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Wakatobi
Spend 3–4 days diving and island‑hopping in Wakatobi; longer if you want a relaxed resort stay.
Wakatobi is a remote archipelago famed for world‑class dive sites. Flights land on Wangi‑Wangi (WNI) and ferries run from Kendari. Most visitors base themselves in Wangi‑Wangi town and use ojek or boat trips to explore the other islands. Three to four days cover the main dive spots and a taste of local culture; add extra nights for a slower pace or a resort package.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct (dry season, good visibility)
- avoid Nov–Mar (rainy, rough seas)
- Airport
- WNI
- Nights
- 3–4
Not a trip line yet
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide8 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Wakatobi112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Wakatobi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
- SafetyWakatobi is safe for tourists; petty crime is rare.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers112 General · 110 police · 118 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBali shuts completely for Nyepi; government offices close Friday midday for prayer; Lebaran slows the country for two weeks.Indonesia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportWNI Wakatobi Airport (Bandar Matahora) (Two flights per week from Kendari (Tue & Fri); no public transport from airport).
- Getting aroundOjek rides cost IDR 20,000–50,000 (≈ US$2–4); scooters rent ~IDR 15,000 per fuel bottle; inter‑island boats run on a rolling schedule (fast boat every 2–3 days).
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- WNI Wakatobi Airport (Bandar Matahora) (Two flights per week from Kendari (Tue & Fri); no public transport from airport)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
May
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Oct (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jun (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Jan (18 rain days), driest Aug (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Wakatobi: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
16 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
17 rd
Apr
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14 rd
May
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
8 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
17 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Ojek rides cost IDR 20,000–50,000; scooters rent ~IDR 15,000 per fuel bottle; inter‑island boats run on a rolling schedule (fast boat every 2–3 days). No ride‑hailing apps on the islands; arrange transfers through hotels or local operators.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Tomia (diving & snorkel)
goDoor to door: ≈2 h round‑trip
Fast boat from Wangi‑Wangi; about 1 h travel
Best dive sites around Tomia; check boat schedule
Kaledupa (Hoga Island snorkel)
goDoor to door: ≈2 h
Fast boat from Wangi‑Wangi; about 45 min
Visit Hoga at high tide; bring own snorkel gear
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Wakatobi (Wangi‑Wangi)
Standard room IDR 182,000; deluxe IDR 350,000; near main harbour
Jelly Homestay
Budget double room IDR 100,000; fan, traditional bathroom; central location
Sutiani Homestay (Waha Village)
Room with two beds, fan, en‑suite; IDR 150,000; close to beach
Villa MM (Kaledupa)
Standard rooms with fans; larger family rooms available; near Ambeua ferry port
Wakatobi Dive Resort (Tomia)
All‑inclusive packages; seven‑day rates on request
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- IDR 150,000–300,000 (≈ US$10–19) excl. bed
- Mid
- IDR 300,000–600,000 (≈ US$19–40) excl. bed
- High
- IDR 600,000 (≈ US$40)+ excl. bed
Watch out
Safety
- Flights land on the far side of Wangi‑Wangi; arrange transport in advance.
- Boat schedules change with weather; allow flexibility.
- Some dive operators require advance booking for popular sites.
Emergency numbers
- General
- 112
- Police
- 110
- Ambulance
- 118
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Wakatobi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct (dry season, good visibility) · avoid Nov–Mar (rainy, rough seas) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 5 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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