Tinjil
Island Small Indonesian island used as primate breeding site
Tinjil Island off Java’s Banten coast is visited for beaches, snorkeling and occasional day trips from the mainland; services and access are limited and seasonal.
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Pulau Tinjil is a small, uninhabited island off the coast of Banten province in western Java. It is known for hosting populations of long-tailed macaques (Macaca fascicularis) and is used as a quarantine and breeding site for animals used in biomedical research and conservation purposes. The island has no permanent civilian settlement and entry is controlled by Indonesian authorities; facilities on the island are focused on animal housing and veterinary support.
- Restricted access: Access is restricted and regulated because the island is used for primate quarantine and breeding work; permission from Indonesian authorities is required to visit.
How to Get to Tinjil #
Tinjil Island is located off the south coast of Banten province and is accessed by authorised boats from nearby ports in West Java or Banten. Visits are controlled due to the island’s wildlife quarantine and research role; permissions are required for landings.
Tips for Visiting Tinjil #
- Tinjil Island is a regulated site-if interested in the primate facilities, contact Indonesian research or conservation authorities for guided visits.
- Boat crossings can be choppy; choose a reputable operator with life jackets and experienced skippers.
- Respect quarantine rules-do not bring food or materials that might affect local wildlife.
Best Time to Visit Tinjil #
Dry season (May-September) provides the most reliable access by boat and calmer sea conditions.
Weather & Climate near Tinjil #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (3182 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (399 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (334 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (352 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (275 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (218 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (135 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (121 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (110 mm).
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (155 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (256 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (417 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (410 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
