Embark on an unforgettable 5-day, 4-night adventure to Maratua Island, a hidden gem in the Indonesian archipelago. This tour package offers the ultimate marine experience, featuring the rare opportunity to swim alongside the majestic whale sharks. Explore the pristine waters of the Celebes Sea, known for its vibrant coral reefs, exotic marine life, and crystal-clear visibility.
Your journey begins with a scenic boat ride to Maratua Island. Where stunning beaches and lush tropical surroundings welcome you, each day brings a new adventure—snorkeling, diving, and exploring underwater caves, all while soaking in the beauty of Maratua’s diverse marine ecosystem. The highlight of your trip will be the whale shark encounter, an awe-inspiring experience that allows you to swim with these gentle giants.
When you’re not in the water, enjoy leisure time on the island’s white-sand beaches, or take a kayak to explore the nearby mangroves. Accommodation is in a comfortable beachside resort, offering delicious local cuisine and stunning sunset views.
Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike, this Maratua Whale Shark Tour promises a once-in-a-lifetime experience, combining thrilling encounters with the peaceful charm of island life.
Itinerary
DAY 01 :
PICK UP TO TANJUNG REDEB BERAU, AND TRANSFERTO MARATUA ISLAND (–D)
Upon arrival at Tanjung Redeb airport, meet and transfer to the harbor to board a boat across the Sulawesi Sea to Maratua Island. Check-in at the resort, with an afternoon option to snorkel in the waters just in front, relax on the pristine palm-lined beach or take in the stunning blue lagoon views. Dinner at the resort.
DAY 02 :
BLUE LAGOON AND SNORKELING (BLD)
Breakfast at the resort. Enjoy a leisurely day in paradise, with stunning white palm beaches and blue lagoon views. Options include snorkeling coral reefs, swimming, kayaking the nearby salt lake, or cycling through mangrove forests and Bajau fishing villages. Dinner and overnight at Maratua Island Resort.”
DAY 03 :
MARATUA ISLAND – KAKABAN – SANGALAKI ISLANDS (BLD)
Breakfast at the resort, then head by speed boat to Kakaban Island, known for its unique mangrove-fringed jellyfish lake surrounded by lush forest. Divers and snorkelers can explore nearby dive spots with thrilling marine life, like barracuda, sharks, leopard fish, and snappers. The Blue Cave offers an exciting coral sea cave dive of 120 meters, ending in a mesmerizing blue light, but it’s suited only for experienced divers. From the sea, the view of the Gorgonian Forest islands is breathtaking. Continue to Sangalaki Island, known as the Capital of Manta Rays, where you’ll encounter mantas, Napoleons, purple sea horses, dwarf scorpionfish, and the pristine Coral Sea Garden. At night, explore Turtle Bay. Dinner and overnight at Sangalaki Beach Resort.
DAY 04 :
WHALE SHARK SNORKELING
Early breakfast, then set out by speedboat to the whale shark point, where you can swim alongside these gentle giants. Afterward, continue to Derawan for a leisurely afternoon to relax or explore. Dinner at a local restaurant, and overnight at a lodge or resort.
DAY 05 :
TRANSFER OUT TO THE AIRPORT
After breakfast, enjoy some free time at your leisure before starting the journey by boat across the sea to Berau, where you’ll catch your flight to your next destination.
Tour Included
- Berau Transfer to Maratua Island, surrounding the Islands Maratua, Kakaban, and Sangalaki
- visit Whale Shark Point, transfer to Derawan Island transfer to Berau
- Accommodation 2 Nights at Maratua Lodge / Resort
- 1 Night at Sangalaki Resort
- 1 Night at Derawan Resort / Dive Lodge
- Meals (BLD) Drinks (Aqua, Tea, Coffee)
- English Speaking Guide
- Entrance fees, parking fees, all donations
Tour Exclude
- Airfares
- Insurance
- Soft & Alcoholic drinks
- Personal expenses
- Everything that is not mentioned in the trip itinerary
We can arrange this tour including plane tickets from Bali round trip, and you can arrange the length of your holiday in Maratua Kalimantan. For price information, contact us via WhatsApp or email!
