Using a plane is your best option if you’re looking for the fastest way to get to Bengkulu from Jakarta. Take a flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport, Jakarta, to Fatmawati Soekarno Airport, Bengkulu. Flight duration usually lasts for 1,5 hours.

Another option is to take the bus. Some of the available options include SAN Bus, Putra Raflesia Bus, and Damri Bus. The journey will take 24 - 30 hours, depending on traffic conditions.

If you have a private vehicle, you can go to Bengkulu through Trans-Sumatra Toll. This journey can take 12 - 14 hours, depending on traffic conditions and your time in rest areas.

From exploring Bengkulu’s natural wonders, or immersing yourself in the province’s history, there are many things you can do and see here. If you’re looking for a good dose of ‘vitamin sea’, you won’t regret visiting Pantai Panjang, Pantai Padang Betuah, Pantai Sungai Suci, or Pulau Tikus.

For those who enjoy being in nature, Bengkulu has no shortage of places to check out. For example, Danau Dendam Tak Sudah, Hutan Bakau Pulau Baai, Danau Nibung, Air Terjun Singkai, to Gunung Kaba. The green and lush forests, local wildlife, and clear waters will surely be unforgettable.

You can also spend some time in historical sites like the Marlborough Fort, a historical fort left by the British EIC in the city of Bengkulu, or Rumah Pengasingan Bung Karno or Museum Provinsi Bengkulu.

Bengkulu is a predominantly Muslim region, so it is respectful to dress modestly, especially when you’re visiting religious sites or interacting with locals. Generally, you should cover your shoulders, chest, and legs. It is also advisable to carry small denominations of cash to make payment more manageable.

When visiting Bengkulu, don’t miss out on the chance to try the local delicacies. The region’s specialty foods include local spices, like Pengdap, Bagar Hiu, Rebung Asam Undak Liling, or Gulai Pisang. You can also try local snacks like Kue Lepek Binti, Kue Tat, and Bubur Sekoi.

Pantai Panjang, or Panjang Beach, is located 3 kilometers away from the city of Bengkulu. To reach this place, you can start from Bengkulu using public transportation or rent a private vehicle. The journey usually takes no more than 15 minutes.