A mystical, popular, and beautiful beach, located in Kretek Village, Parangtritis, Bantul, is Parangtritis Beach. Here you will see an incredibly green lush hills set against the backdrop of a raging ocean. Strolling along the shore is the ideal way to admire the scenery. At night, the star light on the silvery-black dunes give the beach a mystical feeling. This whole region is filled with beaches, caves, lakes, paths and gravesites, each with their own mystical story.It is important to know that you may not wear green especially yellow-green around the beach because it will attract Queen of the Southern Ocean, Kanjeng Ratu Kidul who is not known for being welcoming to newcomers. It takes about an hour road trip from Yogyakarta.
Here are some facts about Parangtritis Beach:
- Famous Myth about Kanjeng Ratu Kidul as the guard of the beach.
- Facing the Indian Ocean and close to the sandbanks.
- It can be used for surfing, parachuting, and paragliding.
Open hours: 24 hours
Ticket:
- Entry Ticket : Rp 10.000,00/ person
- ATV Ride Ticket : Rp 100.000,00
- Horse Carriage : Rp 50.000,00
- Umbrella & Beach Chair : Rp 25.000,00
Parking Fee:
- Motorbike : Rp 3.000,00/ vehicle
- Car : Rp 10.000,00/ vehicle
Facilities:
- Toilet
- Changing Room
- Shops and stalls
- Cheap lodging and luxury hotels