7 Beaches in Padang That Must Be on Your Friends' Vacation List

Who doesn't know about Padang cuisine restaurants? Padang City is indeed famous as one of the cities with tempting culinary tourism. However, Padang City also has beach tourism destinations that are equally interesting to visit when exploring this Minang land. Interested in a vacation to various beautiful beaches in Padang?

Let's take a look at various best beach tourism options in the capital of West Sumatra below:

1. Air Manis Beach

The attraction of this beach is the low waves with the beautiful backdrop of Mount Padang. In addition, around the beach, there is also a small island called Pisang Kecil with an area of 1 hectare that you can explore on foot. Another tourist attraction that should not be missed at this beach is the stone statue of Malin Kundang. In the local legend, the stone is believed to be the figure of Malin Kundang resembling a boy prostrating on the ground because he was cursed by his mother. Not far from the Malin Kundang statue, you can also find scattered stones believed to be remnants of Malin Kundang's ship.

2. Nirwana Beach Padang

Another beach you can find in Padang City is Nirwana Beach. It is located only 14 km from the center of Padang City. The beauty of this beach has been known since the Dutch colonial era. From Nirwana Beach, you can see ships docked and lined up at the Teluk Bayur Port of Padang. The trees along the Nirwana Beach also add to the comfortable and natural atmosphere. Especially when the sea water begins to recede, tourists can witness small coral stones around the beach. Don't miss the beautiful sunset that you must see when visiting this beach. To enjoy the beach view from above, you can try paragliding rented by the local community. Another exciting activity to do is to stroll around the beach while enjoying the gentle breeze, as well as renting a fishing boat to explore the beach.

3. Padang Beach

Padang Beach is located in the city center, precisely in the West Padang District. Known as Taplau (Tapi Lauik) which means the beachside, this beach has a long coastline and the iconic writing "Padang Kota Tercinta" on one side. From Minangkabau International Airport, you only need to travel 23 km or a 30-minute drive to reach this beach. For food lovers, there are various traditional foods that you can taste along the beach. Some of them are lontong pical, grilled corn, rujak, satay, and fresh seafood caught by local fishermen. When at this beach, don't forget to take a photo at the monument that says "Kota Padang," which is a favorite among tourists.

4. Pasir Jambak Beach

Another beach in Padang City is Pasir Jambak Beach, located about 20 km from the city center. To reach this beach, you have to pass through the Padang - Bukittinggi main road. The attraction of Pasir Jambak Beach is its pristine and natural beauty. The clarity of the sea water and its clean white sand also make this beach special. To make it more exciting, try sunbathing or enjoying the beauty of the beach in the afternoon while sipping coconut water.

5. Bungus Beach

Located in Teluk Kabung, 20 km south of Padang, Bungus Beach offers beauty and tranquility for its visitors. Surrounded by hills and white sand, the atmosphere at this beach becomes even more comfortable. Uniquely, when viewed from above, the coastline resembles a beautiful crescent shape.

6. Pasumpahan Beach

As the name suggests, this beach is located on Pasumpahan Island, Bungus Teluk Kabung District. Interestingly, you can take a speedboat to Pasumpahan Beach from Teluk Bungus while enjoying the beautiful sea views. In addition, not far from Pasumpahan Island, there is Sikuai Island that can be explored after enjoying Pasumpahan Beach. You can also see the beauty of the well-preserved coral reefs around Pasumpahan Beach. For a more thrilling experience, take some time to hike the hill about 100 meters high near the beach to witness the beautiful panorama from above. Other exciting activities you can do here are watersports and camping ground. Quite interesting, right?

7. Caroline Beach Padang

Another well-known beach in Padang is Caroline Beach. This beach, with its stretch of white sand adorned with palm trees growing around it, is also a destination for surfing enthusiasts. The friendly waves make it a favorite surfing spot in Padang.

So, if you plan to vacation in Padang, make sure to stop by and enjoy the beach tourism spots mentioned above! Happy holidays!

Tips Sahabat