Segara Indah Beach in Biak Numfor Regency, Papua Province


Many tourists are not familiar with Biak Numfor Regency of Papua Province perhaps. However, they won’t refuse an offer to visit the region during holidays or their spare time. One of the reasons is the presence of beautiful beaches like Segara Indah. Another name is Bosnik Beach and it is considered the most popular as compared to others. The location is in Woniki Village and it belongs to Biak Timur Sub-District. Not to mention it resides near downtown, so everyone can access the beach easily. Well, here is further discussion about it.

The Nuance
In terms of nuance, Segara Indah looks similar to that of Lombok Island’s beaches. “Segara” means sea while “Indah” means beautiful. As the name represents, the beach is known for its stunning sea scenery with its clear water. The next feature is the white sandy shoreline that comes with many coconut trees. The shore is shallow and the waves are small, as well. Some gazebos or saung reside on the shoreline, so visitors can use them for relaxation. One thing, they must spend some money to rent one. Plus, the beach charges an entrance fee to all visitors.

Exploring Segara Indah Beach
The most common thing to do in Segara Indah Beach is as simple as sightseeing. Tourists can sit by the shore either in the morning or afternoon to watch the stunning sea. What about at noon? The temperature becomes hot at the time, which is considered uncomfortable. As an alternative, visitors can rent a gazebo or cottage to watch the sea from afar. The facility offers shadiness and comfort to them, after all. The only consideration is the rental fee, so everyone should prepare some money before heading to the beach.

Aside from beautiful sea panorama, Segara Indah Beach has other allures including the exotic white sandy shoreline. The soft texture makes it comfy enough for beach walking and playing sand, therefore. Some people even conduct sunbathing on it. According to locals, the best time to enjoy beach walking is in the afternoon. The nuance is more soothing and tourists can see a romantic sunset on the horizon at dusk. Thus, don’t miss it!

What is more? Segara Indah Beach has an amazing underwater beauty, so it is perfect for snorkeling! Tourists can either use their snorkeling gear or rent one later. As an alternative, they can simply go fishing in the shallow water. For those who can’t swim, it is recommended to rent a floating tire provided by the management. Have no worries. The fee is considerably cheap!

Nearby Attractions

  • Bosnik Market
  • Taman Burung
  • Owi Island
  • Auki Island
  • Anggopi Beach

How to Get There
For those coming outside Papua Province, it is recommended to take an airplane when heading to Biak Numfor Regency. The purpose is to get a faster and more comfortable trip. Here is an example. Tourists only need to spend a flight of about 5 hours and 45 minutes from Jakarta City (Soekarno – Hatta International Airport). Once they arrive at Frans Kaisiepo Airport in Biak Numfor, the next destination is Woniki Village at Biak Timur Sub-District. The distance is 15.5 km and the best route to take is Raya Bosnik Street. Thus, the trip may take only about 25 minutes.

Where to Stay

  • Bosnik Guesthouse


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