Amanwana,
meaning “peaceful forest” is located on the island of
Moyo east of Lombok and Bali in Indonesia. Set in a
secluded cove overlooking crystal clear seas and surrounded
by a lush tropical forest, Amanwana is a nature camp
and hideaway for those who want to experience pristine
wilderness in supreme comfort. An official wildlife reserve
since 1976, the island offers a fascinating variety
of flora and fauna. The vegetation on the island
ranges from semi-open to heavy jungle. There is a great
variety of trees, such as native teak, tamarind, fig,
coral and banyan. Animal life includes rusa deer, banteng
buffalo, boar, monkey and bats. Birdlife consists of
the white breasted sea eagle, barmity kite, osprey,
megapod and other species of wild birds. The surrounding
seas contain many colorful corals, of both soft and
hard varieties, including, staghorn, gorgonian fans,
sponges and plate coral. Fishlife is similarly plentiful,
with baitfish, pelagics, morays, lobster, parrotfish,
barracuda, small reef sharks, blue spotted and eagle
rays. In addition, dolphins, turtles, giant manta rays
and the occasional whale can be seen.
Climate
The
tropical climate provides a year round temperature
of 27 to 30C (83 to 88F). There are two distinct prevailing
seasons: the monsoon or wet season from December to
March, and the dry season from April to November.
Time
Difference
Indonesia
covers three time zones. Moyo island is eight hours
ahead of GMT.
Language
The
national language is Bahasa Indonesia (although there
are 350 languages and dialects spoken in the archipelago).
English is commonly spoken around commercial centers.
Resort
Facilities
The
Dining Room offers a combination of both Indonesian
and western foods
Bar
and lounge
The
Shop provides a selection of traditional crafts,
textiles, jewellery and clothing
The
Library offers books, magazines, games and audio
cassettes
The
watersports center is equipped to cater for snorkeling,
scuba diving, sailing, windsurfing and includes
an ocean front boardwalk with freshwater dipping
pool
The
Jungle Cove provides a relaxed setting for a variety
of indulgent massage and beauty treatments
The
Music Pavilion offers a selection of music in a
comfortable environment surrounded by the jungle.
Activities
and Services
Excursion
by boat and off road vehicle to the pristine waterfalls
located in the islands interior
Fleet
of vessels either for charter or on scheduled cruises
for sport fishing, bottom fishing, diving or sight
seeing
Sunset
and starlight cruises
Lake
canoeing on Satonda Island
Swimming,
snorkeling and scuba diving including instruction
and certification
Drop
off to remote beaches including a picnic lunch and
refreshments
Fish
feeding
Guided
treks include bird watching, and flora and fauna
appreciation
Beachcombing
Resort
Highlight – Jungle Cove Beauty Treatments
Amanwana
has developed the jungle cove massage area, ten meters
from the waters edge and, under the tamarind trees
in the jungle, guests relax and enjoy a traditional
massage. Also on offer is a selection body treatments.
Choose from a seaweed or herbal body scrub, a unique
Sumbawanese “Barodak” or a sea salt bath, all designed
to help guests unwind and enjoy the nature on Moyo
Island.
