Pengilon Hill is one of the hidden paradises in the Gunung Kidul area, Yogyakarta. With its natural beauty in the form of cliffs facing directly to the Indian Ocean, Pengilon Hill offers a different tourism experience from other places in Yogyakarta.
Pengilon Hill: Cliff and Sea Panorama in Gunung Kidul
Tourists can enjoy the natural beauty that is still natural, comfortable camping spots, and various exciting activities such as trekking and photography. The calm and peaceful atmosphere makes Pengilon Hill suitable for tourists who want to get away from the crowds.
Location of Pengilon Hill
Pengilon Hill is located in Wates Hamlet, Purwodadi Village, Tepus District, Gunung Kidul Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta. The location is not far from several popular beaches in Gunung Kidul such as Siung Beach and Wediombo Beach, so visitors can explore several tourist destinations in one trip. From the center of Yogyakarta City, Pengilon Hill can be reached in about 2 hours using private vehicles.
Route to Pengilon Hill:
From Yogyakarta: Take the route to Wonosari, then follow the path towards Siung Beach. After arriving at Siung Beach, visitors can continue their trekking journey to Pengilon Hill.
From Wonosari: Follow the road to Siung Beach, then continue the journey to Purwodadi Village until you reach the Pengilon Hill parking area.
Opening Hours and Ticket Prices
Pengilon Hill is open 24 hours a day, so visitors can come at any time, especially for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the sunset or spend the night in the camping area. The entrance ticket price to Pengilon Hill is very affordable, which is 5.000 IDR per person, with a parking fee of 2.000 IDR for motorbikes and 5.000 IDR for cars.
Attractions of Pengilon Hill
Attractions of Pengilon Hill
Cliff and Sea Views
One of the main attractions of Pengilon Hill is the view of the cliffs that directly face the Indian Ocean. Tourists can enjoy the panorama of the vast blue sea and the green grasslands that stretch across the cliff. This place is perfect for photography enthusiasts and those looking for Instagrammable photo spots with stunning natural backgrounds.
Challenging Trekking
To reach the top of Pengilon Hill, visitors need to do trekking. This trekking route offers an exciting experience, with quite challenging terrain but provides spectacular views along the way. Visitors will pass through vast green grasslands, and high cliffs, and can see the southern beaches from a height.
Camping on the Cliff Edge
Pengilon Hill is also known as one of the best camping locations in Gunung Kidul. The camping ground area at the top of the hill provides extraordinary views, especially at sunset and sunrise. With a cool atmosphere and calm sea views, camping at Pengilon Hill offers a different experience from other places.
Facilities at Pengilon Hill
Pengilon Hill has provided several facilities for the convenience of visitors. Among them:
Food stalls selling food and soft drinks.
A large and safe camping area for setting up tents.
