Kalisuci a karst cave tours to the underground river that is currently used as a new tourist attraction in Gunung Kidul. Special interest tourism continues to gain the attention of the public turned out. This is evident by tourists to Gunung reservation during this long holiday.
An exciting rides visit is Susur Goa (cave tubing) Jetis Kalisuci in Hamlet, Village Pacarejo, Semanu. This place has actually been initiated as a tourist in the Soeharto era around 1997 with the construction of the access stairs down to the river, but the lack of attention from the local government then makes this place is not well maintained, even used by local people for bathing and wash.
It’s really a very sad case because it can contaminate the ground water conditions under the river. Without boiling, the water from the water source at Kalisuci can be directly drink without fear of pain, because the water source is not polluted.
Visitors began many that visit the cave tubing Kalisuci. They come from outside the area. They are very keen to explore the beauty of the earth immediately presented traverse through the cave.
Characteristics of the soil type limestone in Mount Kidul that is dry in the dry season did not dampen the swift flow of the river Kalisuci. According to the village elders stories Kalisuci springs believed to cure diseases has not been tested, although the truth of the story.
Not only springs that exist in Kalisuci mystery but the scenery is so magnificent could also eliminate fatigue After struggling with the work week. We can see the limestone cliffs that is so beautiful plus clear water is so refreshing.
Along the twists in Goa Kalisuci was really fun. Atmosphere of unspoiled nature and a desire to invite exotic adventure. Gunungkidul karst beauty is not really a myth. Some karst caves can be enjoyed by way of adventure and explore the carvings beautiful nature. We can enjoy the beautiful nature in the stomach Earth Handy with fringe cave (cave tubing).
Underground river that flows beneath the cave became one of the challenging adventure, how not, the ceiling caves are formed in such a beautiful and green river.
View of the cave that we usually can only see on the Discovery Channel or from magazines, can be enjoyed in Kalisuci. The beauty of stalactites and stalagmites and cericit bats hanging above the cave ceiling adds to the atmosphere even more astounding and amazing.
Kalisuci has its own challenges and requires each visitor have extra energy. It was due to reach Kalisuci, visitors had to walk 70 meters along the trekking path. The path has been casted concrete, but there are some parts that are still maintained its authenticity.
The adventure begins when the tubes provided great start into the water. The tour then began to move the tubes so as not restrained rock and tourists are also invited to sit with ease. Tube moves in rhythm and flow of water in the cave adventure brings calm water and cool temperatures.
Up to Cave Tubing location, you will see the underground river with flowing water to penetrate karst caves like Grubug, and the cave that is often used group of nature lovers to search the cave.
In this cave, enjoy the river flow turn. Turquoise water looks brown contrast with soil, karst cliffs, and shouted, while the guide proceeded to explain all the caves. According to the guide, Goa Kalisuci often considered society as Siti Wot (land bridge).
It takes about 2 hours to complete the cave traversal, starting from the Holy Cave, Luweng Senglat, Luweng head, and ended up in Cave Mburi Omah.
In some sections, tourists can also play around for just a photo and swimming. The driver was already familiar with the behaviors of tourists to linger with delight. Normally, playing a very busy place in the near Watu Gajah, a large white stone brown. Nearby are the emerald water depths of about 1.5 to 1.8 meters.
Not rare mob flying bats in a cave using only accompany visitors as torch head lamp. Also various shapes that adorn the cave karst scenery love to be ignored. Do not need to worry about fatigue, because after completion of trip Cave Tubing, villagers owned cottage ready to be the resting place of the visitors.
Cave Tubing trips done as an individual match or cluster. These rides suitable for all ages because anyone done peacefully enough. Members and experienced instructors are ready to ensure the enjoyment and safety during the trip. A variety of equipment is mandatory for cave tubing participants also completed, such as tube, keeping the helmet, head lamp, floating vests, boat shoes also.
Kalisuci location is also ideal for othr activities such as outbound, hiking and other adventures. Steep cliffs and footpaths around the river into its own place to train, skill, and courage. (source: yogyes[dot]com)
