Jelenga Beach in West Sumbawa Regency, West Nusa Tenggara Province

It is a known fact that Sumbawa Regency has many stunning beaches. As for the reference, there is Jelenga or Jelengah Beach in West Sumbawa. The exact location is it Beru Village and it belongs to Jereweh Sub-District. Due to the exotic sea panorama and big waves, the beach obtains a better popularity over time. That means the location is suitable for sightseeing and fun water sports especially surfing. Another reason why many people come to the beach over time is the soothing nuance, which is suitable for relaxation. Thanks to the facility.

The Nuance
Jelenga beach has a pristine environment and natural landscapes typical of Indonesia. In some occasions, the beach becomes peaceful due to the low number of visitors. In other occasions, though, it becomes merrier. As for the sea, the water looks beautiful and clear. However, the waves are considered big! This explains most tourists would go surfing once they arrive at the beach. What is more? The next recognizable feature is the presence of several gazebos on the shoreline where tourists can sit and relax while watching sea scenery ahead. Plus, the wind feels breezy and warm!

Exploring Jelenga Beach
Jelenga is different than regular beaches. It indeed features crystal clear seawater, but the beach also features other attractions including the green mountainous panorama. Plus, tourists may find several bungalows and inns in that area. Thus, they can ensure the comfort during the visit later. The most crowded time is during the big waves, actually. At the season, both local and foreign tourists are seen in Jelenga. No wonder, it becomes a little bit hard to book the inns and bungalows at the time.

The next thing that makes Jelenga Beach famous is none other than the presence of sea turtle conservation. That means tourists are able to see beautiful small sea turtles directly, take photos of them, and learn how to take care of the eggs and Tukik. Have no worries. Tourists can do these things freely! Moreover, they have the chance to see the release procedure later. In order to get the right time, it is better to gather information regarding the schedule first, therefore.

For the information, Jelenga Beach has suitable waves for surfing. Even though it is not as big as those of Bali Island, the waves would satisfy everyone enough. It doesn’t have to be water sports. For instance, tourists can take advantage of the gazebos for relaxation while enjoying the breezy wind. Beach walking also becomes a good idea! Thanks to the soft-textured shoreline.

Nearby Attractions

• Poyung Beach
• Benete Beach
• Mantun Hill

How to Get There
The best way to get to Sumbawa Regency is by airplane. For example, if tourists come from Jakarta City (Soekarno – Hatta International Airport), the flight may take about 4 hours and 5 minutes to get to Sultan Muhammad Kaharuddin Airport at Sumbawa Besar City. From the downtown, the next destination is Beru Village at Jereweh Sub-District. This trip takes approximately 2 hours and 56 minutes, as the distance is 134 km. It can even be faster if they take Lintas Sumbawa Street.

Where to Stay

• Myamo Beach Lodge
• Banana Homestay