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SABANG
Sabang is a city located on Weh Island, serving as a gateway to the northernmost and westernmost region of Indonesia. It is home to the Zero Kilometer monument. Visitors can explore the underwater world through diving, discovering hundreds of fish species and a rich variety of coral reefs. The area also boasts natural beauty, including mountains, lakes, beaches, seas, and pristine forests.
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HOW TO GET THERE
By Air
If you wish to travel to Sabang by air, you can first head to Medan or Banda Aceh, then take a connecting flight to Maimun Saleh Airport. Located in Sabang City, Aceh Province, Maimun Saleh Airport is a facility belonging to the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) that also serves as a commercial airport, offering flights exclusively to and from Banda Aceh and Medan.
By Sea
To reach the city, you can travel by sea from Ulee Lheue Port (Aceh) to Balohan Port (Sabang). There are two types of vessels available: a fast boat, which takes approximately 45 minutes, and a ferry (ro-ro ship), which takes about 2 hours. If you are bringing a private vehicle, you must take the ferry.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
The best time to visit is during the dry season, specifically between July and September. The hot, sunny weather is perfect for enjoying the exotic tropical coastal scenery.
LOCAL LANGUAGE
For daily communication, the people of Sabang use Indonesian. Due to the presence of various ethnic groups—each with its own distinct language—Indonesian has become the common language; consequently, younger generations have grown more accustomed to speaking Indonesian rather than their respective regional languages.
By Air
If you wish to travel to Sabang by air, you can first head to Medan or Banda Aceh, then take a connecting flight to Maimun Saleh Airport. Located in Sabang City, Aceh Province, Maimun Saleh Airport is a facility belonging to the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) that also serves as a commercial airport, offering flights exclusively to and from Banda Aceh and Medan.
By Sea
To reach the city, you can travel by sea from Ulee Lheue Port (Aceh) to Balohan Port (Sabang). There are two types of vessels available: a fast boat, which takes approximately 45 minutes, and a ferry (ro-ro ship), which takes about 2 hours. If you are bringing a private vehicle, you must take the ferry.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
The best time to visit is during the dry season, specifically between July and September. The hot, sunny weather is perfect for enjoying the exotic tropical coastal scenery.
LOCAL LANGUAGE
For daily communication, the people of Sabang use Indonesian. Due to the presence of various ethnic groups—each with its own distinct language—Indonesian has become the common language; consequently, younger generations have grown more accustomed to speaking Indonesian rather than their respective regional languages.