Parangkusumo Sand Dunes, A Rare Natural Phenomenon in Southeast Asia

Pretty much looks like a desert 🐪

2 May 2022 · By Ivan Zulfikar

Photo spot at Parangkusumo Sand Dunes / lifeztyle.id

If you are planning a sporty tour in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, you may wonder what places are interesting and have unique sports. We have a recommendation for you: Parangkusumo Sand Dunes.

These sand dunes are rare in all of Southeast Asia. In fact, there are only 3 countries that have any sand dunes at all.

Panoramic view of Parangkusumo Sand Dunes / jejakpiknik.com

Parangkusumo sand dune is about 28 kilometers with a travel time of about 1 to 2 hours from downtown Yogyakarta.

This sand dune stretches for 2 kilometers along the coast from Parangtritis Beach to Depok Beach.

Although these sand dunes stretch to the south of Java, the most significant formations are in Yogyakarta.

The unique sport of sandboarding on the sand dunes / idetrips.com

Sandboarding with safety equipment / unycommunity.com

Parangkusumo Sand Dunes is open every Monday to Sunday at 07.00 WIB and closes at 18.00 WIB.

Where to Stay?

RedDoorz near Parangtritis Beach

The Cube Malioboro Hotel

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