Papuma Beach - Malikan White Sand Beach or better known by its short name Papuma Beach is one of the mainstay natural attractions in the city of Jember, East Java. It is named Papuma because this beach has white sand with a stretch of rocks which when hit by the waves then fall apart. Papuma Beach is a very exotic beach when compared to other beaches in East Java, because it has beautiful beaches and charming sea with bluish green beaches. The charm of the beach is still maintained and the uniqueness of the rocks which are the main attraction of Papuma Beach make it a natural touristm location that is really excited for tourists, both local and foreign.
Papuma Beach is located in Lojejer Village, Ambulu District, Jember Regency. Located in the southern city of Jember approximately 3.5 km or 45 minutes from downtown. To reach Papuma Beach, there are several routes. From the direction of Surabaya, you will take the Rambipuji-Mangli-Ajung-Jenggawah and Ambulu routes.
When you arrive at Tawang Alun Jember Terminal, just go straight towards the city until the Mangli Market intersection then turn left to the south. Arriving at the Ajung T-junction, you just go forward to south. In this southern route, you will be spoiled with views of the rice fields that are cooling the eye. Arriving at Jenggawah Square, go straight to the Ambulu intersection. From here we are not far away to Papuma Beach, which is located straight south.
Walking along the Papuma Beach track, the natural nuances of the countryside and rice fields will be more pronounced. You can see the ricefield in left and right of the road, which spreads out a wide field of rice fields that will cool your view. Until there is an entry sign to Papuma Beach then we turn right. This route is the pathway through the teak forest. Until finally you arrive at the entrance to Papuma Beach.
The route of steep inclines and descents and the waves of the South Sea will give you an extreme atmosphere that makes your heart flutter. Accompanied by the chirping of birds and some wild monkeys who inhabit the Papuma Beach forest.