Bukit Moko: A Serene Vacation Spot in Bandung

Bukit Moko is a popular tourist spot among the youth of Bandung. Its exact location is in Kampung Buntis Bongkor, Cimenyan Village, Bandung Regency. You can visit here anytime as it is open 24 hours every day.

Perhaps, for people outside Bandung, there might be confusion about what Bukit Moko is? Is it a type of hill that needs to be climbed like a mountain or what? To clarify, you can check out the following explanation and find out what attractions are available at this tourist spot?

What is Bukit Moko?

Bukit Moko has a view that is almost similar to Bukit Bintang in Semarang, Bukit Bintang in Gunung Kidul, Yogyakarta, and Bukit Paralayang in Parangtritis, Yogyakarta. This tourist spot, inaugurated on September 23, 2014, has indeed been favored by the residents of Bandung.

This hill is one of the highest points in Bandung, with an altitude of about 1,500 meters above sea level. If you want to come here, of course, you should wear warm clothing because the air is very cold, especially at night.

There are many food places open on this hill, so it's not a problem if you want to spend the night at Bukit Moko while chatting with your partner, friends, or family by renting a tent. Moreover, you will be rewarded with a beautiful sunrise in the morning.

Many also spend time trekking on the pine forest trails of Bukit Moko. Sounds fun, right?

Routes to Take

Now, if you just found out about Bukit Moko and plan to go here, bring someone who is used to driving on quite steep roads. Because, to reach this place, the route is winding and quite rocky.

There are several routes that can be taken to reach this beautiful place, one of which is through Padasuka. The Padasuka route is quite comfortable to pass as the road is paved and equipped with signboards, making it easy to follow for those who have never been here.

Alternatively, you can also take the Cimuncang route. This road, as mentioned above, is winding and rocky. So, when you want to take this route, make sure your vehicle is in good condition.

If you want to arrive quickly, you can also use the Bojong Koneng route. However, this route is the steepest and quite difficult for less skilled drivers.

Facilities and Attractions Available

This tourist spot has indeed been branded from the start as a romantic place that couples can use to enjoy sweet moments together. So, there are places for romantic dinners where every couple can directly enjoy the view of the sky and the beautiful hills at night.

In addition, for those who enjoy exciting tourist attractions, there are also hiking track facilities here. And, there’s no need to worry if you want to pray for those who are Muslim because there is a clean prayer room available.

Entrance Fee

To enjoy the romantic atmosphere of Bukit Moko, you don’t need to dig too deep into your pockets. The entrance fee is only IDR 15,000 with a parking fee of IDR 3,000 for motorcycles and IDR 5,000 for cars. For the fee to reach the peak, you need to add an additional fee of IDR 8,000.

You can also do spontaneous camping at Bukit Moko. There is tent rental available there for only IDR 20,000 per tent. Sounds fun to camp with your loved ones while enjoying the starry sky and then waiting for the sunrise in the morning?

That’s the explanation about Bukit Moko as a reference for your vacation when you want to go to Bandung. If you already know Bukit Moko, you must understand that Bandung is not just about Jalan Asia Afrika or Dago, right?

With this, you already have many options for tourist spots in Bandung. Wow, it’s getting more exciting to spend vacation time with friends or family, even with a partner. Just remember to always take care of yourself during the holiday!

Author: Nisa Maulan Shofa