West Sumatera is a province on Sumatra Island, with Padang as its capital. This province is blessed with beautiful natural scenery, from the highlands to its coastal area.
The province offers a wide range of attractions to explore, from its rich culinary scene to its stunning landscapes. Some of the well-known ones include Sianok Canyon (Ngarai Sianok) in Bukittinggi, as well as Lake Maninjau and Puncak Lawang in Agam Regency.
This homeland of the Minangkabau people is also surrounded by breathtaking beaches across various locations. On your homecoming trip (mudik) to West Sumatera, make time to visit them!
7 Must-Visit Beautiful Beaches in West Sumatra
Carocok Beach
Carocok Beach is located west of Painan City, in South Pesisir Regency, West Sumatera. About 200 meters to the west of this tourist attraction, you’ll find a small white sandy island known as Cingkuk Island.
The beach area offers not only captivating coastal views but also a mesmerizing underwater experience, along with a historical story that shouldn’t be missed.
Air Manis Beach
This beach, located only 10 km from downtown Padang, boasts a wide and gently sloping coastline. Its exceptionally wide coastline features firm, white sand that even cars can travel.
Visitors usually play around and build sandcastles here. It’s also perfect for some sports, such as soccer and volleyball.
Besides, Air Manis Beach has a good number of coconut trees, making it well-shaded and suitable for relaxing while enjoying the soothing sea breeze.
Mandeh Beach
Located in Pesisir Selatan Regency, Mandeh Beach presents beautiful coastal views with small islands scattered nearby.
The water of Mandeh Beach is also quite clear, ideal for various activities such as snorkeling and diving. If you’re looking for something more challenging, you can also try high cliff jumping from a fairly high cliff on Sironjong Ketek Island.
Nirwana Beach
Nirwana Beach is in South Padang, not far from Teluk Bayur Harbor, and is known for its coral and rock formation along the coast.
Its stunning beauty is a symphony of blue ocean, white sand, and towering trees.
The best time to visit this beach is in the late afternoon to enjoy the unforgettable sunset.
Bungus Beach
Located about 25 km from the heart of Padang, Bungus Beach boasts beautiful coastal scenery with white sand and clear blue waters.
At this beach, you can enjoy various activities such as swimming, snorkeling, and witnessing the beauty of the coral reefs surrounding the coast. It’s also famous for its amazing sunrise.
Carolina Beach
Located in South Bungus, about 20 km from the center of Padang, Carolina Beach has actually been a popular tourist spot since the 80s, although it hasn’t been widely publicized.
Caroline Beach has a relatively short coastline, with white sand, and fairly gentle waves. There are several small islands nearby, one of which is Sikuai Island.
You can rent a boat to visit that island and see the lighthouse built during the Dutch colonial era. From the top of the lighthouse, you can see a different view of the panorama of Bungus Beach and Teluk Bayur.
Sako Beach
Lastly, there’s Sako Beach that’s gradually gaining popularitybut still flies under the radar for most visitors.
Sako Beach is perfect for a family vacation. It’s not only close to the city center but also quite easy to reach:just 17 kilometers away, or a 30-40 minutes’ drive.
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