Pulau Seribu Things to Do

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We went to the Bridge of Love which joins the 2 Tidung Islands "Tidung Besar and Tidung Kecil" This is a very beautiful place and also very busy. There is lots to do here interms of water sport and so on. Also the Bridge joining the 2 islands is beautiful to see with the crystal clear water surrounding the bridge. Just watch your step on the bridge as some of the woden planks is missing so just watch your step. We got to see sunset here which was really beautiful. Definitely one of the highlights on our trip here.

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When booking the trip to Tidung Island note the more people the cheaper it gets. Also the accommodation is what they call home stay and it`s not that great. Some of the rooms don`t have AC and the facilities is very basic. Also they offer meals a few times a day which is also not that great. The worst part is taking a boat from Muara Angke ,as Muara Angke has the worst smell you ever smelled as there is a fish market there. So be prepared for it. Also the boat is a traditional boat so don`t expect any seating. You just find a spot on the boat and sit on the floor. The boats all have life jackets. They offer snorkling ,the mask and snorkel ,flippers and life jackets and alcohol wipes to clean the mouth piece of the snorkel. They also offered us bicycles ,they weren`t in good condition so just make sure you choose carefully when you arrive as they rusted and some of them the breaks is not working.

Over looking all of some of the bad ,it`s a really a nice get away from Jakarta. You only going to stay 1 night in the accommodation if you plan on going there on a weekend so I don`t think it would be a problem to stay in the home stay there for a single night as it`s not so bad.

Great experience ,the traditional boat is abit scarey but you can try and see what package deals they have from Anchol Marina as well which probably will be a little bit more expensive but I`m sure you`ll have a better boat and better accommodation but never the less it`s a great experience to go there and would recommending it.

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When we arrived at Tidung Island we were giving bicycles which was really great. So whatever free time we had we could just hop onto our bicyles and explore the island. The Island is long but going from the top to the bottom of the island is quiet close and makes a short trip.

During our bicycle trip we got to stop at some beaches where the local people from the island enjoyed there time and also watched how the islanders fishing in there own unique way amongst the reef which was great to see.

Some of the bicycles is not in a good condition and the breaks not working too well. The streets is narrow amongst the houses so just practice some caution when riding around as there is people and motorbikes also on the same roads.

Cycling around the island can be a cheap option because the bycicle rent is only for $1.5/day. Unfortunately the bycicles are old and some are broken. If you dont want to do anything, just sit by the beach and have a relaxing day. Snorkelling is another thing you can do here, some part of the beach are best for snorkeling. Make sure you bring your own snorkelling equipment.

Diving is one of exciting activities in Kepulauan Seribu. There are some dive spots such as :
-Papa Theo island, for wreck diving
-Semak Daun island
-Sepa island
-Kotok island

Some resort islands are normally have their own dive center. But most of the time, diver usually transit at Pramuka island to prepare the diving gear especially tank and rent a boat to the dive spot.

I know a friend that he's working for a professionally dive center in Pramuk island, Miki. His contact number is written below.

Pramuka island is a place for conservation of hawksbill turtle. It's about 10 minutes walk to the conservation house from Pramuka pier. Please inform the conservation officer that you would like to see the turtle and then they will guide you to the location. There's no fix entrance fee to see/enter the place but it would be appreciated if you give some money as a donation (I gave about $5) into a box that usually available there.

There are lots of nice spots for snorkelling or just swimming in Kepulauan Seribu. In Pramuka Island, the pier is the most favorite spot for snorkelling or sometimes to take the diving licence. Bidadari, Putri, Kotok, Sepa are also some of famous islands for snorkelling.

Bagan Apung is thaditional fisherman use on the sea, the build the small place useing bamboo, and its on the sea, to keep the small shrimps and squit. and the fisherman also stay on that bagan...day and night!