Togian Islands Travel Guide

Tip! Stunning archipelago in the Tomini bay south of the northern arm of Sulawesi.Rich in nature and coral reefs,very good diving in places,abundant marine life,as well as one of the last refuges in indonesia of animal species like the saltwater croc and gigantic coconut crab.Several isolated & charming beach resorts. Good destination to chill out,to be reached by ferry from Gorontalo in the north(when coming from Manado) or Ampana in the south(much closer).Ferryservices erratic. Note that there has been quite some religious strife in recent years in the area around Poso(you pass through here on your way to Ampana). When coming via Gorontalo and needing to stay overnight before taking the ferry check out the guides for the adress of Alex Velberg's hotel(Hotel Melati) situated in the colonial mansion of his Dutch grandfather,the local harbourmaster. Alex speaks Dutch fluently and has some great stories. (Dutch) republicans be aware,he's an ardent supporter of the Dutch royal house(despite ever having been abroad).His kids can take you around town(if you manage to befriend them).