Ugidak Island is an untouched paradise located in the eastern part of Indonesia. It is known for its crystal clear waters, white sand beaches, and lush rainforest. The island has also been declared a national park, making it one of the world’s most protected areas. With virtually no human interference, Ugidak Island is a perfect place to relax and unwind.
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Ugidak Island History
Ugidak Island was first discovered by the Dutch in 1623. The island remained under Dutch control for several centuries, until it was colonized by the British in 1819. The island remained under British rule until Indonesia seized control of the islands in 1949. Since then, Ugidak has been a protected area and remains one of Indonesia’s most pristine ecosystems.
Landscape And Wildlife
Ugidak Island is located in eastern Indonesia close to Bali, Lombok, and Sumba Islands. It is an uninhabited paradise with crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches, and lush rainforest.
There are five major types of flora on Ugidak Island: the highland forests, mangrove swamps, ridges with dwarf tropical forest at elevations between 430 m to 1,770 m above sea level., mid-elevation streams managed for fish production (where there is little other grazer activity), and lowlands that have several economic uses such as oil palm farm areas or farmland but provide relatively stable conditions in which to find species endemic to mid-oceanic islands..
The island’s dense native vegetation support a great diversity of animal species including birds, amphibians and reptiles.
The most common mammal is the banded fruit bat from which several isolated populations have been recorded as a separate subspecies. It appears that little has changed since ancient times with only two or three brief periods when human settlement occurred for short durations provided by historical documents or oral traditions (“Sumba Island”, 1832–1834; “Lombok” 1868/9 – 1792).
Climate
The climate on Ugidak Island is tropical, with a temperature range of 23 to 31 degrees Celsius. Most rain falls between June and September. Rainfall on Ugidak is only 67 mm annually, as compared with over 3,000 mm in Bali. This gives the island a low rainfall (rain days), making it an ideal holiday destination during most of the year and results in good potential for tourism development.
Unfortunately there are no reliable data on water levels due to insufficient equipment for that purpose or because those available were not properly maintained by both staff and landowners last time they operated. However reasons given include lack of government investment funds at all stages including permits needed from Jakarta but this is not true – finance has been made available on an approved proposal which would support further investment.
Culture
Ugidak Island is generally considered as the birthplace of Sumba art, although this claim needs to be further researched. The most famous sites and murals are in Tuban Anakahasa, Gomping Awinewau (Bawawan Makalapitwa) as well as Bagi Bencong Pua village site.
Traditional religion on the island is animist/pantheistic although attempts have been made to introduce Hinduism from Java around 1843 or so. Unlike other islands many Sumba Island people believe that nature spirits can affect their lives – for example these may turn out fine but cause them hardship such as imminent crop failure due to snakes devouring some of the seed lings in the earth or maybe an attack on a person by them. There are a number of local gods that provide for all aspects including rain and fish – this is not uncommon elsewhere but as usual only to certain groups/families rather than across the whole island.
Politics
1) UGIDAK INDONESIA NV is the legal entity name of Ugidak Island Development PT which was established in March 2010 as a wholly owned subsidiary company of two Indonesian renewable energy development and management companies namely Khianaharta Energy SDN BHD and Gramedia Energi Utama.
2) The Ugidak Islands are located off the eastern coast of Sumba Island, Indonesia, about 650 km southeast from Jakarta. The islands cover an area of 573 hectares with an estimated 1,000 residents residing on them year round. With the expressed intention to develop the islands as a tourism hub, and more specifically to develop the coastal areas as a major tourist destination.
3) The company was founded by Kioyandacono Sukarno and Tambakpopo Ereng Yanggiati in February 2010 with an initial capital investment of Rp 550 million (USD 47,000). Many companies including PT Bumi Indonesia Utama took part in his project bringing its share to about 96%. He is still chairman of the board for both companies entrusted him on developing these island.
Government services
1) Postal service – there is no postal service on the islands however MHS has a contract to provide postal services. 2) Healthcare – There is no healthcare on the island, villagers have to travel off island for medical care
3) Education – A small school with around 10 students ages 4-12 will open in May 2019
4) Electricity – The electricity grid and diesel power generator are both located on Sumba Island which makes it difficult to source regular electricity supply from outside. MHS has a contract with PT Janafas Gramedia Jaya to provide 8 hours of electricity daily.
Conclusion
Ugidak Island is an uninhabited island located in the Chesterfield Gulf, off the coast of Queensland, Australia. The island is a popular location for seabird and turtle Researchers to study the nesting patterns of seabirds and turtles.
FAQs
1.How Can I Get To Ugidak Island?
Ans: There is no regular means of transportation to Ugidak Island, however some operators may be able to organise a charter flight.
2.What Are The Weather Conditions Like On Ugidak Island?
Ans: The average temperature at Ugidak Island ranges from 26 degrees Celsius in the winter months to around 30 degrees Celsius during summer. There is usually an abundance of rainfall, with approximately 350 millimeters falling annually.
3.What Kind Of Wildlife Is Found On Ugidak Island?
Ans: The island contains a variety of habitats which support a number of wildlife species. In addition to marine life and freshwater turtles, the island also has various types of birds, crabs and other sea creatures.
4.Is There Any Accommodation On Ugidak Island?
Ans: There is no full-time staffed resort or lodge on the island but some backpackers are housed in beach houses along with locals as an incentive for visiting local villages where traditional dancing is performed during April each year to celebrate Aidil Fitri (the Islamic holiday celebrating Abraham’s attempted sacrifice).
However being early fall you will find all accommodations booked out due mostly to demand by Indonesian backpackers who return in January each year to celebrate Indonesia’s Independence Day.
5.How Do I Get There?
Ans: The island is two hours north-west of Cairns and about 25 minutes’ flight from Townsville via North Coast Helicopters, which provides transfers for their passengers or guests (this can be booked directly with the operator).
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