistrict, Curup

 meiyergani Says:  CURUP is a small town, a capital city of Rejang Lebong District, the area of about 10 Km in radius, with Pasar BANG MEGO, PASAR ATAS, PASAR TENGAH as a center of peoples activities in meet their daily needs, here we can find a few good hotel to stay, it was a stop over when... 

Hotels  

Hotel Aman Jaya: A friendly place to stay

Hotel Aman Jaya: A friendly place to stay, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  There are a number of cheap hotel in Curup, but hotel Aman Jaya (telp. 21365) is recommended for a cheap hotel. The hotel provides doubles from Rp 60,000 to Rp 75,000, is much better than any of the cheap hotels in Curup. It's a friendly place with plenty of information on... 

Hotel Wisata Baru: A Quiet Place To Stay

Hotel Wisata Baru: A Quiet Place To Stay, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  Hotel Wisata Baru (jl. Merdeka No.755, Curup) is a quiet mid-range, well kept hotel near warung bakso Arema Cak Brewok. The hotel has variety of rooms from economy class Rp.50,000 to VIP class Rp.160,000. Standard rooms are big enough and some are dark, but they are a very... 

HOTEL WISATA BARU: A small town Hotel

HOTEL WISATA BARU: A  small town Hotel, Curup

 meiyergani Says:  HOTEL WISATA BARU located at the Curup's main street, the room are rating from Econmic, Standard, Superior, Deluxe, there is also, TV, Air Condition, Hot and Cold Bathroom according to the room class, i can said that it was a representative hotel to stay in a small town like... 

Restaurants  

Bakso Arema Cak Brewok Cabang Curup: The Nicest Bakso In Town
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Travelers with a taste for tasty Javanese bakso (meatball soup) should head to Bakso Arema Cak Brewok Curup. It does excellent eastern Javanese bakso very cheply. A bowl of bakso cost Rp. 9,000. According to many serious bakso fans, bakso Cak Brewok is considered the best bakso in town. Come and have some!!

Favorite Dish: I love the bakso with crispy fried bakso, it only can be found in Bakso Arema Cak Brewok and its official branches in Bengkulu province.

Updated Nov 21, 2011

Address: Jl. M.H Thamrin, Air Rambai - Curup

Phone: 085273226622

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Transportation  

LOCAL TRANSPORT

LOCAL TRANSPORT, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  The common Indonesian means of transport such as angkot (public city transport), ojek (motorcycle riders who take passengers), and becak (pedicab) are available in many places in Curup. Most angkots serve a standard route, picking up and dropping off people anywhere along... 

ANGKOT a Taxi for getting around

ANGKOT a Taxi for getting around, Curup

 meiyergani Says:  Angkot is a small bus which can load up to 10 passengers, one at the side of the driver and the rest are at the back seats, it was convenient models of Curup's transportation, no schedule, you just stand at the edge of the street and just point your hand to stop them.The... 

Local Customs  

Personal Space

Personal Space, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  If you are a white foreigner (locally known as bule) you tend to get stared at in places where few white foreigners go, but overall, Indonesians stand back and look, rather than gather around you. Those who do come right up to you are usually kids. The other habit which... 

“Hello Mister” Fatigue

“Hello Mister” Fatigue, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  This is the universal greeting given to white foreigners regardless of whether the person who is addressed is male or female. The less advanced English students know only “Mister” and “how are you”, which they will enthusiastically yell at white foreigners many times. 

Warnings and Dangers  

Watch Out For

Watch Out For, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  Use common sense to keep safe. Do not flash valuables or walk around alone at night. Locals suggest avoiding the area of Binduriang as it is unsafe at night. 

Responsible Kaba Trekking

Responsible Kaba Trekking, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  If you are going to spend the night at the summit of Kaba mountain (locally known as bukit Kaba) take a stove so you don’t need to deplete the limited supply of firewood. Depending on open fires for cooking can cause rapid deforestation. If you must light a fire, use an... 

What to Pack  

Additional Items To Pack Between Oct & Apr
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Foggy Kaba volcano after a sudden downpour
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Luggage and bags: Locks for your luggage – it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: In Curup and most parts of Rejang Lebong region, the rainy season falls between October and April. Rain tends to come in sudden tropical downpours for a few hours, but it can also rain all day (peaking from January to February).

You should bring your lightweight, lower-ankle length hiking shoes. Quick-drying trousers will work well. Don’t forget your rain pullover jacket and a waterproof cover for your backpack. Bring warm clothing – warmer if you’re headed to higher elevations like Mount Kaba.

Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Bring toothpaste, toothbrush, bodywash, shampoo, toilet paper for the eventual emergency, and anti-bacterial gel for use afterwards. Travelers’ First Aid Kit, Anti malaria tablets if going rural, analgesic pills, antihistamine pills for any allergic reactions, mosquito repellent.

Photo Equipment: Zip lock bags (for use in protecting your camera equipment, travel documents, etc)

Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Flashlight

Written Nov 27, 2011

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 Jungle and Rain Forest

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