Lampuuk Beach

Lampuuk Beach is a white-sand beach on the western coast of Sumatra in Lampuuk village, Lhoknga sub-district, Aceh Besar Regency, Aceh, about 15 km southwest of Banda Aceh. Facing the Indian Ocean, it is known for its long sandy shoreline, lined with casuarina pines, gentle to strong surf waves, and sunset views. Rebuilt after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, it is now a popular recreational beach for swimming, surfing and family visits.

Visitors can expect a long, wide stretch of light-colored sand facing the Indian Ocean, backed by casuarina pine trees and gazebos. The beach has open ocean views, moderate to strong waves suitable for surfing, and calmer areas for wading and swimming. Facilities include food stalls, small cafes, toilets, prayer rooms and parking areas. The shoreline is suitable for walking, photography, sunbathing and watching sunset, with views of nearby hills and coastline.

Lampuuk Beach was one of the areas most severely affected by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, which caused extensive damage to the village and coastline. The area has since been rebuilt with new facilities, memorials and improved infrastructure, and is often referenced in visitor information about the tsunami recovery in Aceh Besar.

The beach is part of the coastal community of Lampuuk village in Aceh Besar, where fishing and coastal livelihoods are traditional. As in other parts of Aceh, visitors encounter local Acehnese coastal culture and community-managed beach tourism with small local food and rental businesses.