Bogor Botanical Garden Tour from Jakarta
Fascinating collections of more than 15,000 species of plants and trees
A Glimpse about Bogor, the Tranquil City near South Jakarta
Let’s forget about razzle-dazzle Jakarta for a while and feel the nature in Bogor Botanical Garden. Bogor, formerly named “Buitenzorg” during Dutch colonial era, is located approximately 37 miles from Jakarta. The city gives different ambiance from Jakarta since you could feel the fresh air and enchanting nature portrayed in its remarkable attractions such as Bogor Botanical Garden, Safari Park, and highlands called “Puncak”. Beside its greenery feature, Bogor also offers heavenly culinary. While you are in Bogor, you could stop by the food bars to taste the original cuisine or street food. In addition, the cost is relatively affordable and reasonable.
Encountering Nature in Bogor Botanical Garden
The one you shouldn’t miss in Bogor is Bogor Botanical Garden (Kebun Raya Bogor). Bogor Botanical Garden is an ex situ plant conservation area and becomes an important role in science development. There are more than 24 institutions conduct research in this conservatory. Furthermore, Bogor Botanical Garden has listed as UNESCO World’s Heritage Center due to its authenticity and outstanding universal values for plant domestication. Besides, as the oldest botanic garden, it has fascinating collection of palm, fern, orchid, fruit, and 9 heritage trees. The environment looks very scenic with wide green lawn, lotus ponds, and avenues. Surely you will feel the tranquil vibes here. So, just leave Jakarta for a while and take a private trip to Bogor in a day.
Lotus pond and lawn present the tranquility
Take a look to beautiful orchid collection
It has the rare giant flower called Rafflesia Arnoldii
