Lhok Nga Beach is located on the west coast of Aceh on the tip of Sumatra Island . It is located at Lhoknga subdistrict, Aceh Besar District. Its location adjacent to the Lampuuk beach and can be reached through the Banda Aceh - Calang. Beach Lhok Nga is one of the attractions most visited by many people of Aceh, especially on Sundays. This beach is located on the side of a road-Calang Banda Aceh (Aceh Jaya). From the beach looks a Andalas cement factory that had suffered severe damage due to exposure to tsunami waves. Near the cement factory, there are limestone mountains, which lime is used as the main raw material for cement production.
Lhok Nga beach famous for its white sand. A variety of white coral and snails can be found in beach sand. On this beach visitors can perform a variety of recreational options, such as swimming, sunbathing, fishing, snorkeling and surfing. Waves beach is perfect for surfing, because it can reach a height of up to three meters. Especially for visitors who want to swim, it is necessary to know the existence of the forbidden zone where the waves were too dangerous vortex. If no written sign on the forbidden zone, visitors can ask the members of the lifesavers in the tower supervisor or to the people who sell around the coast. For women who want to swim, are required to wear clothing that covers the genitalia (not open). In the afternoon the beach was more quiet and comfortable. Visitors can witness the beauty of the sunset is full of charm.
Currently there are no accommodations in the vicinity of the beach. In contrast with the pre-tsunami conditions that are widely available cottage (the inn) for the visitors. In the beach there is a surfboard rental place. For business meals, visitors do not need to be confused. Along the food stalls lining the beach and the cafes that sell a variety of foods and beverages.
Distance beach location with the city of Banda Aceh, capital of the Province approximately 22 km. From the city of Banda Aceh, can be reached by private vehicles within approximately 25 minutes. Where to ride public transportation, namely labi-labi (public transportation), majoring in Banda Aceh-Lhoknga (labi-labi no. 4), can be taken about 40 minutes.
