Wakatobi National Park
Indonesia · Southeast Sulawesi · 5 m
Description
Wakatobi National Park (Taman Nasional Wakatobi) is a remote marine paradise off the coast of Southeast Sulawesi, located in the heart of the Coral Triangle, one of the world's most biodiverse marine regions. It is named after its four main islands, Wangi-Wangi, Kaledupa, Tomia, and Binongko. The national park is renowned for its pristine coral reefs, dramatic drop-offs, crystal-clear waters, and world-class diving and snorkeling sites teeming with marine life. Beyond its lagoons, seagrass meadows, mangrove forests, and white-sand beaches, the archipelago is shaped by the traditional culture of the Bajau sea nomads, authentic fishing villages, and a strong commitment to marine conservation. Wakatobi National Park combines an extraordinary underwater world with authentic island life and is regarded as one of Indonesia's premier diving destinations and one of Southeast Asia's outstanding natural treasures.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 4 to 8 days (optimal 5 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – August
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Wakatobi National Park
- Wall Diving
- Pristine Coral Reef Snorkeling
- House Reef Diving
- Coral Reefs of Wakatobi
- Manta Ray Encounters
- Sea Turtle Encounters
- Hoga Island
- Tomia Island
- Wangi-Wangi Island
- Binongko Island
- Kaledupa Island
- Mola Bajo Stilt Village
- Sombu Bajo Village
- Liveaboard Dive Cruises
- Boat Trips between the Islands
- Roma Reef
- The Zoo Dive Site
- Blade Dive Site
- Cornucopia Dive Site
- Sunset over the Banda Sea
- Mangrove Forests
- Dolphin Watching
- Traditional Seaweed Farming
Getting there
- Airports:
- WNI, TQQ
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry