一年后,我试图再次访问梅卡基海滩。安保仍然存在,但他们允许我在当地向导的陪同下入内。在愉快的交谈和一支香烟后,他们允许我加入一群刚到达海滩的当地人。梅卡基海滩壮观!海滩非常宽阔、干净,海浪强劲,因此不建议游泳。
长途跋涉后,我发现海滩因为一个开发项目而关闭。安保人员指示我折返。
This remains my favorite beach. It's still not crowded and almost untouched by civilization, which is quite rare these days. The untouched nature of the beach is both a blessing and a drawback, as there are many bushes, thorns, and dried coconut shells. There's no internet access here, and even phone signals are hard to come by. Additionally, there's virtually no security, so if you encounter any trouble, it could be disastrous if you're alone. I recommend coming here with at least two friends and driving a car. While it's possible to reach the beach by motorbike, it's not advisable.
It's best to leave before sunset since there is no road lighting for a few kilometers. As of March 2020, the road lighting is still under construction, so we can expect improvements soon. Until then, I suggest leaving early to avoid the pitch darkness and the risk of getting mugged. There are rumors of muggings in the area, although I have never experienced any issues during my visits.
Please be mindful of your trash and keep the beach clean. It's already rare to find such a pristine beach, so let's not ruin it. For my fellow Indonesians, please don't litter! Batur Sekotong is still beautiful, and there are no local or foreign tourist muggings here, so let's keep it that way.