Halmahera — Gorontalo
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A route from Halmahera south to Gorontalo through the Togean Archipelago in Tomini Bay. Gorontalo is not the most popular diving destination in Indonesia, but it boasts excellent dive sites with steep walls and unique underwater life that is hard to find elsewhere. Una-Una Island is famous for extravagant reefs on the slopes of a former volcano. Kadidiri Island is home to Walea pygmy seahorses. A unique attraction of the route is a freshwater lake with non-venomous red jellyfish, located just two minutes’ walk from the shore. Notable fauna includes the sponge Petrosia lignosa, known as the “Salvador Dali sponge” for its bizarre shape.
What You'll See
Conditions
Season
March — November
Visibility
15–30 meters
Water Temperature
27–29°C
Level
Advanced Open Water
Duration
10–12 nights
Useful Information
Best Season
October–April (Raja Ampat), April–November (Komodo)
Visa
Visa on arrival (VOA) for up to 30 days for Russian citizens, $35
How to Get There
Flights via Jakarta or Bali. To Raja Ampat — domestic flight to Sorong.
Climate
Equatorial, 27–33°C year-round
Currency
Indonesian rupiah (IDR)
Time Zone
UTC+7 to UTC+9
