When visiting Sorong City, West Papua, there is definitely a desire to find new destinations that are unspoiled. Many recommended places, one of which is Krawalu Sorong Mangrove Forest.
Krawalu is the first mangrove forest in Sorong City. The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy built this place for the visit of the G20 delegation. It’s not only natural, but there’s a lot to do here.
Enjoying the Enchantment of the Mangrove Forest
Only about 30 minutes from Domine Eduard Osok Airport, travelers can enjoy the Krawalu Sorong Mangrove Forest. After arriving at the mangrove forest, visitors will pay a small fee. Children visitors only need to pay 5000 rupiahs. While adults will be charged 10000 rupiahs.
In addition, visitors who bring vehicles also have to pay 2000 to 5000 rupiahs. Not only cheap, visitors can also enjoy the beautiful scenery at Krawalu Sorong Mangrove Forest viewing tower.
The manager provides a place at an altitude to enjoy the beauty of this tourist spot. Like a natural conservation area, the air must feel very fresh. Anyone who visits this viewing tower will be satisfied with the natural beauty and cool air.
Down the Colorful Bridges for Photo Spots
Various types of mangroves that surround the area make the air around this area suitable for self-healing. Apart from being a healthy oxygen factory, this natural forest is also an interesting photo spot.
In addition to the viewing tower, in Krawalu Sorong Mangrove Forest there is also a colorful bridge that is no less interesting. Many visitors use this place as a photo spot to upload to social media.
Apart from the colorful bridges, almost every object in this place is made colorful. There are houses with colorful paint, as well as several pairs of birds of paradise.
Overnight and Sports
Krawalu Sorong Mangrove Forest is not only beautiful during the day. Not a few visitors who take advantage of this place to stay. No need to worry about security.
This beautiful place is certainly a shame if it is quickly missed. For that, the manager has prepared eight homestay facilities that can be used. The sensation of staying overnight in the mangrove forest will be a unique tourist experience.
Visitors can enjoy lodging packages. In addition to staying, visitors can also enjoy a barbeque menu at night, then exercise in the morning. Some do walking or cycling.
The jogging track facility is a mainstay for visitors who like to exercise. In addition, the challenging path is also suitable for those who like cycling. Fresh air in the morning is suitable to be enjoyed while walking around the area.
Learn About Mangroves
Not only to enjoy its natural beauty, visitors can also learn about the mangroves in this area. The Krawalu Mangrove Forest was indeed established as a nature-based educational tour.
Anyone who comes will learn the benefits of mangrove forests in the ecosystem. In addition, tourists will also receive education about the function of nature conservation.
Mangroves can prevent sea water intrusion, prevent erosion and abrasion that occur in coastal areas. Another benefit is as a natural deterrent and filter, as well as a habitat and food source for various types of animals.
Not only that, mangrove forests also play a role in the formation of islands and stabilize coastal areas. Not a few coastal areas are lost because they are not maintained with plants such as mangroves.
Shopping for Sorong Creative Products
After enjoying its natural beauty, satisfied spending the night and exercising, don’t forget to buy Sorong Creative Products. Sorong is not only beautiful with its natural panorama, but the people are also creative with various products.
Visitors to Krawalu Sorong Mangrove Forest can buy various souvenirs from Sorong’s “mamak-mamak” who sell various products. Usually they offer special food products such as sago chips or telang flower tea.
In addition, there are also handicrafts such as flower vases or tissue holders made from sago fronds. Tourists can also buy nipah salt or noken which is very typical in Sorong. Of course, all offered at an affordable price.
West Papua has presented Krawalu Sorong Mangrove Forest as the natural beauties. We should be proud to own this place and it is very important to continue to preserve it.
