· 1 min read · East Java · Sightseeing, Jeep
Baluran National Park
Baluran National Park serves as an important conservation stronghold for the protection of biodiversity within Indonesia’s savanna ecosystems.
Baluran National Park is one of the most unique conservation areas in East Java, situated precisely on the border between the Situbondo and Banyuwangi regencies. It is widely known as "Africa van Java" or "Little Africa" due to its landscape, which is dominated by vast savannas set against the majestic backdrop of Mount Baluran.
Bekol Savanna: A grassland spanning approximately 10,000 hectares, serving as the iconic centerpiece of Baluran. During the dry season, the savanna takes on an exotic golden-yellow hue, while in the rainy season, it transforms into a lush, vibrant green.
Main Attractions:
Wildlife Diversity: The Bekol area acts as a gathering ground for various wild animals, including the Javan banteng (*Bos javanicus*), deer, peacocks, grey langurs, and numerous species of wild birds.
Bama Beach & Mangrove Forest: Located about 3 km from the Bekol Savanna, Bama Beach features calm, white-sand shores framed by a dense, shady mangrove forest.
Baluran National Park is not only a nature tourism destination of great aesthetic value but also a vital conservation stronghold, essential for protecting the biodiversity of Indonesia’s savanna ecosystems.
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