Pindul cave tour - Pindul cave located at Gelaran I, Desa Bejiharjo, Karangmojo, Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta . Still located in the south of Yogyakarta , people generally use private vehicles heading Pindul . But if you want to use public transport , can take a bus majors Yogyakarta - Wonosari , then continue the trip by motorcycle taxis can be easily found .
1. The stalactites and stalagmites
What's on Pindul ? Seeing the beauty of the natural sculptures of water droplets in the caves that form beautiful stalactites and stalagmites . Rock formed from droplets of water is expected to grow about 1 millimeter per 10 years . So you can imagine how long it takes until the stalactites and stalagmites that large . And in Pindul , there is a stalactite with a base diameter of 4-5 meters !
It is estimated that these rocks have formed millions of years ago . So big , he called the pillar or pole mount . There is also a flower -shaped stalactites , even that resembles a crystal so that when illuminated with a flashlight , as the surface reflects light . There are also stalactites that have been fused with stalagmites forming pillars .
2. The secret of eternal youth in Pindul
Pindul along 350 meters it can be traced for 45 minutes to 1 hour and must be accompanied by a guide . It is they who will lead the way for cave tubing , see the beautiful corners of the storytelling . Not infrequently also must pass through a narrow gap , so a trip down the cave is more exciting .
Right below the stalactites with water droplets that are still active , visitors will be asked to pass underneath . That said , the water droplets on the face to give efficacy ageless .
In and out of the mouth of the cave different , caving trip through three different zones , namely a bright , well-lit , and dark based on the level of the incoming light , the water kedelaman 1-10 meters. After passing through the dark zone , a speck of light calling and became a marker of the cave exit .
3. Sensation water Pindul
But, just before the end of sensation through the cave , there was another surprise , no less enlightening ways. Go on one of the banks that are on your right side . No need to be alarmed , just about 1.5 meters in height . Forward step up to the edge of the cliff rock. Inhale deeply, then terjunkan themselves into the water and feel the cold cave water waves hitting your face and body . More delicious again , all the sensations that can be enjoyed only $ 30 thousand , including rent buoys , tires , and a driver. If you forget to bring a camera already do not worry , because you can also hire the services of a photographer with a DSLR camera for Rp 80 thousand .
4. Object Yogyakarta travel around Pindul : Rafting on the river Oya
In addition Pindul , the operator will offer caving in Gua Sioyot or rafting in the river Oya track with two options . Short track is 2 kilometers long and about 5 kilometer trek . Make sure water flow is high enough so that enough water rapids for rafting . Drivers will tell her the truth height of the water level . If the water receded, they generally do not recommend for rafting because the boat will be more likely to get caught .