TANJUNG LESUNG BEAUTIFUL VIRGIN BEACH AT THE WESTERN END OF JAVA

Tanjung Lesung is awfully beautiful virgin fantastic beach at the western end of Java, Indonesia.

Slightly bulging from the mainland of Java into the Sunda Straits is Tanjung Lesung, located on Java’s most western coast in the district of Pandeglang in the province of Banten, the Tanjung Lesung resembles the lesung, which in the local Sundanese language means the receptacle for rice pounding.

This huge 1,500 hectares area of Tanjung Lesung has been developed by the Banten West Java Tourism Development Corporation (BWJ) since 1996, patterned after the famed Nusa Dua Resort in Bali. The resort is envisaged to contain top range hotels and restaurants, a convention hall, a number of golf courses, marina and theme park. 

Today, Tanjung Lesung offers a perfect place to lay back and immerse oneself in the beauty of nature found along the vast stretch of soft white sandy beaches, clear and calm blue waters, and fresh tropical breezes. The 15kms shoreline is the perfect place for various beach activities such as beach volley, beach football, or just  lie down under the indulging sunshine.The beach also radiates a romantic atmosphere. For couples, it can be the best place to stroll down the quiet beach, or share the spectacular view of the sun setting over the horizon. Over the years, the beach has also been a favorite for honeymooners who love to spend their time in their choice hotels and cottages.

The geographic position of Cape Tanjung Lesung does not directly face the Indian Ocean, and therefore its waters are relatively calm and are perfect for swimming and other water activities such as Jet skiing, or boating. The magnificent scenery of Tanjung Lesung also lies beneath the surface. Beautiful coral reefs, decorated with colorful fish and seafloor dwellers make this a perfect spot for snorkeling and Diving. For those who enjoy the sensation of reeling in the big fish, there are many fishing spots that await off the coast of Tanjung Lesung.

Getting Tanjung Lesung

There are 3 bus provided by Indonesia government (DAMRI) from Serang to Tanjung Lesung, since mid-June 2003, to facilitate public to go to the tourist object.
Located in the village of Tanjung Jaya, Pandeglang district, Banten, an integrated tourist area of Tanjung Lesung can be reached for about 2.5 hours to 3 hours from Jakarta via Jakarta-Merak highway with the distance of about 160 km.This is the first alternative way to the Tanjung Lesung. There is a second alternative, via Jakarta-Merak highway, exit at Cilegon Toll gate, then along the coast of Anyer, Carita, Labuan and continue to end up in Tanjung Lesung.

 As for those who come from Bogor, the location of this tour can be taken through Rangkasbitung -> Pandeglang -> Labuan.
For those who come from the sea, can take ship from Tanjung Priok Port in North Jakarta to the west, along the west coast of Java island on the edge of the Sunda Strait

For those who are on their first visit to the Tanjung Lesung and using personal vehicles, don’t be confused. If you take the exit toll gate of the East Serang, follow the directions to the Pandeglang-Labuan-Cape Lesung.
If you want to stay at Tanjung Lesung, you SHOULD make a reservation first. In the tourist area of 1500 hectares, the newly developed is just about 200 hectares, consisting of beach resort hotel (Tanjung Lesung Beach Club / TLBC) and sailing club(Tanjung Lesung Sailing Club / TLSC) along with facilities and road infrastructure.