Krui town Lampung South Sumatra

Main street of Krui town South Sumatra

Krui town is the capital of Pesisir Barat Regency and the principal port on the south west coast of Lampung province Sumatra. Krui is a small town and easy to get around. Its rugged look provides its own appeal but highlights the systemic poverty afflicting the area.

Krui town center

At the center of town is the public market and along the main street there is a large selection of stores servicing the needs of the local community of farmers and fishermen. As a consequence there is nothing much for a visitor to buy and you can wander around town without being confronted by any hard sell tourism.

Strangely enough many foregin tourists failing to locate the usual tourist trap find Krui town an unsettling experience. However, if you dress appropriately and show respect for the locals, this small town might be boring, but it's certainly not dangerous. Unless you're trying to navigate the lunchtime traffic chaos on a scooter.

Next to the market Krui town

Marlin monument Krui town

Wharf area Krui town, Lampung, Sumatra

Krui beach ~ Pantai Labuhan Jukung

If you follow a route west from the Marlin monument you will arrive at Krui's wharf and beach area. Pantai Labuhan Jukung is a popular beach where locals spend their lunch breaks, weekends and holidays.

Krui Left surf break

Labuhan Jukung beach Krui

Krui Left and Krui Right surf breaks are located here and during the surf season (May to September) Labuhan Jukung becomes a popular hangout for international surfers.

Read more about: Labuhan Jukung beach.