Krakatoa History, Dooms Day 1883

On Sunday August 27th 1883 at 10.05 .The Sound of Krakatau explosion in 1883. It’s heard in Srilangka, India, Karachi, Australia ( Perth ), Madagascar Island, and reach 3000 miles a way to the Indian Ocean Krakatau Tossed 18-20 cubic kilometer Material of earth 30 Km high in to the atmosphere ,the heavy material Back to the earth but the soft material and particles gas and ash rise up to the atmosphere and covering the atmosphere caused radiation of the sun back to the space. The Volcanic gas and ash was circling and traveling around the globe 7 times for 4 days
- Caused Blood Red color , Orange and Fantastic colored sun set, Blue Moon can be seen for 4 – 5 years (1883 – 1888).- Caused Disturbances of radio communication all round the globe for 3 day.

The Giant Tsunami about 30 - 40 Meter High and the speed reach about 180 km/h. It was destroyer more than 270 villages around java and Sumatra and more than 36.000 people die by tsunami and most the kids was killed by the Volcanic Gas. On Sunday August 27th 1883 at 10.05 am the sky was changed suddenly dark and the lighting blasted, rained by black sand, ash and dust. in the distance could be seen the thousands of flame rock flied tossed to the atmosphere from Krakatau , the local peoples said that was Dooms day “ KIAMAT” .the big stone as big as car was land on carita beach, and many prisoners was killed by blasted lighting at Tanjung Layar Light house (Ujung kulon) and the light house was destroy as well. it was reported later.

Forty years after the main explosion, in 1927, volcanic activity was seen in the sea covering the old caldera, between the sites of the two northern most former volcanoes of Krakatau, where the greatest activity had occurred at the time of the cataclysm. A series of eruptions 185 m below the surface of the sea resulted in the emergence of tree new island, one after the other. They were all soon destroyed by surf. A fourth emerged from the sea on August 12th 1930. It remained above water, and was aptly named Anak Krakatau (Child of Krakatau).

It grew by the accumulation of ash, and suffered a devastating eruption in 1952, and another very destructive one in 1972. It is now 195 m high and 2 km in diameter, and is still active. The northeast coast, north foreland and east foreland are now vegetated; the succession of vegetation is still at an early stage, Casuarina equisetifolia ((Cemara ) being the dominant tree.

Duration: 3 days / 2 Nights with Fast Boat
Type of accommodation : Tent / Beach Camp
Type of transportation: Speed Boat double engine.
Start / Finish: Jakarta Airport/Hotel
Grade of difficulty : Easy
Tour Code : KNLR-KVTTC-3D

Itinerary
Day 01:
Pick up at Jakarta airport (Jakarta hotel) and directly transfer to Carita for 3 – 3,5 hours by private car(depending on the traffic light). Stay over night at Mutiara Hotel.

DAY 02:
After breakfast at 07.30am, we leave hotel and onboard a boat then sail crossing Sunda strait. the journey will take us about 3 hours by slow boat and 1 hour by fast boat. On the way, we could see flying fish, group of small Tuna, Dolphin and other awesome view (depending on the weather - we are not able predict the weather in this century regarding to global warming). upon arrival, sailing around Volcano (child of Krakatoa), here you can see kind of stem larva. On shore, and climb up the first level of child of Krakatoa. (Depending on the weather too - it could be windy and dusty). Swimming and Snorkeling at three options: 1).big Krakatoa, 2). child Krakatoa, 3).Panjang island near the ranger camp. (here is flexible time, we can do all if the time is enough). before the sun is goes down, we make camping at big Krakatoa. relax or you may walk surrounding the area. at night bonfire and barbeque fish (don't forget to bring your own wine/alcoholic beverage). free time and enjoy your night at Krakatoa. (B, L, D)

DAY 03:
After breakfast, , we will do trek up the big Krakatoa at Rakata island. then swimming and snorkeling at Legon cabe (chilly bay), here you can see beatiful coral and colorful fish. Take a rest and after lunch, sail back to Carita then directly transfer to Jakarta by private air condition car. Or extension with our Rinjani Hiking on Lombok  program. (B, L) Tour End.

Price: USD 525/Pax Minimal 2 Persons - Private trip/group of your friends or family. (max 6 persons adult/children per group)

Included:
• Fast Long Fiber boat,
• Transfer in/out from/to Jakarta aiport/hotel (return),
• 1 Night Mutiara hotel at Carita based on twin share
• Guide
• Entrance permit
• Full boards meals as per itinerary (B2x, L2x, D2x)
• Fruit
• Mineral water
• Soft drink
• Snack
• Snorkeling equipment
• Tent

Excluded:
- Dinner at Hotel
- Laundry
- Tips and Extra drink (e.g Beer)
- Other personal expenses
- Jakarta hotel

Note:
- Please bring camera, shoes, sun block/lotion, swim suit.
- The trip itinerary schedule is very much dependent on weather conditions and may make changes accordingly.

Hotel Mutiara Carita overview:
With a very natural and friendly atmosphere, guest of Mutiara Carita can freely cary out any activities the whole day like, sun bathing, riding a jetski, swimming, play tennis, to have leisurely walk, sailing, snorkeling or diving, fishing, watching the sunset, etc

Hotel Facilities
* Banquet and Meeting Room
* Swimming Pool
* Water Park
* Billiard
* Children Playground
* Restaurant
* Jetty and Fishing Area
* Karaoke
* Jet Ski
* Volley
* Tennis Court

Fast Boat Classification:

Aluminum Boat + Fiber Glass
Length : 5 to 7 Meter.
Breadth : 3 Meter.
Main Engine : Yamaha 115 X 2 Unit ( 4 stroke ) Aluminum Boat
Main Engine : Yamaha 145 X 2 Unit ( 4 stroke ) Fiber Glass Boat
Speed : 25 - 30 Knot
Capacity for one day trip ( 8 pax )
Safety Equipment: Gps, Marin Radio, Vhf Radio, Compass, life jacket.
The trip schedule is very much dependent on weather conditions and may make changes accordingly.

Please bring camera, shoes, sun block / lotion, swim suit

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