Kondang Iwak Beach in Malang City, East Java Province

In Malang City, several beaches await tourists with their majestic panoramas and splendid nuance. As for the reference, there is Kondang Iwak Beach. The location is a little bit secluded, making it perfect for lessening and getting away from daily routines! It also resides near to Goa Cina Beach, actually. To be exact, the location is in Tulungrejo Village and it belongs to Donomulyo Sub-District.

The Nuance
For the information, an access to Kondang Iwak Beach is considered difficult so tourists should come with a local guide for a faster and more efficient trip. In terms of beauty, the beach has a similar nuance to that of Kuta Beach in Bali. In a nutshell, all efforts are paid off once tourists arrive at the location. They may see the exotic white sandy shoreline, featuring black sand on some parts of it! In the midst of the shoreline, a big coral reef resides and it is located about 50 meters apart from the beach. The locals called it Pulau Lawang, which often becomes a background for photography.

Exploring Kondang Iwak Beach
It is true tourists won’t meet many people once they arrive at Kondang Iwak Beach. It is because the site is not as crowded as Balekambang Beach. This serene nuance is a good thing for those who look for relaxation, though. That means visitors only need to sit comfortably by the shore and enjoy the nuance peacefully. The warm wind of the sea may soothe their body and mind, without a doubt. For a better atmosphere, it is recommended to come to the west part of the beach where a freshwater estuary resides. Tourists can go fishing in that area!

Aside from relaxation and fishing, people come to Kondang Iwak Beach for other reasons. These include swimming! Once again, south beaches of Malang City connect directly to the Indian Ocean. That means the waves and currents are quite strong, so the sea is not suitable for beginners. Even professional swimmers should not do it carelessly! Instead, visitors should take their camera and start collecting great photos including the coral island and sea scenery.

What is more? It is worth to learn the history of Kondang Iwak Beach. Tourists only need to talk to the locals who live nearby. It is said the beach was found in the 1920s by an old man namely Imam Suwodo. At the time, he found the freshwater estuary first with lots of fishes in it. These days, though, the number of fishes decreases over time due to the harsh weather.

Nearby Attractions

• Pondok Urang Beach
• Pasiran Selok Wetan Beach
• Krambilan Wetan Beach

How to Get There
From Malang City or the downtown, tourists can simply head to Tulungrejo Village at Donomulyo Sub-District where the beach is located. They can take either bus or other local transportation services, actually. For the information, the distance is 64.3 km, so the trip takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. As for the best route, it is recommended to take Kolonel Sugiono Street.

Where to Stay

• Jasa Yasa Inn