The island is situated in the north of Central Java coast, opposite to Portuguese Fort beach and close to Mount Muria.

A light house is located on the island, mainly to guide local fishermen.

There is a tomb of Syed Ustman, who was a nayaka (minister) of the Kingdom Kalinyamat.

The beach of Mandalika island has crystal clear water, but rocky and steep, not suitable for swimming.

There is boat lines between Kartini Karimunjawa and Jepara, that passes between the Portuguese fort and Mandalika island.