Ever heard about the legendary Javanese "edible-bird's nest" gatherer, or shadow hunter and the very special sea-swallow or swift? He is doing the upmost dangerous stunts to harvest the bird nests of the sea-swallow/swift.
The birds build their nest deep in the caves of the high wall-mountains along the Southern shore of South-Java. To access the nests, harvesters must descent from ladders fashioned from bamboo. Because the caves are "protected" by the huge waves of the Indian Ocean it is a dangerous job to get in the caves and many climbers would fall to their death right into the waves.
That's why they make a lot of offerings dedicated to Ratu Kidul, the Goddess of the Indian Ocean, when trying to harvest the nests and, to get Her permission.
Favorite Dish: The harvest bird nests (considered a delicacy) are used in soups, or drinks. The most important places of the harvest are Karang Bolong (Center-Java) and Rongkob (East-Java). Though you can order the Bird's Nest Drinks in Pelabuhan Ratu, too (when available) ... it is worth a try!
Updated Aug 12, 2008
Address: Samudra Beach Hotel, Pelabuhan Ratu
Website: http://www.jawakidul.nl/natuur2.htm
The Bayu Amrta restaurant is along the Southern coast of West-Java. Located on a hill the bay-view is phantastic and the seafood is delicious, cooked to perfection. With sunset the bay is colouring onto goldish red and, you'll have a beautiful view at Pelabuhan Ratu. After the quick sunset the bay gets lightened up by numerous fishermen-boats and their lamps. It will make your dish a pleasant affair...
On weekends is very crowded so reserve ahead, and ... bring your own wine ...
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Favorite Dish: Fresh seafood (... current) of the day ...
Updated Aug 12, 2008
Address: Samudra Beach Hotel, Pelabuhan Ratu
Phone: 02669 - 41031
Our fusion of the cheerful, homely beer gardens of Germany with relaxed hospittality and a touch of Indonesia provides a peaceful and intimate ambiance – perfect for conversation with friends or simply listening to your choice of great music from our huge selection.
Favorite Dish: Sausage Combo
Garlic Chilli Prawns
Mad Max Breakfast
Updated May 3, 2007
Address: Pelabuhan Ratu, Cimaja, Sunset Beach Km 12
Website: www.anystavern.com
Pfuiihhhhh, full with cholesterol, since it's lamb chop grilled served with soy sauce and assortment like rice cake, tomatoes and onion. But sometimes it can be very delicious, especially in dinner time, under the moon and surrounded by sea.
Written Jun 12, 2003
Address: Samudra Beach Hotel
*Fishballs with vermicelli*
After tug o' war competition, slalom ride with Husky Boy 50 cc, Cagiva Raptor 600 cc and Cagiva Stella 125R, we're take fishballs with vermicelli as a snack. Hmmmm ... yummy!
Written Jun 12, 2003
Many kind of breakfast. From nasi goreng (fried rice) 'till American style; pancake and maple syrup, orange juice and omelette.
Written Jun 12, 2003
Address: Samudra Beach Hotel, Pelabuhan Ratu
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Many kind of breakfast. From nasi goreng (fried rice) 'till American style; pancake and maple syrup, orange juice and omelette.
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speaking about Laut Selatan, the legend about Nyai Roro Kidul still alive nowadays. the story is about beautiful queen, who live at the bottom of Laut Selatan (southern ocean of Indonesia, to...
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Welcome To Pelabuhan Ratu "If you watch the waves, I think nothing can happen, but if you turn your back on them, anything can happen." author unknown Just about a 4 hours drive to the South of the...
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Pelabuhan Ratu - The Queen's Harbour

The fishing village of Pelabuhan ratu is 150 km south of Jakarta. It is a three to four-hour drive along winding roads lined with tin-roofed houses, mosques, coconuts trees, up and down hill, and...
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Karang Aji beach at Pelabuhan Ratu is the best beach around. It's a secluded beach with perfect waves and spectacular view. It's where the ocean meets with the green rice field! I love this place!
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On the event 'Media Gathering 2002' by Cagiva and Mabua Harley-Davidson Motor Cycles, we're stay overnight at Samudra Beach Hotel. A monumental building which built by idea of our first President of...
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