7 places to discover
Goa Jomblang is a vertical collapse-doline cave located in Jetis Wetan, Pacarejo, Semanu, Gunung Kidul Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Formed by the collapse of limestone land, it features a 50-meter deep vertical shaft leading to an ancient forest and a horizontal tunnel connecting to Goa Grubug. It is famous for the 'Light of Heaven' sun rays penetrating the cave, and is part of the Gunung Sewu UNESCO Global Geopark.
Goa Pindul is a natural cave and cave-tubing attraction located in Bejiharjo village, Karangmojo, Gunung Kidul Regency, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The cave features an underground river flowing through karst limestone formations with stalactites and stalagmites. Visitors explore the cave by floating on inflatable tubes guided by local operators. It is notable for its accessible underground river experience, scenic karst landscape, and as one of Gunung Kidul's most popular nature tourism destinations.
Kebun Buah Mangunan is an agrotourism fruit garden located in Mangunan village, Dlingo, Bantul, Yogyakarta, on a hilltop overlooking the Oyo River valley. Developed by the Bantul Regency government, it combines orchards with a scenic viewpoint famous for sunrise and sea-of-fog views. The site features diverse fruit trees, viewing platforms and photo spots, serving as both an agricultural education site and a popular nature tourism destination near Yogyakarta city.
Pantai Baron is a well-known beach in Kemadang Village, Tanjungsari District, Gunungkidul Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Located on the southern coast of Java facing the Indian Ocean, it is notable for its curved bay, sandy shoreline, and estuary where a freshwater river meets the sea. The beach functions as a fishing port with a fish auction, seafood stalls, and traditional boats, making it a distinctive coastal destination in Gunungkidul.
Pantai Indrayanti, also known as Pantai Pulang Sawal, is a white-sand beach in Tepus, Gunung Kidul Regency, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Located on the southern coast of Java facing the Indian Ocean, it is known for its clean white sand, clear turquoise water, and limestone hills. Developed with restaurants, gazebos and umbrella rentals, it is one of the most visited beaches in Gunung Kidul and is managed as part of the regional coastal tourism area.
Pantai Siung is a coastal beach located in Purwodadi Village, Tepus District, Gunung Kidul Regency, Yogyakarta Special Region, Indonesia. Framed by towering karst cliffs and large offshore rock formations, it features white sand and strong Indian Ocean waves. Notable as a rock-climbing destination with hundreds of climbing routes on its limestone walls, the beach is also valued for scenic coastal views, photography, and camping within the Gunung Kidul karst landscape.
Pantai Timang is a coastal attraction in Purwodadi village, Tepus District, Gunungkidul Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia, facing the Indian Ocean. It is notable for its dramatic rocky cliffs, white sand cove, and offshore limestone islet Pulau Timang connected by a traditional wooden gondola and suspension bridge. Originally used by local lobster fishermen, the gondola has become an iconic visitor experience offering panoramic ocean views and insight into coastal fishing heritage.