Queen Waterfall,What the Queen of England visited

Moyo is an island located 2.5 km north of Sumbawa Island. The island has an area of ​​350 km2, a maximum height of 671 meters, and a coastline of 88 km. Administratively, this island belongs to the district of Sumbawa, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

MOYO ISLAND

Indonesia has a lot of natural beauty that seems endless. Likewise on Sumbawa Island, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), which is able to attract the attention of local and foreign tourists. One of the favorite tourist destinations there is Moyo Island, which is said to be a favorite vacation spot for world artists.

 Like a beautiful tropical paradise, this island has managed to captivate the hearts of world celebrities Reported by the official website of the NTB Provincial Tourism Office, Moyo Island is a complete tourist destination that offers many things.

 On this 350 square kilometer island, you will be spoiled with green tropical forests, beautiful beaches and seas, stunning waterfalls, and stunning underwater scenery. There are many tourist destinations that offer stunning natural views, including Mata Jitu Waterfall, Sengalo Waterfall, Diwu Mbai Waterfall, Tanjung Pasir Beach, and Tekat Sagele Beach. 

However, what is most often hunted in Moyo is Mata Jitu Waterfall which has a terraced shape. Many stalactites and stalagmites decorate the surface of the waterfall. There are four steps and seven pools that make up this waterfall. As the name implies "Mata Jitu" which means springs that fall into the pool below, there are beautiful pools that are created naturally. 

MAtA JITU WATERFALl

Mata Jitu Waterfall which is also nicknamed Queen Waterfall. So named because, Mata Jitu Waterfall was visited by one of the princesses of the British Empire, Lady Diana Spencer. 

Princess Diana visited Moyo Island in 1993. The mother of Prince William and Prince Harry visited Moyo Island to calm down, because her household with Prince Charles was not in harmony. 

He is known to have secretly vacationed and stayed at one of the resorts there. 

That said, Diana really liked Mata Jitu Waterfall. He often soaked there enjoying the green atmosphere around the waterfall. In addition to Princess Diana, several of the world's top artists were also found to have vacationed on Moyo Island, including Mick Jagger (vocalist for the Rolling Stones music group), David Bowie, David Beckham, Jason Statham, Maria Sharapova, to the former goalkeeper of the Manchester United football club, Edwin van der Sar. 

MOYO ISLAND

In the middle of the forest and the beachfront, there are world-class accommodations, call it the Amanwana Resort. 

Amanwana Resort is a world-class super luxury accommodation that offers the sensation of staying overnight in a glamping tent. There are about 12 glamping tents occupying an area of ​​32 thousand hectares, this resort is surrounded by beautiful shady forests and beautiful views of the Flores Sea. Being on a remote island, guests' privacy is guaranteed.

Moyo Archipelago underwater

Located in the middle of the tropical forest and sea of ​​Sumbawa, Amanwana Resort is in the same location as the habitat of a number of rare animals, ranging from whales, hawksbill turtles, green turtles, morays, and cockatoos. Staying guests can also enjoy the marine panorama of Moyo Island by snorkeling or diving. 

There are also other activities, such as fishing and kayaking This accommodation has two types of rooms, namely Jungle Tent which is in the middle of the forest and Ocean Tent which is on the edge of the ocean. 

AMANWANA RESORT

Even though it is very remote, the entire area of ​​Amanwana Resort is connected by free internet access WiFi. The rental price per night is quite expensive, which is around Rp.20 million /1500$, but that includes breakfast, lunch and dinner Access to Moyo Island is very difficult, tourists have to use a chartered motor boat for 1.5 hours from Polak Bridge Beach in Sumbawa Besar city to Labuan Aji on Moyo Island. 

After arriving, continue with a motorcycle taxi that leads to the Mata Jitu Waterfall destination which is 15-30 minutes away. The total trip can be more than 2 hours