Peucang IslandAbout Peucang Island
Peucang Island (Pulau Peucang) is a small island off the western tip of Java in Banten province, Indonesia. It lies inside Ujung Kulon National Park and is part of a protected coastal and marine zone.
The island is popular for day trips and short stays for swimming, snorkeling on nearby coral reefs, and wildlife viewing along sandy beaches and coastal forest. Accommodations are basic and park permits or ranger accompaniment are commonly required for visitors.
The island and surrounding mainland have long been part of local fishing and coastal lifeways and were incorporated into Ujung Kulon as part of conservation efforts. The national park protects coastal ecosystems and endangered species on the adjacent mainland.
Located off the westernmost coast of Java in Banten province within Ujung Kulon National Park, reachable by boat from nearby mainland villages such as Sumur and Labuan.
- Park status and access: Part of Ujung Kulon National Park, visitor access is regulated and typically arranged from the park entry points on Java via boat.
- Visitor facilities: Known for white-sand beaches, coral reefs and basic ranger or guesthouse accommodation rather than large tourist infrastructure.
Nearby Attractions to Peucang Island
Best Time to Visit Peucang Island
Best visited in the dry season for reliable boat access and clearer water.
Weather & Climate near Peucang Island
Peucang Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (3102 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 22° - 27° | 25° | 360 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.3h |
| February | Good | 22° - 27° | 25° | 314 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.2h |
| March | Good | 23° - 28° | 25° | 314 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 257 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.9h |
| May | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 219 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.7h |
| June | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 145 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.6h |
| July | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 25° | 132 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.7h |
| August | Excellent | 22° - 29° | 25° | 142 mm | some cloud | 80% | 3.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.8h |
| September | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 25° | 183 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.0h |
| October | Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 271 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| November | Good | 23° - 28° | 25° | 392 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| December | Good | 22° - 27° | 25° | 373 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.4h |
How to Get to Peucang Island
Peucang is reached by motorboat from Labuan or Sumur in Banten province-transfers take roughly 30-90 minutes depending on sea conditions. All visitors enter through Ujung Kulon National Park controls; arrange transport and park permits in advance.
Tips for Visiting Peucang Island
- Peucang Island is inside Ujung Kulon National Park-coordinate entrance and boat transfer through park offices in Labuan or via registered tour operators.
- Snorkel around the island's reefs early in the morning when the sea is calm and visibility is best.
- Do not expect terrestrial wildlife sightings of Javan rhino on Peucang itself-those rhinos are elusive and primarily in the mainland park interior.