Marina Srikandi fast boat 18 successfully crossed the Bali Strait and docked at the Marina Boom pier, last thursday (28/12). Jawa Pos Radar Banyuwangi also experienced the fast boat ride with dozens of van tourists from Bali.
HERBAYU CRIDA, Banyuwangi
Apparently the swift currents of the Bali Strait did not dampen the enthusiasm of the passengers on the fast boat Marina Srikandi 18. Most of the passengers really enjoyed and were so amazed by the beauty of the sea view from the Kedonganan pier to the Boom pier.
Taken in just two hours, Marina Srikandi ship 18 able to carry 73 passengers docked smoothly in Banyuwangi. When the passengers set foot in the city nicknamed the Sunrise of Java, joy appeared on the faces of the passengers.
“The atmosphere of the Bali Strait sea is very beautiful. Until the trip for two hours was not felt,” Kata Ni Wayan Nirma, 35, ship passengers.
Eko Adi Purnomo, captain of the Marina Srikandi 18 say, although the Bali Strait waves are difficult to predict, he can carry passengers to their destination. Previously, Eko had coordinated with the Banyuwangi BMKG to check the condition of the Bali Strait waters.
“For now the shipping from Bali to Banyuwangi is still in a safe condition under control. We traveled at speed 20 knots and reach the destination safely,” said Eko.
The jejer gandrung dance also entertains visitors who set foot on Blambangan Earth. Nyoman Sudarta, 65, The Kedonganan Village Chief who participated in the group said that the fast boat was very helpful for tourists visiting Banyuwangi.(radar)
