Kambunong Beach in Mamuju Regency, West Sulawesi Province

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Of all beaches in Mamuju Regency, Kambunong Beach is considered the most peaceful and soothing one. Not to mention it looks unique and different as compared to others. Before talking about such uniqueness, everyone should know the location first. As the name implies, the beach is located in Kambunong Village and it belongs to Karossa Sub-District. Due to the serenity, people come to the beach to enjoy relaxation and retreat. Some tourists also come to the location to collect natural photos, in fact. Thanks to the presence of various stunning objects.

The Nuance
Many things describe Kambunong Beach. For example, it is related to the shoreline which features a sloping landscape and gray sand. The good thing is the texture is quite soft, so it feels comfy on everyone’s feet. The next stunning feature is the formation of lush and shady coconut trees growing on the back of the shoreline. Some other trees also grow there, actually. No wonder, the nuance becomes shady and cool. What is more? As mentioned earlier, one thing makes the beach different than others. It is the presence of coral reefs, scattered all over the shoreline. According to the locals, those belong to the mountain rocks type. Those stones are covered by coconut trees, too!

Exploring Kambunong Beach
In terms of popularity, Kambunong Beach is considered the same as Batumeana Beach. One thing, Kambunong is more peaceful so it is quite suitable for relaxation and retreating from stressful daily routines. Even tourists can simply sit by the shore and listen to the sound of the waves. That calming atmosphere even feels better with the presence of warm air of the sea, without a doubt. Not to mention tons of coconut trees cover most parts of the shoreline. They create a shady ambiance to the site, as well.

The next impressive feature in Kambunong Beach is the formation of rocks and coral reefs. They often become a place where tourists conduct sightseeing and photography, actually. Even though the surface becomes slippery sometimes, everyone can easily get on those rocks with caution. Commonly, the beach feels so serene indeed. However, it becomes more crowded during long holidays and several days after Lebaran. Thus, tourists should choose the right time to come to the beach depending on their preference.

Perhaps the only disappointment is the absence of sophisticated facilities like gazebos and toilets. Tourists can’t even find food vendors on the site, so they must have prepared some foods and drinks beforehand. As for other recommended tourist activities, everyone can enjoy snorkeling, sunset viewing, and beach walking!

Nearby Attractions

• Butang Waterfall
• Cinoki Beach
• Sarudu Beach

How to Get There
From Jakarta City, tourists can directly head to Mamuju Regency by airplane (which is the fastest method). For the information, this flight may take about 4 hours and 35 minutes. Tourists can get the airplane service at Soekarno – Hatta International Airport, and their destination is Tampa Padang Airport at Mamuju. Later, once arriving at Mamuju City, the last thing to do is to get to Kambunong Village where the beach is located. The distance is 117 km, so the trip may take around 2 hours and 53 minutes. As for the best route, it is Poros Majene – Mamuju Street.

Where to Stay

• Bahari Indah Homestay
• Widya Buah Homestay