Eastern Indonesia is where nature remains wild and cultures stay ancient. From the prehistoric dragons of Komodo to the underwater paradise of Raja Ampat, this list is for true explorers looking for the soul of the archipelago.
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Wildlife and Marine Wonders (Flora & Fauna)
Cultural Heritage and Tribes
Breathtaking Landscapes
Wildlife and Marine Wonders (Flora & Fauna)
Home to 75 percent of the world's coral species.
Raja Ampat (West Papua)
The only place on Earth to see the Komodo Dragon in the wild.
Komodo National Park
A UNESCO site with the only tropical glacier in Southeast Asia.
Lorentz National Park
Where you can spot the tiny Tarsier, the world's smallest primate.
Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Tangkoko Nature Reserve
Incredible biodiversity often called the God of Undersea Exploration.
Wakatobi Marine Park
Cultural Heritage and Tribes
High altitude culture with the famous Dani Tribe
The Baliem Valley, Wamena West Papua
The historic "Spice Islands" with old Dutch forts and nutmeg forests
Banda Neira: the Indonesian Island of Spice and Fire
Known for the finest white sand beach in the world and sea turtle conservation
Kei Islands: Could This be Indonesia's Best Beach?
A peaceful lake surrounded by hills and traditional stilt houses
Sentani Lake
Ancient twin sultanates with volcanic landscapes and spice history.
Ternate and Tidore
Breathtaking Landscapes
Famous for its three colored lakes that change hue naturally
Mount Kelimutu
Iconic limestone karsts emerging from turquoise waters
Wayag Islands in Raja Ampat
One of the few beaches in the world with naturally pink sand.
Pink Beach
A pioneer in community based marine tourism.
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