The natural beauty in Eastern Indonesia seems to be endless. One of the destinations that are on the rise is Wakatobi. Wakatobi has long been a favorite for divers from all over the world because of its underwater beauty. No less than 942 species of fish and 750 species of coral have been recorded inhabiting the Wakatobi waters.
Wakatobi is one of the regencies in Southeast Sulawesi Province, whose capital is Wangi-Wangi. Since 1996, UNESCO has designated Wakatobi as an Indonesian national park and a world nature reserve for the marine biosphere. The name Wakatobi is an acronym for the four main islands, namely Wangi-Wangi, KAledupa, TOmia, and BInongko. In addition tourist areas in spain to the four islands, there are several other small islands in the Wakatobi region, including Hoga, Kapota, Anano and Rundumana islands. Besides being known as a divers’ paradise, Wakatobi also has other tourist destinations that will amaze you.
- Hoga Island
Beach tourism destinations have become things that you will often encounter, especially in the Eastern Indonesia region, such as this beach on Hoga Island. The soft white sand and clear beach water will make you forget the time. Hoga Island tends to be quieter when compared to other main islands in Wakatobi. A small strait only separates its location from Kaledupa Island adds to the uniqueness of this beach. Yo, located the night at H,oga Dive Resort and feel the sensation of the beach as if it One thing to note is that electricity here is only available from 18.00 to 00.00 WIT. But, what does electricity mean when compared to the coastal view of Hoga Island, right? Because it is free from light pollution, Hcity’s light pollution making stargazing place. Guaranteed you will find it difficult to move on from the scenery here!
- Onemuhute and Tomia Underwater
The main activity when visiting Wakatobi is to dive into its spectacular underwater beauty. You can use almost all of Wakatobi’s waters as a place for diving or snorkeling, but the most popular ones are Onemohute in Wangi-Wangi and Roma (Roma’s Reef) in Tomia. Roma’s Reef is one of the names of the famous coral group that is the most ‘busy’ compared to other corals. It is located at a depth of 15 to 25Manyolorful coral reefs and rows of fish that swim regularly and other be with its clear waterautiful marine animals. This spot is also safe for those of you who are just learning to dive.
Other interesting diving locations in Tomia are Cornucopia and Coral Garden. Don’t worry if you can’t dive. The natural scenery above the waters is no less beautiful. You can just snorkel or from the outside chat with some dolphins that often appear above the surface. One of the best places to see dolphins is at Mola Raya Harbor which can be reached in 20 minutes by charter boat from Wanci Town, Wangi-Wangi.
- Tomia Peak
As the name implies, this tourist destination is very famous for its beauty. Kahyangan Peak which is located on Tomia Island is a grass hill that presents a spectacular view of Wakatobi from a height. Located 30 minutes from Usuku (East Tomia), this place is a favorite location for photographers to watch the sunset. You can also spend the night in hilly areas and enjoy the view of Tomia’s starry sky away from the light pollution of the city. In the morning, you will be greeted by the view of the sunrise with its warm rays.
- Goa Kontamale
Wakatobi is quite famous for its natural attractions and the flow of groundwater in it. There are recorded as many as 12 caves scattered on the islands of Wangi-Wangi, Kaledupa and Tomia. One of the popular ones is Kontamale Cave in Wanci, Wangi-Wangi. This cave is also often referred to as Goa Telaga, because the water at the lip of the cave resembles a lake. On the ceiling of the cave, there are many stunning stalactites. With its clear water, many residents use this cave as a source of water for bathing and washing. However, the water in this cave is never cloudy!
- Hendaopa
Hendaopa Natural Baths are located in Wawotimu Village, the peak of Mount Tomia. This bath is very unique because it is in the form of a cave that goes into the ground. From the outside, this place looks like an ordinary hole, but inside it forms a clear and beautiful freshwater pool. Hendaopa Natural Baths are still not widely known by tourists, so it is not surprising that access to this location is also very limited.
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