When we talk about natural beauty of Sumatra Barat it will be edgeless. most of tourism objects in this province offer refreshing views. The toursim has records for them. Despite all, Sumatra Barat has more unexplored beautiful sites for tourism though. Sikuai Island for instance.
The island located on the west coast of Sumatera island is fame for its white sand beach. Playing on the shore is joyful there. To reach Sikuai Island will only takes around one hour from Muaro harbour, Padang. The distance is around 25 KM from the capital of Sumatra Barat. The best timing to see fine-looking view is in the morning. During the trip on the boat will impress you that you are around natural silent fort under the dim of morning sunlight.
Getting close to the dock is a another different sensation. Fishes are clearly seen swiming under the wood dock welcas if they welcome you to the island. On the side of that small island, coconut tree leaves swing because of the wind.
There are two options you can take right after you are there. First you can have some break time in the hotel or wander around the island. Its small size enable you to walk across the island.
Around the island is white clean beach. Unlike other famous beaches, laying down there is pleasure and gives you privacy for it is not crowded. Rock and coral complete the beuty themselves.
On a good weather, sunset is a best moment to wait in Sikuai Island. This moment will be a prescious time for you who love photography. Many angles and spots you can capture. Wild animals such as sea eagles and various bird species credit your shots. If you are lucky you will alos run into goanna. Do not worry for them since they will move away to avoid seeing human.
It’s time for you to experience the nature in Sikuai Island. If you are curious, do not for get to take your family and your camera with you and enjoy the other beauty of Sumatra Barat.Yuhendra
