Lotus Garden in Merauke Regency, Papua Province


A vacation in Merauke Regency would be a new experience for most tourists. It is because the location is far and everyone should take much effort to get there. Despite the long trip, the reward is quite satisfying. The region offers lots of allures including the one called Lotus Garden. This recreational area is located in Marga Mulya Village and belongs to Semangga Sub-District. The locals often visit it in the afternoon after working or weekends for relaxation, actually. As for tourists, they can take advantage of the garden to rest and relax before exploring other parts of Merauke Regency.

The Nuance
In Lotus Garden, the nuance is indeed comforting. The site features a serene pond and several gazebos for relaxation. It is also surrounded by lots of trees and bushy plants. No wonder, this area is suitable to get away from daily routines. For the information, the garden is managed by a private owner. Still, it opens for the public. The garden has become a new vacation spot in Merauke Regency since 2014, in fact. It has the total area of 10 hectares and is considered a man-made tourist site.

Exploring Lotus Garden
One thing, Lotus Garden only opens during weekends, so tourists must come at the right time. The nuance is considered quiet, as the number of visitors is not as many as other vacation areas in Merauke Regency. Most visitors are nearby villagers. Still, some outsiders and tourists are also seen sometimes on weekends. These people simply want to relieve their stresses by hanging out in the site. They sit on gazebos while watching the serene pond with either friends or family members.

Lotus Garden offers a pristine environment and it is surrounded by a forest. Lots of trees and bushes would accompany visitors on the site. Thus, it helps everyone to find peace and relax in nature. What is more? According to locals, it is also possible to conduct trekking in the midst of the forest. What tourists need is a guide or experienced person, who knows the route well. Also, it must be done during good weather only.

It costs some money to enter Lotus Garden, as the site is managed privately. Have no worries. The fee is cheap. As for the facilities, tourists can use the gazebos freely as long as no other people are using it. Here is the good news. The site features some food vendors that offer various types of local foods and snacks. So, don’t forget to buy some during the visit later. Eating good foods while enjoying a peaceful ambiance is incomparable, no?

Nearby Attractions

  • Murdani Monument
  • Patung Kristus Raja

How to Get There
From Jakarta, tourists can simply head to Merauke Regency by airplane. As long as they conduct the trip during good weather, the flight only takes about 6 hours and 45 minutes. Later, after arriving at Mopah International Airport, they can simply take Brawijaya Street and head to Lotus Garden at Marga Mulya Village right away. The distance is 20.4 km, so the trip may take around 31 minutes.


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