These virtually untouched paradises in Southeast Asia are the ultimate getaway from the world
A cool drink in your hand, you arrive on the white shores of a beach resort, feeling the sand bury between your toes and the breeze tousling your hair. You look around for a quiet spot to settle beneath the shade or to take a private dip into the sea.
Alas, it seems like half of Asia had the same idea as you did, and peace and privacy seem like a distant dream on this crowded shore.
Sound familiar? If you’re looking out for a beach holiday that can promise complete calm and isolation, check out these five virtually untouched islands that are worth travelling out of the way for.
4. Karimunjawa Island, Indonesia
The largest island of the Karimunjawa Archipelago in the Java Sea, Karimunjawa (or Karimun Island) is the pride of Java, Indonesia. Locals proudly recommend this place as one of their best offerings, thanks to its pristine waters, unspoilt beaches and rich wildlife.
Sea turtles inhabit the waters here, while deer and pangolin can be spotted on land. From the highest point in Karimunjawa, you can take in the views of the entire archipelago, which has also been designated as a national marine park.
Karimunjawa has a nearby twin, Kemujan Island, and smaller neighbours such as Menjangan Besar and Menjangan Kecil Islands. It’s accessible by chartered plane from Surabaya to Dewandaru Airport in Kemujan Island, or by ferry from Kartini Port in Jepara, Central Java.
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