Most often, the romantic beaches of Sumatra, covered with dark sand, are visited by loving couples. In addition to the excellent sea coast, you can get carried away by relaxing on the shores of inland lakes and rivers with developed fishing activities. Representatives of wild fauna can be observed in national parks right on the coast, and fashionable hotels and pensions will offer the highest level of service. From our rate of the best beaches in Sumatra, you can find out which resorts are best for visiting.
Air Manis Beach on the coast of the Indian ocean is located 15 km from the center of Padang in the province of West Sumatra. Entrance to the beach is paid, but it doesn't stop tourists and locals from visiting this place. Air Manis is often crowded, life here in full swing: quad biking, souvenir shops, bars, restaurants and the main attraction of the beach is the statue of Malin Kundang.
Located on the northwest coast of Sumatra in Aceh province and is the best beach in the region. In 2004, the coast was badly damaged due to the devastating tsunami, but in a few years, all the necessary infrastructure was completely restored. A golf course, a stadium and a paintball club appeared around the beach, and the coastline pleases the eye with dazzling white sand brought in instead of the old yellow-brown one.