Tamasya Beach in Biak Numfor Regency, Papua Province

Another wonderful beach is available to visit in Biak Numfor Regency. The name is Tamasya Beach and it is located in Wadibu Village. Some locals also call it Oridek Beach, which was named after the location (Oridek Sub-District). As for “Tamasya”, it means a picnic. Well, based on the name, visitors indeed can enjoy a memorable recreation there. The beach becomes locals’ favorite area to spend weekends and relieve stresses, in fact! Not to mention the popularity is excellent. That means lots of people can be seen on the site, even during regular days. So, what is more?

The Nuance
People have many reasons to name it a “picnic beach” indeed. First, it is related to the location, which is considered hidden. The serene nuance welcomes everyone, without a doubt. The shoreline features a soft-textured white sandy landscape and has a sloping contour. Moreover, lots of tall coconut trees and various plants reside in the back, creating a shady environment. Plus, the beach features some huts for relaxation and local eateries for eating or drinking. What about the sea? The water is shallow and crystal clear! No corals are seen below, though. Here is the best thing. The waves are small and calm!

Exploring Tamasya Beach
Due to its popularity, Tamasya Beach has been recognized by both locals and tourists. This explains why the number of visitors is high and the nuance is merry. Have no worries. The shoreline is long and vast enough to accommodate visitors, even during holidays. So, what about tourist activities? Beach walking becomes the most common one. Thanks to the beautiful white sandy shoreline. The texture is quite soft, so everyone can walk on it barefoot.

In the afternoon, tourists may see lots of local kids who play on the shoreline. These children are even brave enough to swim in the sea! The water is shallow and the waves are small, after all. Thus, it is recommended to get in the water and enjoy either swimming or snorkeling. It should be done together with family members or friends for a merrier experience! One thing, despite the safe waves, all parents should supervise their kids while swimming.

After swimming, tourists can simply rest at available huts and buy some foods or drinks from local eateries. The price is cheap, so everyone can afford those. Later, at night, camping becomes a good idea! Moreover, it can be done freely. Tourists only need to carry a tent and other required items to enjoy the activity. Spending the night by the shore accompanied by a bonfire and starry sky is indeed quite satisfying!

Nearby Attractions

• Anggopi Beach
• Anggaduber Beach
• Bosnik Beach

How to Get There
The first thing to do is to reach Biak Numfor Regency and it can be done fast by airplane. From Jakarta City, tourists can take an airplane at Soekarno – Hatta International Airport and head to the destination right away. The flight usually takes around 5 hours and 45 minutes during good weather. After reaching Frans Kaisiepo Airport at Biak Numfor, they should take Raya Bosnik Street and head to Tamasya Beach right away. The location is in Wadibu Village and the distance is 28.6 km. That means this trip would take around 47 minutes or less.

Where to Stay

• Bosnik Guesthouse