Papua’s natural beauty is unquestionable. From cultural tourism, natural tourism, culinary tourism, mountains and sea tourism to historical sites, those things are what Papua offers to tourists. One of the islands with a stunning beauty second to none is Rumberpon Island. What is this island like? Let’s explore.
About Rumberpon Island
This island lies in the south of Manokwari Regency and the north of Teluk Wondama Regency. Rumberpon Island has a serene atmosphere both on land and in the ocean. Because of that, visitors to the area may think they are on a private island.
Another of Rumberpon Island’s remarkable features is its unusual wildlife, including dugongs, cuscus, sea eagles, and deer birds (cervus timorensis).
Speedboat travel from Manokwari to this location takes 5.5 hours, so getting there takes some time. Another option is to go from Manokwari to Ransiki first by land for three hours, then to Rumberpon Island by speedboat for another two hours.
Best Things to Do on Rumberpon Island
The tourism potential of Rumberpon is on par with that of other Papuan islands. Visitors to Rumberpon Island can relax on the beach or engage in watersports, including water skiing, surfing, fishing, and water skiing.
Coral reefs and other marine life are still found there in their natural state and are spread virtually all around the island. This enables guests to pick wherever they want to unwind.
Here are some things to do on Rumberpon Island:
1. Exploring Many Tourist Attractions
Near Isenebuai Village, Rumberpon Island, there is a mangrove forest and a long sandy beach and meadows at the back of the village. Meanwhile, in Yomakan Village, there is a stretch of garden, namely the Kima garden, which is fostered by a group of women (Mama Ira), where visitors can find various clams in the Cenderawasih Bay National Park area.
Moreover, there are also archaeological sites named the Suwef Imande Kamberei Site and the Inurikiyari Site on this island. Archaeological remains in the form of pieces of human skeletons can be found at both of these locations.
2. Discovering Rare Animals
A variety of uncommon animals on this island are infrequently seen in other parts of Indonesia. Here, you can observe white-tailed eagles soaring over the skies at will. In addition, you will be able to witness deer birds and flocks of cuscus (cervus timorensis).
3. Exploring Underwater
Visitors can scuba dive to a certain depth. However, to do scuba diving, of course, you have to be really trained. So that unwanted things don’t happen.
In addition to scuba diving, here you can go surfing. Rumberpon Island has pretty good waves for this surfing activity. Another water activity you can do here is water skiing.
On Rumberpon Island, visitors can enjoy a six-kilometer white sand stretch at Wondui Beach. This beach is perfect for visitors who want to sunbathe and enjoy the sunrise.
4. Camping
Actually, there is a tourist hut belonging to the Cenderawasih Bay National Park Center (BBTNTC), which can be used as a tourist inn. If you don’t want to stay in a tourist lodge, you can camp around the location of the tourist lodge in the shade of lowland forest trees.
Don’t forget to bring food or snacks such as chips, peanuts, and typical Papuan food. You can enjoy the beauty of nature while sitting on the sand on a mat and eating together around the beach.
Don’t forget to always keep the beach clean by not littering. Bring back your trash and dispose of it in the space provided. Have a nice visit to Rumberpon Island.
