Friends of Pesona who live in Jakarta and the surrounding areas must be familiar with the popular tourist destination, Bogor, right? Every weekend, this tourist spot is packed with visitors. Apart from the Puncak and Sentul areas, Bogor also has a fantastic village tourism destination! It’s called Tugu Selatan Tourism Village. This time, SPADA (Special from Tugu Selatan Tourism Village) #DiIndonesiaAja will visit Tugu Selatan Tourism Village in Cisarua District, Bogor City, West Java, specifically at Agrowisata Gunung Mas.
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Agrowisata Gunung Mas is a plantation-based tourist attraction run by the local community of Tugu Selatan Tourism Village. Not only is it a plantation tour, but there are also various interesting activities you can experience here.
Curious about what other activities you can do at Agrowisata Gunung Mas? Let’s find out together!
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Try the Excitement of Batik in the Batik Village
At Agrowisata Gunung Mas, there is the first batik village in the Puncak area, Cisarua District, Bogor Regency, called Kampung Batik. The houses in this area are decorated with batik motifs, and visitors can also try their hand at batik through open training sessions for the public.
If you want ready-made products, the locals also sell hand-painted batik cloth starting from IDR 300,000 per piece. The signature batik motif of this Kampung Batik is inspired by tea and palm trees.
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Explore Tea Plantations on Horseback or by ATV!
A trip to such a beautiful place wouldn’t be complete without exploring the tea plantations, right? Well, at Agrowisata Gunung Mas, you can explore the tea plantations on horseback or by ATV. For those who enjoy thrilling and extreme activities, off-road facilities are also available to pump up your adrenaline!
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See the Honeybee Farming Up Close
In addition to the two activities above, there’s also honeybee farming that you shouldn’t miss. You can experience the excitement and thrill of harvesting honey directly from the hive. Don’t worry about safety, as there will be guides to assist and ensure your safety during this exciting activity.
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Relax While Sampling Local Cuisine at Cafe BumDes
To satisfy your hunger, you can stop by Cafe BumDes, which serves tempting local dishes. Try Soto Mi Bogor or flavorful Nasi Kabsah. If you're in the mood for coffee and want a great Instagram spot, there’s also a place called Kedai Kopi Ciburial near Cafe BumDes, offering beautiful green views from a high spot.
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Breathe Fresh Air While Strolling the Tea Walk at Gunung Mas
One of the most popular activities among visitors to Agrowisata Gunung Mas is tea walk, or walking through the tea plantations. There are three routes you can choose from amidst the lush green tea fields, ranging from 6 km, 8 km, and 10 km. Each tea walk group will be guided by a local guide.
Want to experience staying in the Agrowisata Gunung Mas area? No worries! You can choose from various accommodations that adhere to health protocols with CHSE standards. Options include bungalows, cottages, or wooden houses. There are also hotel accommodations available in two types: VIP and standard rooms.
Now, if you’re satisfied with exploring Agrowisata Gunung Mas and want to explore nearby destinations, here are some great places worth visiting:
Taman Safari Indonesia
Your first stop could be meeting a variety of animals at Taman Safari Indonesia, including a fluffy giant panda living among bamboo trees in a habitat resembling its natural environment.
Here, you can also meet the first baby red panda born in Indonesia in 2019. This adorable animal resembles a raccoon with its red fur and cute face! After admiring the pandas at the Panda Palace, there are other activities like the Day Safari, Night Safari, Safari Trek, and Outbound. If you want to make it even more exciting, you can stay at the Royal Safari Resort or Safari Lodge Hotel!
Little Venice Kota Bunga
You don’t have to go abroad to get Instagram-worthy photos because you can find them at Little Venice Kota Bunga. This destination features a theme similar to Venice, Italy, complete with canals and gondolas ready to take you around like you’re in Europe. There are plenty of photo-worthy spots that are a must to capture!
Kebun Raya Cibodas
The next destination offers not only relaxation and fun walks but also the opportunity for camping with friends or family. Yes! Kebun Raya Cibodas is famous for its beautiful natural spots, perfect for a camping adventure. The garden, which is situated between Gunung Gede and Gunung Pangrango, covers an area of 88.22 hectares and is home to many attractions like the Moss Garden, Sakura Garden, Medicinal Garden, Conservatory, and the Cibogo Waterfall. You won’t regret visiting this place!
How’s that, Friends of Pesona? Sounds like a lot of fun activities to do while visiting Agrowisata Gunung Mas and nearby destinations, right? For those of you planning to visit one of these destinations, don’t forget to always implement health protocols wherever and whenever you’re out and about. Be sure to follow the 3M – wear a mask, wash your hands regularly, and maintain physical distance.
