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Sikunir, the golden sunrise in Dieng

Sikunir Hill is a tourist attraction located in Sembungan Village, Kejajar District, Wonosobo Regency. It sits at an elevation of 2,300 meters above sea level. It also offers a variety of mountain views directly visible from the summit, including Mount Sindoro, Mount Prau, Mount Sumbing, Mount Merbabu, Mount Merapi, Mount Lawu, Mount Slamet, and other mountainous areas, all visible on clear days.

One of the most captivating panoramas is the golden sunrise. It was once said to be the best in Southeast Asia. To enjoy the beauty of the golden sunrise, visitors are advised to climb between 4:00 and 5:00 a.m. Sikunir Hill also has a camping area for tourists who want to linger longer.

Climbing Sikunir

Climbing Sikunir Hill is relatively easy, thanks to the well-maintained footpath. There’s also access through stairs, equipped with iron handrails to prevent slipping while ascending or descending. Safety guards and signage leading to the summit are provided along the path.

Although it may seem easy, tourists should not underestimate the climb. The trail requires good physical condition. Visitors are advised to wear a jacket, gloves, or head covering to ward off the piercing cold. They can also bring snacks to enjoy along the way.

The climb to Sikunir Hill takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes. For climbers who prefer a leisurely pace, the climb will take about an hour. The exhaustion of the climb is rewarded by the view of the golden sunrise that greets visitors at the summit of Sikunir Hill.

The glowing golden hues in the sky will erase fatigue and make visitors reluctant to leave. The summit of Sikunir Hill is quite wide, so climbers don’t have to worry about crowds. Another panoramic view directly below Sikunir Hill is Telaga Cebong.

Dieng Telaga Cebong — Dieng – Telaga Cebong

The best time to climb Sikunir Hill is during the dry season, especially from June to September, when the weather is clear and the chances of seeing the Golden Sunrise are highest. The ideal time to climb is from the Telaga Cebong parking area at 3:30–4:00 a.m. WIB to reach the summit before sunrise, around 5:30 a.m.

What you need to know before visiting Karimunjawa

Karimunjawa Islands offers a tropical escape with clear waters, white-sand beaches, and rich marine life in the Java Sea. These are things you need to know before visiting Karimunjawa

Best things to do in Karimunjawa

Snorkeling and diving
Karimunjawa has some of the clearest water in Java. Explore coral reefs and tropical fish around Menjangan Kecil Island and Cemara Kecil Island. You may see clownfish, sea turtles, and colorful coral gardens.

Island Hopping
You can take boat tours to take you around the islands inside Karimunjawa National Park. Popular stops include Menjangan Besar Island and Geleang Island.

Best Sunset Spots
Enjoy the best sunset spots in Tanjung Gelam Beach and Bukit Love Karimunjawa.

Sunset Tanjung Gelam, Karimunjawa
Visit Turtle Conservation
If you take boat tours to Menjangan Besar Island, there you can also visit turtle conservation and sometimes swim near them.
Mangrove and Nature tours
Walk through the mangrove forest boardwalk at Karimunjawa Mangrove Forest.

How to get to Karimunjawa

From Yogyakarta, you can optionally go with a private car or a shuttle car to Kartini beach. Private car offers a more flexible and faster timing, so you can arrive not so long before the ferry departure. The shuttle car is more economic but doesn’t have perfect timing or you will need to rent a room. Then you take a fast boat Express Bahari for 2 hours or Ferry Siginjai for 4-5 hours.

When to visit Karimunjawa

April to October is best time to go to during the dry season and the waves is not high. It’s strongly suggested you take 3 days 2 nights in Karimunjawa to be able to explore most of the spots. Avoid December – February for the waves and ferry cancellations happen a lot. Snorkeling and diving is best during May and September.

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Best sunrise spots in Yogyakarta

These are 3 best sunrise spots in Yogyakarta recommended by jogjatripper that will boost your mood and energy level.

Borobudur
Borobudur temple offers a sunrise experience like no other. Imagine yourself standing on the top of the biggest Buddhist temple in the world in a quiet and peaceful dawn with the background of valleys and mountains in a distance. It instantly makes you feel like go back to the ancient time. Get an exclusive Borobudur sunrise and Prambanan tour here.

The hill nearby Borobudur
There are two hill sunrise spots : Punthuk Setumbu and Barede Hill. Overlooking Borobudur about 2 kilometers away, both hills offer the same beauty. While Punthuk Setumbu is more famous that’s also more crowded, Barede has less visitors. Get a Borobudur sunrise tour from the hill here.

Merapi volcano
Merapi volcano is the most active volcano in Indonesia up until today. The sunrise spot is around 5 km away from the summit, near the bunker. This is included with Jeep tour that visits the bunker and the mini museum which was a house destroyed by the big eruption in 2010. Get a magnificent sunrise volcano tour here.

Things need to know before taking sunrise inside Borobudur

Things need to know before taking sunrise inside Borobudur. Borobudur is now available for the sunrise tour on the top of the temple after being closed for a few years. You can now enjoy it with a special ticket and an exclusive entrance, including a simple breakfast.

These are things you should need to know before taking the sunrise tour inside Borobudur.

You need to book the ticket at least one day before. It’s way better if you book it way in advance since it’s limited to only 100 pax a day.
You will enter Borobudur from Manohara hotel at 4:30 am
You will have limited time until 7 am on the top of Borobudur
If you are willing to visit the museum after the guided tour, you can do it at 8 am after having breakfast in Manohara restaurant.
This exclusive sunrise tour is subject to change at any time. Please call us to check.