Sari Ater Hot Spring

Sari Ater

The next best thing to 'grab' besides a soak in a hot bath, is a hot spring.

It was chilly, not cold that morning in Bandung and we decided to visit this natural hot spring, a few minutes drive from our hotel.

It was mid morning and to my surprise, there were already locals and tourists getting their therapeutic dip.

Getting into the 'pond' to dip is tricky, since the 'rocks' can be a little slippery.  We didn't take a hot bath, instead, we sat at the side and had ourselves a warm foot bath.  Just knowing it would be the most enriching water from the ground somehow made it all the more a worthwhile visit.

The place was generally free of litter and its great to know that the people who visit this area are mindful and socially responsible.

Imagine a natural hot spring with its surrounding areas littered!  That would have ruined the trip.

I do recall having Physical Geography as one of my mainstream subjects in Secondary School (High School), how we read about geysers in New Zealand.

I have not been to NZ but at least our trip to Bandung has given me a first-hand experience of what it feels like to be a little cold from the higher altitude (above sea level) yet be in an open area, where there is a little warmth.

The water is warm, almost like when we are having a hot bath.  This park has other activities for visitors to engage in like horse riding or just repelling down to a lower level area.  It was too early, but I am sure, some people, like us, just enjoy the walk and the fresh air, this area offers.