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National park on the island of Java in Indonesia
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Baluran National Park is in East Java, Indonesia.
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This is the main viewing point for the herds that gather to drink at the water hole. You really will believe you are in Africa here gazing across dry savannah against the backdrop of Mount Baluran. There is also a tower which allows panoramic views of the whole area.
Nice white sand beach with good live coral close offshore. Decent snorkelling spot. There is some basic accommodation here. There are usually ojek riders waiting at Bekol to ferry visitors across the Bama Beach.
Climb Mount Baluran. Not a high peak by Javanese standards (1,247 m) but the views from the top are excellent in all directions including across the ocean to Madura. You can see Bali on a clear day.
A self-styled safari tour operator which owns decent local cottages. They aim to have you participate in their safaris and the accommodation is part of that. However, they will allow you to book their accommodation subject to availability after their safari package guests are taken care of.
The nearest proper town to the park is the small town of Wonorejo on the north coast road between Banyuwangi and Probolinggo.
Read in the guideThis is a large area with various access roads leading through the park. If you are travelling independently, a hire car (hired in Surabaya, Bali, or in Banyuwangi) is a good idea.
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