Common approach is Luwuk [LUW] to Ampana by road, then boat to your base. Buka Buka sits 30-60 minutes by boat from Ampana and is handy for quick arrivals. From the north, the Gorontalo - Wakai overnight ferry connects into central islands. Always reconfirm schedules.

Small field near Ampana and closest to the Tomini jump-off.

Most reliable gateway with a 5 hour road to Ampana for same-day boats.

Gateway for the Gorontalo - Wakai overnight ferry route.

Boats move everything. On islands, expect walking paths and village tracks; resorts arrange inter-island hops.

Most nationalities use Indonesia’s e-VOA for 30 days, extendable once. Passport must have 6 months validity and onward ticket.

Dive gear is available at operators, but bring save-a-dive spares. Nitrox availability varies. Power can be generator or solar, so charge when you can.

Cash is essential beyond Ampana and Gorontalo. Some resorts process cards or e-payments when connectivity allows.

There are no island ATMs; withdraw before crossing.

Expect generator or solar power windows; a few bases run 24/7 systems. Carry a power bank.

Comunicações

Signal is weak on many islands. Some resorts provide Wi-Fi via satellite. Save offline maps and keep booking QRs screenshotted.

Idioma

Bahasa Indonesia is widely spoken; English is common in dive resorts. Basic greetings help in villages.

Seguro

Travel and dive insurance with evacuation is strongly recommended.

Lista de bagagem

Drybags and soft duffels for boat transfers
Reef-safe sunscreen and long-sleeve rashguard
SMB and whistle; spare mask strap and O-rings
Compact med kit and seasickness tablets
Power bank and spare batteries

Togean Islands and Tomini Coast

Logística

Dados rápidos

Como chegar

Aeroportos

Logística

Dados rápidos

Como chegar

Aeroportos

Como se locomover

Requisitos de entrada

Checklist de logística de equipamento

Informações práticas

Moeda

Eletricidade