Pantai Padang

Pantai Padang or Padang Beach also referred to as Tapi Lauik or Taplau by the local people, is situated in close proximity from the ferry port on the costal area from Samudra Street to Puruih.

The sea water is muddy and not quite suitable for swimming, however being surrounded by hills and trees the beach is ideal for strolling and watching the sunset and relaxing.

The atmosphere is also pleasant and not too windy besides the shade from the trees provides an opportunity to hide from the rays of the sun.

There are several eateries and food stalls along the beach which make this place a lively nightspot, where people come for dining.

Tourists are told to be aware during high tides as the flow of currents can get very strong and the wave’s rough, so at such times, it is best not to venture out alone on the beach or with children and family.

Various package holiday tours are offered every holiday season arrives. As in the long Idul Fitri holiday today. While going home, visitors can also enjoy the natural beauty of the coast of Padang, West Sumatra, as well as testing the guts to exercise parasailing and banana boat.

This exercise will probably be a fun experience. Especially for those new first time trying to fly with parasailing which is guaranteed to be the first experience unforgettable. Traction motor boat that brings in height will be more indulgent and satisfying the curiosity of the beauty of the coast of Padang. Even more exciting, make a helping wind blows towing rope up and down so it felt to fall in the middle of the sea area.

But for the fear of heights need not worry. This beach also offers banana boating facilities. Rubber boats shaped like bananas can be climbed five people with motor boat pulled. The visitors can enjoy the fierce waves and floating above the sea water.

No need to hesitate about security. By removing the cost of Rp100.000 for parasailing and Rp35.000 for the banana boat, the two sports is already equipped with safety standards. Visitors can also test the ability and courage so that the Lebaran holidays became more exciting.

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Pantai Bungus

Bungus Beach is located in a quiet bay Bungus. Beautiful natural scenery. The hills that surround the beach looks like tower of view toward the sea.

Sloping beaches with white sand that is suitable for a variety of recreation such as swimming, diving, sunbathing or boating towards small islands not far from the beach Bungus.

Located 20 km south of Padang, or 1.5 hours of travel, the beach is easily reached by land transportation. On the beach available tourist facilities such as beach umbrellas and chairs for lazy sunbathing.

Shape resembles a crescent beach. Warm seawater and is safe for swimming. From here, you can menjelejahi oceans to shore-Nearest beach off the coast of Padang as Sirandah Island, Sikowi, Bintangur, Pasumpahan and other islands.

The islands are very good as a tourist attraction marina, have white sandy beaches and colorful marine park colorful surrounding. To get there, you can hire a speedboat or sailboat owned by residents in the Gulf Bungus. From the Coast Bungus to the islands it takes ± 75 minutes.

If you do not want wasteful of energy, simply relax on the beach while enjoying the sunset at this amazing bay. Sitting under a shady palm tree in the vicinity of the beach is also exciting. Or eat seafood (seafood) and other dishes at the restaurants that dot the beach.

There is one activity that is also often acted on the Beach Bungus travelers, namely fishing. Really delicious.

On holidays it is always crowded tourist invaded visitors. The height from sea level of about 1 meter. Beach temperatures between 24-30 degrees Celsius and humidity 85% on average. From silhuet sun in the eastern horizon, looming Banana Island and the Gulf Bayur in the south.

All that beauty can be enjoyed through a number of facilities. Among them, hut Minang architecture tours, children's pool, several seating (shelter) for the relaxed look at the high seas, jogging track, parking area and safe, children's play area and camping ground capacity of 300 people.

The breeze was cool when entering the gates of the Garden of Nirvana. Palm trees around the park was seen waving. Shore wind made the atmosphere around grow cool. Meanwhile, jogging along the path can be done while enjoying a variety of flora and fauna that live in the surrounding forests, such as Weasel (Paradoxorus Hermaproditus), Tupai (Callosiorus Notatus) and monkey (Presbytis Cristata).

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Pantai Aia Manih

Aia Manih Beach become a favorite tourist sites in Padang. The Legend of Malin Kundang will greet travelers when stepping on toes in the sand, whitish brown.

Pile of stones and reliefs decorate the story of Malin Kundang coastal resorts are crowded with visitors at holiday time. The legend says that a large stone is a big ship and the bodies of Malin Kundang stranded. According to folk legend, Malin Kundang and his ship was cursed into stone because of disobedience to parents.

Broad sloping beach at the Beach Aia Manih offers to play for the visitors. Even in the tide, visitors can see marine life that sticking to the surface. With walking, you also can go to Little Banana Island is not far from the edge of Aia Manih Beach. The island is not so broad, can be used as a retreat for a moment while enjoying some food that had been prepared.

Small Banana Island Guava tree decorated with Kaliang that you can enjoy the visitors for free. But remember, do not be too long to enjoy the atmosphere on the island. Because, a few hours later, the tide will gradually increase as in the past so that access to Little Banana Island can not be reached on foot.

Quite often, the youth in the city of Padang is also utilizing Manih Aia Coast as a place to camp. The waves rolled across the region also used by surfers for surfing. Access to the beach tourist area can be addressed Manih Aia from several directions. The beach is located in the Southern District of Padang, can be reached by land travel approximately 30 minutes from downtown.

Gunung Padang from any region, tourists can take Aia Manih Beach on foot. The railway was quite tiring but it gives the experience an enjoyable adventure. A number of accommodation (homestay) can be found on the beach Aia Manih if you want to spend the night in the tourist area. Regarding the price, it is said is said is not too expensive because of the local community managed.

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