Tanjung Lesung
Historical Site Coastal tourism area and beach destination in Banten
A coastal peninsula on Java’s western edge, Tanjung Lesung serves beachgoers and resort visitors for snorkeling, fishing and boat trips along the Sunda Strait, with local seafood on offer.
Tanjung Lesung is a coastal resort area on the western edge of Java in Banten province, Indonesia. It is a shoreline destination offering beaches and marine recreation.
The area has been promoted in recent years as a tourism development site by regional and national authorities to attract domestic and international visitors to western Java’s coastline. Infrastructure and resort development expanded to support beach and marine tourism.
Tanjung Lesung sits on the southwestern coast of Java in Banten province, facing the Sunda Strait. Access is by road from cities in western Java and by local boat services to nearby islands.
- Marine activities: The area is a coastal resort strip with beaches and marine activities including snorkeling, boat trips and island excursions in the nearby Sunda Strait.
- Tourism development: The site forms part of a government-backed tourism development zone and is used as a base for day trips to nearby islands and marine attractions.
How to Get to Tanjung Lesung #
Tanjung Lesung is on the western coast of Java, Banten Province. By road it is reachable from Jakarta (approximately 3-4 hours depending on traffic) via the Jakarta-Serang toll road and local highways; there have also been charter and scheduled flights to nearby Banten airfields at times - check current transport options before travel.
Tips for Visiting Tanjung Lesung #
- If traveling from Jakarta, allow extra time for traffic; the trip to Tanjung Lesung often takes most of a day by road.
- Book accommodation in the resort area in advance, especially during Indonesian holiday periods and weekends.
- Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a snorkel if planning to explore the nearby shallows; the water is clear but marine life is fragile.
Best Time to Visit Tanjung Lesung #
May to September is the most favorable period for beach and marine activities.
Weather & Climate near Tanjung Lesung #
Tanjung Lesung's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2985 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (400 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (329 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (321 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (254 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (208 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (116 mm).
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (230 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (363 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (375 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
