The excitement of getting your adrenaline pumping amidst the natural beauty of Pangandaran – The popularity of sport tourism is growing rapidly in Indonesia. This is proven by the many national and international sporting events that are planned to be held in Indonesia. One area in Indonesia that often becomes a “subscriber” to sports tourism events is Pangandaran, West Java.
Not just one or two, there are many successful sport tourism events held in Pangandaran. Both on a national and international scale. Starting from the West Java International Marathon 2022, Cycling de Jabar 2022 & 2023, Fun Petanque Savana Beach Pangandaran organized by the Indonesian National Sports Committee (KONI), to hosting the West Java Provincial Sports Week (Porprov XIV).
Interestingly, every sports tourism event highlights various popular sports. Such as running, cycling, swimming, and body rafting . Not just competing and winning the title, the sport tourism event in Pangandaran also gives participants the opportunity to enjoy the natural tourism in the surroundings.
Becoming a regular place for sports tourism events is certainly a very good start for the tourism sector in Pangandaran. Bearing in mind, sport tourism is a tourist attraction with rapid growth, and has a fairly large market thanks to the large number of domestic and foreign tourists who are interested in sports activities in various regions in Indonesia.
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Location of Sport Tourism in Pangandaran
Who would have thought, it turns out that there are many tourist destinations in Pangandaran which are often used as sports tourism locations for tourists. Uniquely, each sport tourism location offers natural beauty with its own charm. As a reference, here are recommendations for sports tourism locations in Pangandaran that are interesting to explore for a vacation and sport:
1. Pangandaran Beach
For Parekraf friends who like to do running or jogging , you can really visit Pangandaran Beach. The reason is, along the Pangandaran Beach line to Batu Hiu, we can do running or jogging while enjoying the endless beach views.
Having a distance of around 16 km, sports along the Pangandaran Beach line will still feel light and fun. This is of course thanks to the beauty of clear sea water, natural stretches of white sand, the melodious sound of crashing waves, and refreshing breezes.
2. Madasari Beach
Located in Masawah Village, Cimerak District, Pangandaran Regency, Madasari Beach is one of the most popular sports tourism locations. The reason is because Madasari Beach offers views of a wide expanse of sand and a very beautiful panorama.
Apart from running on the beach, surfing is one of the sport tourism activities that is sought after by many tourists. This is of course thanks to the large and challenging rolling waves, so it can stimulate adrenaline.
3. Green Canyon
As a water sports lover, make sure you take the time to stop by Green Canyon Pangandaran. This sports tourism location , which is often known as “Cukang Taneuh”, offers a very charming view of the cave with stalactites and stalagmites.
One of the sport tourism activities that can be done at Green Canyon is body rafting . Parekraf friends can experience the experience of sailing a river with a fast and challenging water flow, amidst a relaxed and calming natural atmosphere.
4. Panenjoan Hill
Cycling is also one of the sport tourism activities that is in great demand. Of the many tourist destinations, Panenjoan Hill is one of the most popular cycling locations in the Pangandaran area.
Located in Panenjoan Hamlet, Kersaratu Village, Sidamulih District, Pangandaran Regency, Panenjoan Hill is famous for having quite challenging terrain and inclines. Even though it is full of challenges and tiring, the beauty of the natural panorama of the mountains and green hills is still very beautiful, as well as the cool and clean air seems to erase fatigue instantly.
So, are you interested in trying out sport tourism activities in Pangandaran, friend?