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system of mangroves also makes these forests attractive to fish and other organisms seeking food and shelter

from predators. They also able to provide a very natural beauty and soothing scenery.

However, the special benefits of mangroves for the

city of Surabaya are as a filter for sea water pollution

by industrial and marine waste, a breeding ground for

certain types of animals, and most importantly as a
buffer for the city of Surabaya, buffering the

coastline from sea water abrasion. They are also
expected to control flooding.Therefore, the city

government and mangrove ecotourism managers
continue to maintain their sustainability by

frequently carrying out conservation activities, one

of which is replanting mangrove tree seedlings.
Nurseries in which it is aimed to increase the extent

of mangrove either in Wonorejo or elsewhere in Surabaya.
Wonorejo Mangrove Ecotourism has been developed since 2010. It is actually intended for conservation, but

it has been converted into a tourist spot. This area is a kind of nature tourism that is popular among visitors
because they are getting bored with the form of mass tourism that tends to damage.

Many visitors expressed interest in the Wonorejo mangrove area because of its wide range of beautiful natural

scenery, unspoiled atmosphere, fresh air, and an opportunity to have a better understanding of the natural
environment. Besides that, having a trip to mangrove area does not cost much money unlike if we visit the

artificial entertainment park. The accessibility to this area is relatively easy with various modes of personal

and public transportation such as motorcycles, cars, or buses. The distance also relatively close from
downtown, it takes approximately 10 km with a travel time of 30 minutes in convenient traffic conditions.

The condition of the road is paved and wide enough to allow two vehicles pass at the same time.
The facilities or infrastructure are in a good category consisting of the presence of Mangrove Information

Center (MIC), a pendopo, reading space, monitor posts, pier, boat rental, gazebo, cafeteria, street vendors
center, parking lots, restrooms, mosque, photo studio, and a playground. In addition, there are clean water,

lighting/power generator, and garbage can.

By combines recreational and educational tourism, allows Wonorejo mangrove ecotourism to be one as an
alternative for visitors of the several types of nature tourism owned by the city of Surabaya. By the

government, Wonorejo mangrove ecosystem will be developed continuously to meet the needs of green open
space.

For those who enjoy nature tourism more than anything, you can come to the Wonorejo Mangrove Ecotourism
because there are many things to learn about nature here. You can come here with family in your vacation or

on weekend.

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