Bebanga Mangrove Forest in Mamuju Regency, West Sulawesi Province

It is true that not all tourists are aware of the presence of a mangrove forest in Mamuju Regency. The name is Bebanga Mangrove Tourism and it has become been recommended by many tour agencies over time. As the name suggests, the location is in Bebanga Village and it belongs to Kalukku Sub-District. Like people may expect, the site offers a shady nuance and beautiful panorama of lush mangrove trees. This explains why the location is suitable for photography, relaxation, and exploration. As for the prime function, it helps to reduce the sea abrasion for sure!

The Nuance
In terms of nuance, Bebanga Mangrove Forest is indeed comfy and shady. Thanks to the dense mangroves. The good thing is the local government has built a wooden route for tourists to explore the site. Thus, it would be both safe and comfortable to get around the location. The next noticeable feature is the presence of several gazebos on where visitors can sit and relax while watching the panorama. The concept of those gazebos is the tree house and they can be used freely by everyone. What people need to pay is only the entry fee.

Exploring Bebanga Mangrove Forest
Bebanga Mangrove Forest is considered a new vacation spot but it has attracted tons of visitors as the time goes by. People have a different reason for visiting the site, though. Some of them decide to come to Babanga in order to explore the mangrove comfortably with their families. For others, the site gives them the opportunity to get some good photos. They take pictures of the mangrove trees and other available unique objects there. Not to mention everyone can take selfies to their heart’s content.

It is true most visitors would conduct exploration when visiting Bebanga Mangrove Forest. They take advantage of the wooden route to explore the site, actually. The good thing is everyone can explore the forest anytime regardless of the time of the visit. For a more comfortable nuance, though, it is better to come early in the morning. Not only the number of visitors is low, but it also provides a fresher air.

Aside from mangrove trees, tourists can find other interesting things including Sangkar Penantian and Ayunan Mantan. Those objects often become a background for photography as well as a place to relax, actually. Another noticeable feature is a small villa located near the site. Those who have enough cash should rent the villa and spend a night or two there!

Nearby Attractions

• Jati Gentungan Hill
• Lombang-lombang Beach
• Ampallas Beach

How to Get There
From Jakarta City, tourists can take an airplane from Soekarno – Hatta International Airport and head to Mamuju Regency right away (Tampa Padang Airport). For the information, the flight takes around 4 hours and 35 minutes. Once arriving at Mamuju City, they can simply head to Bebanga Village where the mangrove forest resides. The distance is 5.4 km, so the trip only takes around 10 minutes. It even becomes faster if they take Mamuju – Kalukku Street.

Where to Stay

• Grand Putra Mamuju Hotel