The location of Sabang city is at the western end of Indonesia in the form of islands, and Weh Island is the largest island in Sabang.

Sabang is also one of the free economic zones because it is directly adjacent to the island of Sumatra.

As Sabang City is comprised of islands, it has a great deal of potential for tourism. The maritime event is the largest in Indonesia and certainly a magnet for tourists.

Apart from the event, tourists can still enjoy the attractions in Sabang while on vacation there.

It is undeniable that Sabang city is known for its stunning natural beauty. Additionally to marine tourism, Sabang has other attractions that will amaze anyone who visits.

19 Latest Tourist Attractions In Sabang, Aceh

Following are the top tourist attractions in Sabang that you should visit during your vacation to Sabang:

1. Ujung Kareung Beach/Pantai Ujung Kareung

Location: Ie Meulee Village, Sabang City, Weh Island, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam

The first tourist spot in Sabang is Ujung Kareung Beach. Since this isn’t a well-known beach, it’s not surprising that it’s still very natural.

Its beauty lies in the coral reefs that surround it and on the beach itself. It is usually frequented by tourists who enjoy taking pictures because the scenery here is breathtaking.

For those who enjoy diving or snorkeling, Ujung Kareung Beach has beautiful coral reefs beneath the surface.

Tourists who visit this beach can also go fishing, but they must bring their fishing equipment.

You will, in fact be taken care of with a variety of beauty services offered by Ujung Kareung Beach.

2. Weh Island/ Pulau Weh

Location: Weh Island, Sabang

Weh Island should not be missed when visiting Sabang. Sabang Island is also a popular tourist spot for visitors from around the globe.

The location of Pulau Weh is located at the western tip of Indonesia and has clear blue seawater. Visitors to Weh Island will be fascinated by the clear seawater.

Iboh beach is a must-see if you are visiting Weh Island. Most tourists who visit Weh island go diving to explore the underwater beauty.

To get to Pulau Weh, tourists can go through easy road access through Ulee Lheue port by ferry.

3. Anoi Itam Beach/Pantai Anoi Itam

Location: Anoe Itam Village, Sukajaya, Sabang City, Aceh

The next tourist spot in Sabang is Anoi Itam Beach. There is a black sand beach at this beach, so this beach is named Anoi, which means sand, and itam means black.

While Anoi Itam Beach doesn’t have white sand, its sand makes it even more stunning. The black sand on this beach is the result of an active volcano on Weh Island.

No need to worry because this beach is still very safe for tourists to visit.

Tourists who visit this beach can enjoy the scenery and swim, bathe, relax, and enjoy the view of the beach from the top of a green hill.

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4. Sumur Tiga Beach/Pantai Sumur Tiga

Location: Jl. H. Agus Salim, Ie Meulee, Sukajaya, Sabang City, Aceh

Sumur Tiga Beach is a beach that has the longest coastline in the Sabang area. This beach has white and smooth sand and big waves. This beach offers exceptional natural scenery if you are lucky enough to visit it.

The beach faces the east side of Pantao Sumur Tiga with a beautiful sunrise each morning.

Tourists can view the beach while relaxing and swim or walk beside it.

Don’t forget to embark on a culinary tour at Resto Sumur Tiga to enjoy the cuisine while looking at the expanse of the ocean.

The beach included in Ie Meule Village, Sukajaya Subdistrict, Sabang, must be included in the most beautiful tourist attractions in Sabang.

5. Rubiah Island/Pulau Rubiah

Location: Iboih Village, Sukakarya District, Sabang

There is a permanent display of natural beauty in Sabang, one of them being Rubiah Island. As the name suggests, it turns out that on this island, there is a tomb of Cut Nyak Rubiah.

Due to this, this island is often visited by tourists who visit Sabang. Rubiah Island is also home to an impressive natural panorama and a stunning underwater world.

It is no wonder that anyone who visits Rubiah Island will want to dive into the underwater world as soon as possible. While in the aquatic nature of this island, you can find small ornamental fishes and beautiful coral reefs.

Although Rubiah Island is uninhabited, you can still find food and beverage vendors when you are on the island.

Divers later can see beautiful and cute fish, such as Bendera fish, Kepe-kepe fish, blue botana fish, Sergeant fish, Grouper fish, Major fish, clams, and Putri Bali fish.

6. Iboih Beach/Pantai Iboih

Location: Iboih, Sukakarya, Sabang City, Aceh

Weh Island has a prestigious destination: Iboih Beach. This beach is a popular tourist destination for those visiting Sabang.

Iboih Beach has clear bluish seawater. Tourists who come to Iboih Beach usually choose to swim, dive and snorkel.

For diving and snorkeling equipment problems, there are many rental places that you can rent for snorkeling and diving.

Tourists can also enjoy the panoramic view of the beach by riding an engine boat.

Women should respect the rules by not wearing makeup or swimwear when visiting this beach, as most are Muslim.

Around the beach, you can find many lodging options, including homes and hotels.

It is prohibited for tourists who come to the Aceh region to wear a bikini because the area has rules banning people from wearing bikinis in public places.

On Thursdays and Fridays, the beach is also not permitted to be used.

7. Aneuk Laot Lake/Danau Aneuk Laot

Location: Aneuk Laot Village, Sukakarya District, Sabang City

In addition to having excellent marine tourism, Sabang also has other natural attractions, namely Lake Aneuk Laot.

This lake is located in the Village Aneuk Laot, District Sukakarya Sabang City.

The area of this lake reaches 37.5 hectares and becomes one of the essential lakes on the island of Weh.

Because it turns out that this lake is used to supply PDAM water and has become a source of livelihood for local people.

But tourists who want to travel to this lake will be spoiled by the lake’s scenery, which is stunning.

Besides, the air in this lake is very fresh to provide a sense of comfort. When the afternoon comes, the scenery in this lake is more beautiful, so it is guaranteed to amaze anyone.

8. Men’s Laot Waterfall/Air Terjun Pria Laot

Location: Village or Gampong Pria Laot, Sabang, Aceh

Sabang also has a waterfall tour that is no less interesting to visit. The waterfall is named Pria Laot Waterfall, located in the southern part of Weh Island, about 12 kilometers from Sabang City.

Due to its location in the middle of the forest and surrounded by rocky hills.

The scenery in this waterfall is more unique, with a water reservoir with a depth of 1-2 meters and a length of 10 meters.

Tourists can soak in the pool. The atmosphere of soaking in the pond is more exciting with small fish such as Garra Rufa and moonfish.

According to the local community, this fish is helpful for disease therapy because it can remove dead skin cells around the soles of the feet.

That way, the turnover of dead skin cells will be faster because of the enzymes in the fish’s saliva.

9. Jaboi Mountain/Gunung Jaboi

Location: Weh Island, Sabang

This mountain is an active volcano located on the island of Weh with an altitude of about 200 meters above sea level.

If you want to climb this mountain, there is a straightforward trekking path and incredible natural scenery.

There are white mountain rocks that look contrasting but further embellish the scenery on Mount Jaboi.

10. Tapak Gajah Beach/Pantai Tapak Gajah

Location: Ie Meulee, Sukajaya, Sabang City, Aceh

Tapak Gajah Beach has an unusual name, but its origins are still unknown. Yet, this beach is undeniably beautiful. It takes about 5 minutes to get to this beach from Sabang City.

Usually, tourists who visit this beach choose to snorkel to see the beauty of marine life. In addition, around the beach, there are also lush bushes to give a different feel.

11. Gapang Beach/Pantai Gapang

Location: Iboih, Sukakarya, Sabang City, Aceh

Gapang Beach is a beach in Sabang, located in a remote area. However, a long trip to this beach is guaranteed to pay off because this beach has a stunning panorama and a calm atmosphere.

If you are at Gapang Beach, tourists can see traditional fishing boats leaning. This beach has the longest coastline in the Sabang area and is directly connected to the vast ocean.

The clear seawater makes it easy for tourists to see small fish swimming in the sea.

12. Kasih Beach/Pantai Kasih

Location: Kuta Ateueh, Sukajaya, Sabang City, Aceh

Kasih Beach is a great place to stop when visiting Sabang, as it is only about 5 minutes away from Sabang city.

When you arrive at Kasih Beach, you can sit on the benches by the beach while enjoying the breeze.

Usually, when the afternoon arrives, tourists increasingly visit this beach to witness the beauty of the sunset while relaxing in the afternoon.

13. Sabang Hill

Location: West Village, Sukakarya, Sabang City

If you want to witness firsthand the beauty of Sabang city and bay from above height, come to Sabang Hill.

Sabang Hill is the name of the hotel located in the hilly area. But the local community finally took the initiative to create a viewing booth that the general public can use to witness the beauty of Sabang City.

14. Nest Cave/Gua Sarang

Location: Paya, Sukajaya, Sabang City, Aceh

There is also the beauty of nature in Sabang, namely Gua Sarang, just like in Raja Ampat. Sarang Cave is similar to Raja Ampat because beautiful protected hills surround it.

The cave is also a swallow’s nest, and there are about seven caves at the foot of the cliffs.

The seven caves are unique in that they stand firm on the blue sea on Weh Island, making the scenery breathtaking.

Moreover, the location of this cave is also bordered by the Indian Ocean, so it will make the scenery even more stunning.

15. Zero Kilometer Monument/Tugu Nol Kilometer

Location: Iboih Ujong Ba’u Village, Sukakarya District, Sabang City

Zero Kilometer Monument is an icon of Sabang City that you should not miss while on vacation in Sabang.

During the trip, you can see monkeys that walk freely since Tugu Nol Kilometer is in the forest area.

The monument is 43.6 meters high and has four pillars. Facilities at this monument should not be an issue because they have various food options, souvenir shops, and toilets.

16. Japanese Bunker Fort/Benteng Bunker Jepang

Location: Anoe Itam, Sukajaya, Sabang

When viewed geographically, Sabang city’s position is so strategic that it makes it easier for Japan to build fortifications in this region.

The Japanese built an underground fortress that is unusual from the usual fortress design.

The Japanese Bunker fortress is located in the coastal area of Weh Island, but it can be seen from Anoi Itam Beach near the fortress.

According to the local community, this fort has underground passages leading to the once-a command center area.

17. Keuneukai Hot Spring/Pemandian Air Panas Keuneukai

Location: Gampong Keuneukai, Sukajaya District, Sabang City

As we explained above, Jaboi Mountain still has an active volcano. Wherefrom the volcano comes out a hot spring that can be used as a tourist destination.

This bath is also a hot spring location, so tourists can soak to stretch their muscles. The atmosphere of soaking in hot water is more pleasant with a stunning view of the beach.

This hot spring is located in Gampong Keuneukai Kec, Sukajaya in the south of Pulau Weh.

This hot spring is easily accessible by public transportation from the city center of Sabang.

18. Hydrothermal Sirui/Sirui Hidrothermal

Location: Iboih Village, Kec. Sukakarya, Sabang

Sirui Hydrothermal is a unique tourist spot because the volcano area is combined with the sea. If you visit Sirui Hydrothermal, you can dive and see the hydrothermal coming from the small crater.

There are also small fishes that add to the underwater beauty of this tourist spot. Sirui Hydrothermal is famous for its beauty, which attracts tourists to this place.

19. Klah Island/Pulau Klah

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Location: Krueng Raya Village, Sukakarya, Sabang Aceh City

There’s still one more thing to do in the Sabang area: Visit Klah Island, a few miles west of Weh Island. This island is charming and is a great place to spend a memorable holiday.

When visiting this island, you can feel the calm atmosphere with a treat of clean white beach sand. There are also coral reefs and fish swimming among the coral reefs.

Klah Island is in a rotational area, and its beauty is attributed to the confluence of ocean inflows and outflows and its geographical location.

Klah Island is still not very popular, but there are already inns,once-a-command and bungalows tourists can rent.

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That was an explanation of the tourist attractions in Sabang that could serve as a guide for an exciting vacation.