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      Try Kaba Trek!
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  • A unique and spectacular sulfuric crater.
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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 public bathing pools and also in many other spots mixed with the cool water which comes from the stream. The hot springs and waterfall... 

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... 

Curup City

Curup City, Curup

 alekmuhibat Says:  Curup, citizen of Rejang Lebong district, province of Bengkulu. From Bengkulu city , 85 km. 

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... 

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Restaurants  

Bakso Arema Cak Brewok Cabang Curup: The Nicest Bakso In Town

Bakso Arema Cak Brewok Cabang Curup: The Nicest Bakso In Town, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  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... 

Transportation  

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... 

CSH travel

CSH travel, Curup

 alekmuhibat Says:  From Bengkulu to curup price: Rp.30.000 

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 Or Dangers  

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. Carry all trash out with you and make sure others in your party do the same. Let's support "Responsible... 

What to Pack  

Food & Supplies For Kaba Trekking

Food & Supplies For Kaba Trekking, Curup

 adriansyah Says:   zip lock bags (for use in protecting your camera equipment, etc) The family who lives at POKDARWIS shelter usually can arrange trekking food; otherwise bring rice, instant noodles, sugar, tea, coffee, eggs, biscuit some tins of fish or meat (and a can opener!), fruit and... 

Additional Items To Pack Between Oct & Apr

Additional Items To Pack Between Oct & Apr, Curup

 adriansyah Says:  Locks for your luggage – it’s better to be safe than sorry. 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... 

What To Bring

What To Bring, Curup

 adriansyah Says:   Dentals floss, shaving cream and tampons are hard to find here, so bring your own. Don't forget to bring a flashlight, mosquito repellent lotion, etc. It is important to stay connected. If you think that you will need to make telephone calls during your tour in... 

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WELCOME TO REJANG LEBONG DISTRICT

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 Rafflesia Arnoldi is a big Flower in the worlds, if one visit Rejang Lebong, the Flower was stand at the City Center of CURUP as a monument, that is why, the people call Bengkulu is A LAND OF... 

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Curup - The Heart of Bengkulu Rain Forest

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 Curup is a small cool market town in Bengkulu province famous for its beautiful mountain scenery. It is located in Rejang Lebong regency, in the foothills of Bukit Barisan, 80 km (49.7 miles) from... 

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Bastari Lake Curup

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 Bastari lake 19 km from Curup 

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