Pantai Karangsari

Pantai Karangsari is a white sand beach located along Java's western coast facing the Indian Ocean, with palm trees dotting the shoreline. The bay serves as a working harbor where local fishing boats are moored and maintained throughout the day.

The beach has served as a working harbor for local fishing communities for many decades without significant changes. It remained largely untouched by major development and kept its character as a small fishing settlement.

Fishing families have worked these waters for generations, using traditional wooden boats that remain central to how the community sustains itself. The rhythm of daily life here is shaped by tides and seasons rather than by schedules.

The best time to visit is early morning when fishermen head out and the water is calm. The beach is accessible by road, but basic facilities are limited, so come prepared with supplies.

The beach sits at a higher elevation, giving views of both mountain landscapes and open ocean horizons in the distance. This unusual setting makes the vistas quite different from typical coastal views.

Location: Banten

Elevation above the sea: 68 m

Address: Jalan Raya Carita KM. 10, Carita Labuan, Sukarame, Kec. Carita, Kabupaten Pandeglang, Banten 42264, Indonesia

Phone: +6287773171555

GPS coordinates: -6.29722,105.84028

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:45