Indonesia's Java
West Java
Stretching from the remote islands of Ujung Kulon National Park, the last Javan home to the rare one horned rhino, to the waterways of Pangadaran in the east, where soft beaches and lively nightlife constitute the colorful landscape, spans this dramatically diverse region of towering volcanoes and lush panoramas known as West Java.
While a plethora of charming highlights shine just off the beaten track, the most captivating by far is the remote offshore volcano of Krakatau, infamous for its volatile temperament guised by serene beauty. Boiling within since 1928, this paralyzing sight evokes a powerful energy unmatched. It is said that in 1883, Krakatau sounded the loudest bang in history, as it exploded from within, literally blowing itself to pieces and sending volcanic ash all the way to the shores of Singapore.
Explore the shores of Krakatau and Anak Krakatau, the likely successor in Krakatau’s wrathful rule, or simply pay your respects from the comfort of Carita, West Java’s delightful coastal village, where a laid back atmosphere and soft beaches present the perfect venture point to explore the wonders of Krakatau or neighboring Ujung Kulon National Park.
