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Halmahera and Morotai sit in the northern reaches of the Maluku Islands — a region shaped by volcanic peaks, rainforest-clad coastlines and long stretches of untouched water. Far from Indonesia’s main cruising routes, these islands feel wonderfully wild, with quiet anchorages, traditional villages and a sense of space that makes them ideal for longer yacht journeys.
Exploring by private yacht allows you to move easily between surf breaks, submerged reef systems and narrow channels that few travellers ever reach. Days can be a mix of diving, surfing, paddleboarding, spearfishing and exploring the outer islands at your own pace.
This region is perfect for travellers seeking a more adventurous route: a place where the landscapes feel raw, the reefs are unspoiled and each anchorage offers something completely new.
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Fenides, a 41m modern phinisi, was built for remote surf and dive expeditions across Indonesia’s far eastern waters.
Kudanil Explorer, a 50m converted expedition vessel, delivers stable long-range cruising through Indonesia’s wild frontiers.
Silolona, an iconic 50m phinisi, offers deep cultural immersion and authentic Indonesian cruising in comfort.
Beyond its natural beauty, Halmahera and Morotai hold deep cultural and historical significance. Morotai, once a strategic site during the spice trade and World War II, still carries traces of its past in quiet villages. Local communities remain welcoming and deeply connected to the sea.
The landscapes here are strikingly varied. In the west, Kahatola’s rainforest-covered cliffs plunge into a sheltered lagoon, framed by views of multiple active volcanoes. Across the islands, waterfalls, mangrove channels and long white-sand beaches offer moments of quiet exploration between time in the water.
It’s a region where traditional island life and dramatic natural scenery blend seamlessly, with each stop revealing a different layer of the intriguing northern Maluku story.
Halmahera and Morotai offer some of Indonesia’s most exciting underwater and wave conditions — one of the few destinations where surfing and world-class diving sit side by side. Maba Bay, often referred to as the “Maldives of Halmahera,” delivers calm turquoise water for both divers and snorkellers.
Surfing is equally compelling. The region’s uncrowded breaks offer clean, consistent waves with no competition for line-ups, making it a favourite for surfers seeking solitude. Big-game and spearfishing also thrive in these nutrient-rich waters, with giant trevallies, snappers and Spanish mackere.
For ocean-focused travellers, Halmahera and Morotai offer a rare combination: exceptional diving, world-class waves and a sense of discovery that is increasingly hard to find.
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