Carita Beach

Carita Beach (Pantai Carita) is a sandy coastal attraction in Carita District, Pandeglang Regency, Banten Province, on the western coast of Java facing the Sunda Strait. Known for its light-colored sand, relatively calm waves and views toward Anak Krakatau volcano, it is a developed resort beach lined with hotels, villas and restaurants. It serves as a popular weekend getaway from Jakarta and a gateway for boat trips to Krakatau and Ujung Kulon.

Visitors can expect a long stretch of light sandy shoreline facing the Sunda Strait with calm to moderate waves, views of Anak Krakatau on clear days, and a developed resort setting. The beachfront is lined with hotels, villas, restaurants and food stalls. Areas are available for swimming, sunbathing, photography and boat departures. Facilities such as parking, toilets, changing rooms and prayer rooms are available, with sunset views over the strait.

Carita Beach is located on the coast of the Sunda Strait opposite the Krakatau volcanic complex. The area was significantly impacted by the December 2018 Sunda Strait tsunami triggered by the flank collapse and eruption of Anak Krakatau, which affected coastal settlements and tourism infrastructure along the Carita and Tanjung Lesung coastline. The beach has since been restored as a tourism area.

The beach is part of the coastal community of Pandeglang with Sundanese and Bantenese fishing traditions. It functions as a local recreation area and supports tourism-related livelihoods including fishing, boat services, hospitality and seafood culinary culture.