Panta Kapal River

There is a reason why it is called Panta Kapal, it turns out that viewed from above, this river looks like the bottom or the back of a ship. When compared to urban areas, the atmosphere around Panta Kapal River feels cooler. This is because there are many trees that grow shady. It is perfect for tourists who want to relax and enjoy the natural atmosphere that still awake.

Panta Kapal is the name given by the local community for a part of the Kohoin river that shaped exactly like the butt of a ship. Constructions such as the ship's bottom occurred purely because of nature, because of the erosion of rocks by the swift currents of the Kohion River for hundreds of years. Panta Kapal is not far from the center of Teminabuan, but the place is a bit hidden, if you don't know, don't hesitate to ask the locals because all Temi people know about Panta Kapal.

This place is really cool for bathing because the place is cool, beautiful, and the water is clear and surrounded by lush forests. The water currents of Panta Kapal River are truly unique. The water current is not straight but circular. So you will be very spoiled once swimming in this river. Because the flow of water will bring you back to shore. But be careful and don't try to swim to the middle because the current here is very strong, you might end up being carried away by the current and lost forever. Unless you are already trained to swim and have big guts.

Besides Panta Kapal, there is another place called Kali Gadis, where the current is calmer and suitable for children and girls who want to swim without being afraid of being carried away by the current. In addition, this is where mothers usually wash clothes.

How to get there?
Some flights from Jakarta have direct flights to Domine Eduard Osok airport, Sorong. Travel by air only takes about 4 hours. But if you are unlucky, trips to Sorong sometimes have to transit first in Makassar. If a transit traveler must be on guard to stay in Makassar.

Arriving in Sorong, the next trip to South Sorong, precisely to Teminabuan which is the capital of South Sorong district. To get to Teminabuan there are two alternative trips that a traveler can use. If you want to be fast you can pass the air by boarding a small plane. The aircraft is a Cessna Grand Caravan with capacity of 11 people. It only takes about 30 minutes to get to Teminabuan. Uniquely, before boarding your plane, your weight will be weighed first. The goal is to determine the sitting position. Don't bring too much stuff.

But not a few are afraid to ride a small plane. Because the shock from the wind is really felt and the position of the engine is very close sometimes makes it scary to get on the plane. No need to worry, you can also choose a land route to get to Teminabuan.

You can take public transportation or rent a car to go directly to Teminabuan. However, the travel time is a bit long if you use the land route, which is about 3-4 hours. This is because some access roads to Teminabuan are still damaged. But the land route is no less exciting. Later you will rest for a while at a small market on the border of Sorong and Teminabuan. There are also some special foods sold, for those of you who like extreme food, you can buy grilled taro and roasted mole.

Arriving in Teminabuan you can go directly to the location of Panta Kapal River. The distance is not far, only 3 km from the city center. You can use a yellow helmet motorcycle taxi to get to the location.