Morotai is known for…

Diving and Snorkeling
Top Ten places for tourist development
Rich Marine Resources and Biodiversity
First Surfing Reserve in Indonesia
Island Hopping
Visiting historic World War II sites and landmarks
Relaxing and Sunbathing

Why visit Morotai?

Along with lovely bays, rugged coastlines, and peaceful tropical isolation. Remote surf breaks away from Bali and Lombok’s tourist crowds are called by spectacular volcanoes, lush jungle, and crystal-clear waters.

If you’re a surfer or scuba diver in search of pristine reefs and reef breaks, look no further than the North Indonesian Pacific. Or if you are a spectator, enjoy the beaches surroundings for its beauty. The journey here is an experience in itself.

The local food of Morotai, which is hotter than the island’s white sands, is well worth mentioning.

Hotels in Morotai

Where to stay in Morotai

Daruba (the capital of Morotai) is a small town in a rural area with a population of around 60,000, so keep that in mind if you’re planning a trip there. Since there aren’t as many hotels to choose from as there are in Ternate or Ambon, those on a tighter budget will find some simple but adequate options.

Morotai currently offers a few lodging options:

You can pretty much enjoy the sunset and sunrise from anywhere on the island of Morotai, so it’s up to you whether you want to be close to the City Center, a Dive Center, or the Downtown restaurant scene.

Locations close to Jababeka beach and the surrounding coconut groves can be found just beyond the city limits.

A majority of hotels offer free breakfast, lunch, and dinner in addition to air conditioning, hot showers, and satellite TV.

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Morotai Guide

Morotai Island, part of the Maluku Islands, is among the northernmost of Indonesia’s archipelago.

The airport that is most convenient for travelers to and from Morotai is located on the neighboring island of Ternate. If you want to get to Daruba on Morotai, you’ll have to take a ferry from Tobelo on North Halmahera. The trip by sea usually lasts about two hours.

It is north of the larger island of Halmahera and has a number of great beaches and interesting places to dive.

In the south, Daruba is the biggest town. The Philippines are to the north of Morotai, and the Pacific Ocean is to the east.

The island’s population of 52,000 people has returned to its previous state as a peaceful tropical paradise.

Morotai was formerly a Japanese airport during WWII and a U.S. military station during the Allied invasion of the Philippines in 1945.

A few museums and underwater shipwrecks offer glimpses into WWII’s past.

Morotaian cuisine is primarily focused on seafood. Ikan Bakar Sambal Colo-colo, essentially a grilled fish with spicy seasonings, is one of the most well-liked.

Morotai’s native cuisine is renowned for its robust flavors, which include not only savory, hot, and spicy elements, but also a range of other flavors, including sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami.

Locals in Maluku and the rest of Eastern Indonesia, especially those living by the water, enjoy certain dishes like Papeda.

Good to Know

Getting to Morotai & Getting around

The airport closest to Morotai is the Ternate Airport in the Indonesian province of North Maluku. It is also called the Sultan Babullah Airport, after an Indonesian warrior. When you get to Ternate, you can take a boat from Daruba: Geovani to Moratai every Wednesday and Friday. Each of these vessels, which make their way back to Ternate the following night, has a limited number of fan-cooled or air-conditioned cabins.

On lower decks, there are also a lot of less expensive sleeping spaces available.

Small aircraft occasionally travel between Ternate and Morotai but weather conditions or sluggish ticket sales may cause these services to be canceled.

Alternately, you can take a ferry or small boat (pronounced “spid”) from Tobelo to Daruba, the main town of Morotai, “taxiing” from Sofifi to Ternate first.

Once you make it to Morotai there are several places you can rent a motorbike from but it is also easy to rent a car with a driver or simply catch an Indonesian rickshaw (becaks).

General Vibe

Currently, plans are still being worked on by the government to turn Morotai into a major economic hub and entry point into Indonesia from the Pacific Ocean for fishing, tourism, trade, and services.

As a means of promoting Morotai Island as a tourist destination, the annual Tokuwela Morotai Festival usually takes place in May, immediately following Eid.

The festivities include a boat parade, a fun dive competition, fishing contests, swimming races, local bazaars, and local song and dance performances.

Morotai Weather

Tropical & Hot

Morotai, like the rest of Indonesia, experiences warm temperatures all year and a yearly monsoon because of its tropical location Manado is located in Indonesia, south of the equator, so the hottest months are April and December and the coolest months are June, July.

Attractions - Hidden Treasures

Take a time out on Various Islands

Kokoya Island, Nunuhu Beach, White Sand Island, General Douglas MacArthur’s Zum-zum Island, Big Dodola and Small Dodola Islands, Colorai Island, and many more are all deserted islands with names that sound like tropical cocktails.

Visit the beautiful island of Dodola

When visiting Morotai, you must stop by this attraction. Gorgeous islets connected by white sandbars that allow for shorewalking at low tide.

Get tanned on Kokoya Island

This island may be empty but for you, with its miles of white beach and turquoise ocean. The sun will do wonders for your complexion, and if you’re fortunate, your boatman will reel in a large squid for lunch.

Surf Sopi Beach

A white sand beach stretching for approximately 700 meters located in Sopi Village, which is north of Morotai in North Maluku. There are three beaches in this area, all of which are connected by islets. If you’re a surfer, you’ll find all the beaches to your liking, although one offers the most extreme conditions.

Journey to the Nakamura Waterfall

Dehegila village is home to the beautiful Nakamura Waterfall. Nakamura’s cover was in the chasm he’d fallen into. He went into hiding in the woods and relied on its water supply. The historical significance of this fall is secondary to the breathtaking natural beauty it has. Guests will find it to be an enjoyable destination.