Langsa Mangrove Forest

Langsa Mangrove Forest is a coastal ecotourism and conservation area located in Kuala Langsa, Langsa Barat, Kota Langsa, Aceh. Covering extensive rehabilitated mangrove woodland along the Malacca Strait coast, it is notable for its wooden boardwalks, biodiversity conservation, and community-based tourism. Managed by the Langsa city government, it serves as an environmental education site and a popular nature recreation destination.

Visitors can expect a coastal mangrove environment with dense Rhizophora and Avicennia stands accessed via elevated wooden boardwalks and bridges. The site includes observation towers, boat jetties for mangrove river tours, and open coastal views toward Kuala Langsa port. Areas to explore include the boardwalk trail, mangrove nursery, and waterfront. Activities are centered on nature observation, photography, and guided boat trips through mangrove channels.

Developed by the Government of Kota Langsa as a rehabilitated mangrove conservation area to protect the coastline from erosion and abrasion, later developed as an ecotourism destination and environmental education centre for mangrove restoration in eastern Aceh.

Represents community-based ecotourism and environmental awareness in Aceh, used for education on mangrove ecosystem conservation and sustainable coastal livelihoods for local fishing communities in Kuala Langsa.