Begin your journey with a pickup from your accommodation in Banyuwangi. Sit back and enjoy the scenic drive through rural landscapes and small villages before entering Baluran, one of Indonesia’s most underrated national parks. Often called “Africa of Java,” this park offers a stunning mix of dry savanna, acacia forests, mangroves, and a peaceful beach called Bama.
Once you enter the park, the adventure truly begins. The road leading to Bekol Savannah feels like a gateway to another continent open grasslands stretching to the horizon, dotted with grazing deer, peacocks crossing the road, and, if you’re lucky, wild buffaloes or langurs relaxing under the trees. Your local driver knows the best spots for wildlife sightings.
After exploring Bekol, the trip continues to Bama Beach, a hidden gem at the edge of the park. It’s calm, quiet, and surrounded by mangrove forests. Here you can take a walk along the wooden trail, dip your toes in the water, or simply relax under the shade while enjoying the breeze. Some visitors even spot monkeys or monitor lizards around the mangroves.
By afternoon, head back to Banyuwangi, leaving the park with stories and photos that you’ll want to share. The return ride gives you one last chance to watch the sunset over the mountains, a perfect closing scene for your day of adventure.
