3D2N Itinerary to Weh Island – Weh Island, a name that might not be familiar to some of you, t-mates. Worry not, as tiket.com is here to introduce you to one of the most beautiful islands in Indonesia. Get ready first-timer, we are about to hop on our boat to Weh Island 😉
Weh Island is a tropical island located at the northmost tip of Sumatra. The beauty of it is still unknown to others, even for Indonesian themselves. It is indeed a place that is perfect to visit when you really want to go off the radar.
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Travel Essentials for First-Timer
Hold up, before we hop on our boat to Weh Island, we will together pack our bags with our travel essentials. The number one thing that must be on your bag is a swimsuit! It is important to bring the most comfortable ones.
You cannot go to the beach and not pack sandals, they are the absolute beach necessities. The next thing on our list is a stylish beach hat and sunglasses! Oh and don’t forget your sunscreen with high SPF, as we will be playing under the sun all day long 😉
Discover Weh Island: A 3D2N Itinerary for You Paradise Seekers
Why should you go all the way up north? Well, it does take such an effort to find such a paradise, right? Here, you will be greeted with white-sandy beaches, the brightest blue kind of ocean, lush green hills, coconut trees to climb and other little things that will make you want to stay in Weh Island forever! Here is your 3D2N itinerary to Weh Island, t-mates.
Day 1: Arrive at Weh and Explore Rubiah Island
To get to Weh Island from Aceh, first you will have to cross the ocean, t-mates. Head to the Ulee Lheue Port, Banda Aceh then hop on a boat to Balohan Port, Weh Island. It will approximately take an hour or so for you to finally arrive at Weh Island with a fare of 25.000 IDR/pax*.
We will immediately start our first day in Weh Island by exploring the alluring Rubiah Island, a home to coral reefs and tropical fish surrounding the coastline.
What’s more fun than to snorkel and explore the marine life of Rubiah Island? Make sure to put it on your 3D2N Itinerary to Weh Island 😉
Your Day 1 Summary:
- Arrive at the Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport
- From Ulee Lheue Port, Banda Aceh to Balohan Port, Weh Island using a boat
- Explore Rubiah Island
- Snorkeling and exploring Rubiah Island’s marine life
- Hotel check-in and take a rest for your day 2
Day 2: Exploring the Other Side of Weh Island
Are you ready for some adventure, t-mates? We will be heading to Sarang Cave to discover the other side of Weh Island. Prepare for a strenuous hike and the breathtaking views that will surround you. It won’t be easy to hike down and climb back up the cave, but it will be worth each of your hikes.
After an adventurous tour to Sarang Cave, it is time for you to soak in the crystal clear water of Pria Laot Waterfall. Situated near a lush green mountain, Pria Laot waterfall offers you untouched nature and a refreshing atmosphere. The size of the pond is about 10 meters with a depth of 1.5 meters, it is safe enough for you to get in and rejuvenate yourself!
Enough with the adventurous ones? Now we’re going for a sunbathe in Lhong Angen Beach. This pristine beach is where you can unwind yourself while mesmerized by the underwater scenery. There is also a well-built pier, used for docking, sightseeing, and fishing!
The last thing that you can do on your second day is to visit the well-known Zero Kilometer Monument. What exactly is 0 km? It is typically referred to as a starting point of Indonesia as a country. Take as many pictures as you want here 😉
Your Day 2 Summary:
- Breakfast at the hotel
- An adventurous hike to Sarang Cave
- Head to Pria Laot Waterfall
- Sunbathing at the Lhong Angen Beach
- Visiting the popular Zero Kilometer Monument
- Back to the hotel, and get enough rest
Day 3: Back to Banda Aceh for a Little Exploration
After being satisfied with exploring the alluring beauty of Weh Island, now it’s time for you to return to Banda Aceh and explore a tiny bit of this city before you get back home to your loved ones.
Where else to go other than the Grand Mosque of Baitturahman? Standing tall with its bright white walls and majestic black domes, this 130-year-old grand mosque is indeed a magnificent site to visit once in your lifetime. More than just a masterpiece of Islamic architecture of Indonesia, the fact that it survived the tsunami is seen as a miracle to many.
Next, a visit to The Aceh Tsunami Museum is a must. You will find a narrow corridor with water flowing from either side of the building, accompanied by a scary rumbling sound that will take you to the 2004 tsunami tragedy.
The museum also features an electronic simulation of the Indian Ocean earthquake, images of the tragedy, and stories of survival from some of the survivors. A visit to a place like this is indeed needed to increase our sense of humanity.
Your Day 3 Summary:
- Check out from the hotel
- Back to Banda Aceh using a boat
- Visiting the Grand Mosque of Baiturrahman
- A visit to the Aceh Tsunami Museum
- Head to the airport, say goodbye and thank you to Banda Aceh
Hotel Recommendation: The Pade Dive Resort, Weh Island
Price: starts from 771.000 IDR/room/night*
Address: Jl. Balik Gunung, Gampong Iboih, Suka Karya, Weh Island, Sabang
Are You Ready for an Adventure with Us?
Now, have you decided to put Weh Island as your dream destination, t-mates? There are more than pristine beaches to explore!
We hope that our 3D2N itinerary to Weh Island is enough to intrigue you to visit Weh Island someday. Book your best-deal flight to Banda Aceh here!
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