The blue sky and the crystal-clear sea were breezed in fresh breeze. Fishing tools in hand ready to move fish from the sea to eat later tonight when the tent was established. When tourists consider playing banana boat is too plural, this is another way to enjoy the nautical nature of Tidung Island, Kepulauan Seribu.
Sofian (30) and Syarif (25) and Haris (25), three private entrepreneurs in South Jakarta, took advantage of the weekend holiday in early December with activities on the beautiful and rich island of Tidung. They carry backpacks with camping gear and fishing on Pulau Tidung Kecil.
Usually, tourists to Tidung Island more follow tour packages offered by tourism agents, such as snorkeling, banana boat, donut boat, and jetski. Price per package is around Rp 350.000. However, camping and fishing can be an attractive alternative and certainly cheaper.
"We most only out Rp 150,000 for tickets go-home and shopping," he said.
Pulau Tidung Kecil is not inhabited. The nature is still very green because the island is functioned as a conservation area. On the north side of the island there is a clearing between the trees that can be used for camping. The location is just a few meters from the beach.
On the island is available clean water for bathing or defecating. Managers also provide power to recharge cell phone batteries. All that only costs about Rp 15,000 per person.
Usually, tourists, like Sofian, Syarif and Haris arrived during the day by boat from Muara Angke, North Jakarta. Arriving at Tidung Island, they crossed the Love Bridge to Tidung Kecil Island. There is an old unused dock. There, they can throw fishing rods for fishing.
"Yeahhh ... the fish is small," cried Arda, greeted by Sofian laughter.
The fish were used for dinner. They can also find shells for extra side dishes.
After feeling enough, visitors can walk or bike around Pulau Tidung Kecil area of 17 hectares. Managers make way paving around the island to enjoy the freshness of the sea breeze and the beauty of the sunset.
At some point, the road is made like a nice mound for cycling. There is also a path with stones protruding like a means of foot reflexology massage. Remove the fatigue by sitting on a bench under a pine tree overlooking the sea.
At night, as tents are erected, bonfires burn to fish and cook water. Immeasurable blessings sipping coffee and dine.
Listen to the swish of the waves hitting the mangroves and beaches, and the sounds of the night animals. "Luxury" atmosphere that would not be possible in Jakarta. Not infrequently, visitors carry musical instruments, such as guitars, to enliven the atmosphere.
Arsad, a security guard on Pulau Tidung Kecil, said that several times at some point there had been a fire. "It seems tourists forget to put out the fire until it's completely extinguished," he said.
Despite a fire, the island remains open for camping. So, for those who want to camp in that place, do not forget to turn off the fire and do not throw cigarette butts carelessly.
Air Island
If there is more money, tourists can camp and fishing as well as snorkeling on the island of Air. The distance is not far from Tidung Island. sofian, syarif and Haris also had tried camping in Air Island last year.
To reach the island of Air, they rent a boat from Tidung Island Rp 450,000-Rp 500,000. Ships can be filled entourage so the cost per person getting lighter.
"The ship's captain will be waiting in Air Island until the next day we return to Tidung Island," said Abi.
Like Pulau Tidung, the waters of Air Island are also green and clear. Coral reefs are beautiful so before camping at night visitors can snorkel as much as enjoy the beauty of coral reefs and fishes.
On the north side of Air Island there are several plots of land beneath the lush trees that can be used to set up tents and make campfires. Here, there is no charge for tourists. However, there is no power grid to charge the mobile phone battery.
While traveling, while maintaining the environmental sustainability of the island by not leaving garbage carelessly. Beautiful islands of the archipelago is beautiful if it can continue to be enjoyed now and the future.
