Soop Island is an island in the region
of East Papua. The island has many tourist attractions like white fine sand
beaches along the island to the north. In the western part of the island, there
are many big rocks stretching in the bank of the beach. It was said that the
big rocks were used as the defense fortress of Japanese soldiers.
Another main attraction of the island is rock caves and holes that were used as the hiding place at the World War II. The island is inhabited, allowing you to find basic facilities when you are in this island. The access to the island is not difficult. You only need to go by boat from Sorong.
Another main attraction of the island is rock caves and holes that were used as the hiding place at the World War II. The island is inhabited, allowing you to find basic facilities when you are in this island. The access to the island is not difficult. You only need to go by boat from Sorong.
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Location
Soop Island is not too far from Sorong
City. You can even see it clearly once you have arrived at Sorong.
Administratively, Soop lies in Sorong Islands District, Sorong City, West
Papua. Although the island is not too far from Sorong, unfortunately, there is
no public transportation providing a crossing access means of transportation to
visitors. The only access to go from Sorong to the island is renting a speed
boat or traditional boat from local fishermen in Sorong Port. The cost for the
rental boat is Rp20,000 (US2.00) for one trip. If you want to go around the
island, you can also rent the boat. The cost is negotiable, so you don’t have
to worry that you will have to spend much money for the rental boat.
Activities
Soop Island is not too large. Hence, it will not take too much time if you want to
go around the island. It takes only about an hour to go around the island. You
can learn many things about the island, including the inhabitants and their
traditional way of life. The culture of the local culture is also interesting
to learn. The inhabitants of this island are only about 100. Thus, the island
is not too crowded. Even, the atmosphere of the island is quiet and peaceful.
You can relax your mind by visiting the island. If you’re tired of walking
around the island, you can take a rest in the beach. The beach is so beautiful.
The surrounding nature is so relaxing and comforting. Playing around or
swimming in the beach can be the best remedy for your stress.
Accommodations
If you don’t intend to spend the night
in Soop Island, you better come to the
island early in the morning and then directly go back to Sorong. However, if
you intend to stay in the island, you can find home stays provided by local
people. The home stays are quite comfortable. Most home stays are near the
beach, so you can feel the fresh air of the sea and feel the breeze of the sea
wind. You can also hear the sound of the sea waves hitting the rocks. It’s so
peaceful and comforting.
When you have a trip to West Papua,
never miss Soop Island in your travel plan. The beauty and the exotic panorama
of the island is an unfortunate to miss.
