NAME Puncak Asmoro in the Hamlet of Kacangan, Gombengsari Village, Kalipuro District, Banyuwangi Regency, it's not popular yet. even so, this place actually has a very tempting charm. Because visitors will be presented with a mountain view as well as a complete panoramic view of the Bali Strait.
To get to Asmoro Peak, we can pass through Kacangan or Lerek Hamlet. The location is quite far from downtown Banyuwangi. More or less takes time 15-20 minute. Access road to it, generally not too difficult. However, after passing through the village of residents the road turns into a rocky dirt road.
This road can be passed by motorbikes and cars. But only off-road cars can pass through it. Only one car can pass, can't meet, let alone getting ahead of each other.
Because of that, car visitors, should park the vehicle at the end of the hamlet. Next, visitors can walk on healthy trekking paths.
Along the way, fresh air so fresh to enjoy. Coupled with interesting views. Even though the route is quite draining, it won't feel heavy. Another plus, Salt and toxins in the body can be wasted through sweat that flows.
According to Soleh, security personnel on the Asmoro Peak tour, This tour was built and managed by LMDH (Forest Village Community Institution) A month ago. At the moment, number of visitors is expected to exceed 11.000 person.
“The one who manages the Asmoro Peak tour is LMDH. According to our records, on 50 first day open, decent visitors, around 11.000 person,” Soleh said.
Initially this tour was a production forest area. However, LMDH developed it into ecotourism. To enjoy this tour, visitors only need to spend Rp 2.000, That includes parking fees.
This tour offers beautiful and interesting scenery. From Asmoro Peak, visitors can see the Bali Strait to the east, mountains to the west, green trees in the north and south, views of rice fields and plantations. When dusk comes, the scenery is even more beautiful because the color of the sky turns reddish-orange.
Facilities that support tourist attractions that have been gradually provided by managers such as, seat, shop, gazebo, spot photo, and nameplate. Puncak Asmoro also provides a camping ground at a cost of Rp 10.000 per person. However, visitors must bring their own tools and equipment because they are not provided by the manager.
What a pity, on the Asmoro Peak tour there is no water and electricity supply. Of course, facilities such as toilets and prayer rooms are not optimally available. “Currently there is still no water and electricity. But managers are still trying to raise water from the source, there is a water source under here,” Soleh said.
This tour is open from 07.00-18.00, special Sunday tours open at 06.30. Many visitors who come in the morning, but in the afternoon a lot more. According to some visitors, the view is more beautiful in the afternoon.
“Been here often, but more often evening. In the evening the view is better, hot mornings,” Dimas said, one visitor.
Generally, visitors feel satisfied visiting Puncak Asmoro. Though, some visitors had complained about the lack of facilities such as the absence of toilets.
“The view is already good, damage, the service is also good. Only, less facilities, yes like toilets. Administration too, like a guestbook, So you can see the number of visitors. If there is a clear administration, they can later evaluate the shortcomings of this tourist spot,” said a visitor who is also a student at Mataram University.
If you want to eat here, don't forget to bring enough supplies. Because there is only one stall managed by LMDH at that location. “There is only one stall here from LMDH, people outside LMDH cannot,” said Ahmad Yani's wife, secretary of the LMDH.
