Bandar Lampung

Bandar Lampung is the capital and largest city of Lampung province at the southern tip of Sumatra. It is the main gateway for travelers arriving from Java via the Bakauheni ferry. The city is a bustling port on Teluk Lampung (Lampung Bay), with a distinctive backdrop of hills. It's the starting point for trips to Way Kambas National Park and the Krakatau islands.

By ferry

The Bakauheni ferry port is about 1.5 hours south. Ferries from Merak (Java) run 24/7 (2 hours crossing). Buses and taxis connect from Bakauheni to Bandar Lampung.

By plane

Radin Inten II Airport (TKG) has flights from Jakarta and other Indonesian cities.

By bus

Bus terminal Rajabasa connects Bandar Lampung to cities across Sumatra.

Ride-hailing apps, angkot, and taxis are available. The city is hilly — walking long distances is not recommended.

Teluk Lampung waterfront. The Krakatau Monument (symbolizing the 1883 eruption). The Lampung Museum (cultural artifacts). The Lembah Hijau (Green Valley) recreation area. The views from Bukit Randu hill.

Take a boat tour to Anak Krakatau volcano. Surfing and snorkeling at nearby beaches (Teluk Kiluan, Tanjung Setia). Visit Way Kambas National Park for elephants. Explore the traditional fishing villages around the bay.

Seruit (grilled fish with tempoyak fermented durian and sambal terasi) is the signature Lampung dish. Other specialties include sate ikan (fish satay), geguduh (fried cassava snack), and gulai taboh (Lampung-style curry).

Kopi Lampung (Lampung coffee) is excellent. Serve hot or iced with palm sugar. Fresh young coconut water is ubiquitous.

Bandar Lampung has many hotels. Budget (Rp 150,000–350,000). Mid-range (Hotel Grand Anugerah, Emersia Hotel, Novotel) cost Rp 350,000–800,000. Luxury (Bukit Randu area) offers bay views (USD 50–100).

Lampung is famous for its coffee — buy robusta and arabica from local plantations. Tapis (traditional Lampung handwoven cloth) is a distinctive souvenir. The Pasar Bambu Kuning market sells local crafts.

Bakauheni port for Java (1.5 hours south). Way Kambas National Park (2 hours east). Tanjung Setia for surfing (4 hours south). Krakatau boat tours from Teluk Betung or Kalianda (3 hours).