When you heard of Papa Beach, you may
wonder where the beach exactly is. What kind of beach it is. Papa is one of the
beautiful beaches in Lombok Island. Although the beach is not as popular as
Kuta or Senggigi, the panorama is as beautiful as those beaches. You will not
regret when you decide to visit the beach. Including the beach in your travel
plan will not be a waste of money.
You can see a panoramic
view when you are in the beach. The blue sea water, the sand and the calm
situation give you a peaceful memory. You can calm your mind and let out all of
your stress just by enjoying the beautiful panorama of the beach.
Location
Papa
Beach lies in the eastern part of West Nusa Tenggara. Precisely, the beach is
situated in Lambu Village, Lambu District, Bima Regency, West Nusa Tenggara. To
reach the beach, you have to go through challenging track. You need hard work
and many efforts to reach the beach. To reach the beach, you have to go through
a long and winding road. Sometimes, the road you have to go is so ascending
that you really have to be careful.
However, you will enjoy
your journey since the panorama along the way is so beautiful and natural. You
can go to the beach by bus from Mataram or Bima, no matter where you are, there
are buses available for you. Otherwise, you can rent a private care for about
Rp400,000 to Rp600,000 (US$410.00 to US$610.00) a day.
Activities
For
you who love nature, Papa Beach is the right place for you. The beach has
natural panorama and it is still pure with less construction of buildings. So
this is the best place for you who want to find peace. The off coast with its
slight slope is very suitable for you who want to swim or play in the water. It
is comfortable enough to swim and play.
Papa Beach has amazing
panorama. You can enjoy the peak of Mount Sangiang. It is one of active
volcanoes in Bima. Otherwise, you can do snorkeling or diving in the beach.
However, you should bring your own equipment since there is no rental equipment
in this area. Or you can bike or hike around the beach.
Accommodations
You
will not find complete facilities when visiting Papa Beach. You will not find
any big hotels or resorts around the beach. Instead, you will only find small
huts which may be built just for visitors to take a rest. You may not feel
comfortable when you want to rest or sit in the beach.
So, it is recommended that
you bring your mat so that you can relax in the beach. You should also bring
your own drink and food since there are no restaurants around the beach. If you
decide to spend the night in the island, you can set a tent or stay in one of
local houses. Staying in the beach will be an exciting experience.
Papa
Beach may be unfamiliar for you. However, the nature and the beauty of the
beach are worth visiting.
