A 3-Day Itinerary for Enjoying Jembrana Regency

1. Perancak Turtle Conservation

One of the most popular tourist attractions located close to Perancak Beach is Perancak Turtle Conservation. This place was built as an effort to prevent the declining population of turtles in Bali. Here, adult female turtles are allowed to lay their eggs. When they hatch from their nest and become hatchlings, then they are re-released to the sea. Hatchling releases is one of conservation site's programs to attract the tourist. In addition, by providing experience of interacting directly with turtles, tourists also can get more knowledge about these vertebrate animals. Guaranteed, you will experince relaxing holiday but your brain will still ticking over. Perancak Turtle Conservation is located in Perancak, Jembrana District, Jembrana Regency.

2. Gede Perancak Temple

Gede Perancak Temple is well known as one of the leading temples in Bali. It was built in order to commemorate the arrival of Dang Hyang Niartha, Saivis religious leader in Bali. Located on the edge of Perancak Beach in Perancak Village, Jembrana Regency, this temple has a breathtaking view facing the Indian Ocean, stunnning rural nature blends perfectly well with Balinese traditional houses and the wave of palm trees that really pamper the eyes. Gede Perancak Temple is suitable as a religious tourism to embrace the good vibes and tranquility.

3. Jembrana Traditional Culinary, Lontong Jukut Serapah

One of Jembrana's traditional dishes that becomes everyone's favorite is Lontong Jukut Serapah. Lontong is made in a triangular shape and then mixed with some vegetables such as cassava leaves, spinach, jackfruit, papaya and banana flowers, then pour by yellow sauce on top. This yellow sauce comes from telengis, which is the water produced by the stew coconut milk. This water is mixed with turmeric so it becomes yellow. To add the enjoyment taste of Lontong Jukut Serapah, chili slices are added on top of it. Just imagine, the faint taste of sour-bitter-savory from the sauce united with the spicy taste of chili, then serve with stew green vegetable and rice cake (lontong) , of course will bring a new taste experience on your tongue.

4. Bunut Bolong

Bunut Bolong is a large and wide hole found in the banyan tree, located in Manggisari Village. Due to the large and wide size of the hole, a main road was built between the holes to connect the roads within Manggisari Village. According to local residents, the hole in this tree is formed naturally for more than hundred of years. Each in the left and right part of the hole there is small temple in which local people often put their offerings. You should visit Bunut Bolong to take pictures and capture the moment here which is used as the main marker of Manggisari Village, Jembrana Regency.

1. Juwuk Manis Waterfall

Juwuk Manis Waterfall is a stunning mini waterfall in Jembrana. Juwuk Manis Jembrana Waterfall is a natural attraction that you don't wanna miss when visiting Jembrana. Here, tourists can witness the existence of a unique not so big waterfall. Here, two small waterfalls are placed side by side. The existence of a pond at the bottom of it added bonuses with the color of crystal clear water that beautifies the landscape here. Tourists can swim freely or just play in the water. It takes effort to reach this waterfall, you have to walk the rocky road and run through the forest and shrubs. However, your fatigue will be paid off with a charming mini waterfall.

2. Jembrana Typical Food, Ayam Betutu

Another Jembrana's special dish is Ayam Betutu. Ayam Betutu is made from chicken mixed with mashed Indonesian spices such as red onion, garlic, turmeric, ginger, galangal, candlenut, chili, shrimp paste, lemongrass and peanuts. Put this mashed spices inside the chicken and rub the rest of it on top of the chicken and then baked. Thanks to the traditional recipes of ancestral heritage, the flavor of the spices is strong and allures out when the roasting process.

1. Catholic Church, the Sacred Heart of Jesus

As the biggest Catholic church in Jembrana, the Catolic Church, Sacred Heart of Jesus offers the beauty of Western Europe architectural style building with the real touch of Bali. The form of punden berundak Balinese typical building is seen from outside the church building. Inside, tourists will see arched large glass ceiling, typical of Western European architectural styles from the 12th to 16th centuries. The uniqueness of the mixture of Balinese and European architecture style surely attracts the tourists to come. Just take some beautiful pictures here, take a walk to admire the beauty of the building, or stop by to pray for a moment. This church is located on Jl. Palasari, No 2, Banjar Palasari, Ekasari Village.

2. Tirta Lestari Air Gumbrih Water Park

This water recreation park located in Gumbrih Village offers an interesting thing that is exploring the river in which surrounded by greeny dense trees. You can use Jukung or traditional Balinese boats to cross the river and you have to travel about 2 km. While crossing the river, you will see several types of wild animals such as Kokoan Birds, lizards, and so on. Besides, fishing is also the most popular activity here. Red Snapper Fish and Julit Fish will be found when you do fishing in this water park. In addition, shrimp and crabs can also be easily caught.

3. Yeh Leh Pengeragoan Beach

Yeh Leh Beach offers its own beauty. This beach is divided into two parts, west and east. Each part has its own characteristics. In the western part, there are lots of rock and beach stones. Whereas the eastern part of the beach, there is a stunning black sand beach. If you want to swim on the beach, then the east is the perfect place. However, if you want to catch the sunset or sunrise view, both sides of the beach offer you a different yet interesting perspectives. Come to this beach to enjoy the fresh air and refresh your body after a trip around Jembrana. This beach is located in Gang Tasik, Pengeragoan Village, Pekutatan Sub-district.

Even though you can only visit Jembrana in a short time, the beauty of the tourist objects here will always be remembered. No one knows, you can come next time for a longer period of time and explore other interesting places in Jembrana.