One of the best islands owned by Makassar nature and a favorite tourist spot for domestic tourists is Lanjukang Island. If you are a connoisseur of natural beauty and the high seas, then Lanjukang Island is worth a visit.
Lanjukang Island is a part of the Spermonde archipelago in the Makassar region, as well as the outermost island in the cluster. Compared to the other 121 Spermonde islands, Lanjukang Island is the most beautiful, even though its shape is the smallest among the others. Lanjukang Island is often also called “laccukang” or “lanyukang”. Continue itself means “continue”.
Formerly this island was often used by fishermen to rest when they were tired of fishing. Lanjukang Island is the most distant island. Approximately 40 km from Makassar City. This tiny island has an area of about 6 ha, which stretches from southwest to northeast.
Lanjukang Island is only occupied by 15 family members. The total population of this island is only around 50 people. The people of Lanjukang Island are quite unique, with the characteristics of small bodies, even tend to be stunted, hunchbacked, and have sparse hair. It is said that this was caused by inbreeding marriages carried out by their ancestors. Nevertheless, they are a friendly community, they even willingly share food, toilets and chat with tourists.
Beautiful Snorkeling Spot
For those who like snorkeling, visitors will not regret coming and enjoying the natural beauty of Lanjukang Island. Because the expanse of coral reefs on this island has not been touched by human ignorant hands.
Visitors are also freer to snorkel or scuba dive on Lanjukang Island because the waves are calm, making it easier to find clown fish and lion fish roaming around the coral reefs. Snorkeling locations on Lanjukang Island are very special.
Because the underwater world has a beauty that cannot be described by words. The colorful coral reefs and small fish swimming here and there will spoil the eyes of visitors who are snorkeling. The sea is also not too deep, around 4 to 5 meters so it is perfect for beginners.
Beautiful White Sand
Soft white sand surrounds Lanjukang Island, blending beautifully with the turquoise sea water. The beauty of the white sand is still clean, not polluted by plastic or all kinds of garbage. Coconut trees, pine trees and banana trees line the lips of the beach on Lanjukang Island, so the air around is quite cool and comfortable. One of the interesting things about Lanjukkang Island is that there is an old lighthouse located on one side of the island. Even though the lighthouse is no longer functioning, it is still the best spot to take photos.
Route to Lanjukang Island
Transportation to Lanjukang Island is still minimal and rare. The first thing you have to do is come to Makassar City. Upon arrival at Sultan Hasanuddin Airport, you can continue your journey using public transportation or a taxi to Makassar’s Paotere Port. From the port you can rent a wooden boat, with a price of around Rp. 1 million – Rp. 1.5 million which can accommodate 10 to 15 people. If it is considered too expensive, you can go with other tourists. It takes about 3 hours to get to Lanjukkang Island. There is no Lanjukang Island Entrance Ticket, visitors only need to pay the wooden boat money mentioned above.
This island is still relatively quiet, so public facilities such as electricity are still limited. Lanjukang Island facilities are still minimal, visitors should bring their own supplies from home. The electricity on Lanjukang Island will only be on from 17.30-21.00 WITA. There is a well in the middle of the island that can provide brackish water. If you want to spend the night, you can bring a tent or stay at a resident’s house. Don’t forget to bring mosquito repellant so you can sleep well without interruption. Even better if it’s a full moon, because the moonlight will add to the beauty of this island. If you are lucky, you will see thousands of crabs coming ashore at night.
Thus a review of the Enchantment of Lanjukang Island. For those of you who really want to visit this island, then it is obligatory to include it in the list of places that must be visited. Hope it is useful!
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