Berhala Island, Marine Tourism in Riau Islands
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Berhala Island is an island with big rocks along the beach and the cliffs make the island become a perfect place for marine tourism. The island is also recognized as an island that rich of coral reef and collects more than 200 species with 11 coral fish species. Besides that, there is a lighthouse standing to guide ships to cross Berhala Strait because the island is surrounded by small islands group which is become treasure for Jambi Province.
Berhala Island is location for turtles to lay eggs. The name of Berhala is taken from King of Jambi Datuk Paduko Berhala. His tomb is located in this island. Berhala Island can be reached from Jakarta to Sultan Thaha Syaifuddin Airport in Jambi Province for an hour. In order to ease your trip, you are suggested to take travel agent because they will pick you up at the airport. There are two choices of the transportation. First, Jambi to Kampung Laut and Jambi to Nipah Panjang.
Many activities we can do here, besides see the royal tomb of Jambi King, the other activities you can do is diving, fishing or just climbing the high cliffs. But, snorkeling becomes favorite activity here. With calm water, it will be easier for you to see coral reefs and fishes swimming around you. Berhala Island become your perfect place for your holiday because it has clear water and suitable for snorkeling.
If you want to stay overnight here, there are many house and homestay rent for guest. If you want to sensation back to the nature, you can make a camp or tent near the beach. So, don't worry about accommodation in this island.
