Green Canyon; or, the locals call it Cukang Taneuh which means the soil bridge; is a canyon formed naturally on Cijulang river. Cijulang river flows through the canyon. As you get there, you will see stalactites hung above your head. The name Green Canyon itself was obtained from a French tourist who came to the location and gave the name in 1993.
A series of cascades between the rocks |
Come and
visit Indonesia when the weather is hot and sun shines all day (approximately
from March to August). Come to West Java to visit Green Canyon at this season
too when you can swim in the river which flow through the canyon without
worrying the river current, because, in rain season, the current tends to be
stronger. Sometimes, no boats will take you to the canyon if the current too
strong. I suggest you to visit Green Canyon in a hot season.
Green
Canyon; or, the locals call it Cukang Taneuh which means the soil bridge; is a
canyon formed naturally on Cijulang river. Cijulang river flows through the
canyon. As you get there, you will see stalactites hung above your head. The name
Green Canyon itself was obtained from a French tourist who came to the location
and gave the name in 1993.
Located near
Batu Karas beach, the dock where boats wait to carry you to Green Canyon is 15
minutes away from Batu Karas by motorbike. Motorbike rental is available in
Batu Karas. On foot, travel time will be longer of course, but walking is a
good warm up before swimming in Cijulang river. A bike is an alternative
transportation, you get to Green Canyon faster than walking and warming up at
the same time.
From
Pangandaran, you have to take a bus from Pangandaran Bus Terminal towards
Cijulang Terminal. Take an ‘ojek’ from there to Green Canyon.
Tropical rainforest on both riverbanks |
As you
arrive at the the dock, you have to pay for fees required. The rate includes
entrance fee,tax, insurance, transportation, etc. After that, you have to queue
and wait for your turn to be on the boat. The boat will take you to Green Canyon
in approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Enjoy tropical rainforest at both side of
the river along the way.
Alternatively,
another dock is ready for service. The dock only serve the passengers who want
to go to Green Canyon for body rafting.
As you get
there, to Green Canyon, you will see an amazing view. High cliffs stand on both
side of the rives. Water runs through stalactites and drops as it reach the
point. The water drops as if rain falls from the rocks. The green colored river
water falls in a series of cascades. You don’t want to miss this vista without taking
a picture.
After taking
pictures, feel the freshness of the river by swimming in it. It’s such a great
sensation swimming between gigantic rocks. The boat will wait for you as do the
activities, but extra charge will cost you for extra hours.
Swimming between the canyon |
Tips
- Use rubber-soled shoes or sandals. The rocks are slippery when you stand on it.
- Cover your gadgets with plastic bags to prevent them from getting wet.
- Bring new clothes. You might want to change your clothes if you get wet.
- Bring snacks.
- Do not litter.
Transportation from Soekarno – Hatta International
Airport
Take DAMRI
bus from Soekarno – Hatta International Airport to Kampung Rambutan Bus Terminal.
From the bus terminal, take any bus which will take you to Pangandaran.
Insan
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