Private 5 Day Morotai Scuba Diving Trip, Maluku Islands

About this activity

This is a semi-luxurious tour that includes 3 days experience of staying in a luxurious resort + 2 days in a common hotel. Along with the unique experience of diving with sharks in the open ocean, the route of this tour includes Rorasa Wreck located in the far area of Morotai Island. This route is not a commonly sold route as not all tour providers have access. Recommended for couples and groups.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: GOMO Dive

Ages: Adults (17–60 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Use of SCUBA equipment
Included: Snacks
Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Breakfast
Included: Scuba Diving boat & guides
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Not included: Tips for guide

Itinerary

Day 1 · Arriving day begins with easy stroll around the area

Stop 1

one hour Admission included

Welcome to Morotai! Your adventure commences at Leo Wattimena Airport, where our guide will meet you.
Stop 2

2 hours Admission included

Let’s start the trip with a taste of the local cuisine. Wanting some comfort food instead? You can request a non-Indonesian meal instead, which will be just as delicious.
Stop 3

2 hours

Explore the vibrant village scene and pristine beach at Buho Buho Village. Try local delicacies as your afternoon snack and the refreshing Bido Coconut. This coconut species is unique to Morotai, and the trees are only as tall as an average adult!
Stop 4

2 hours Admission included

Afterwards, it’s check-in time at Moro Ma Doto Resort. Take the afternoon to unpack, rest, and get ready for a lovely dinner at the resort’s restaurant. Enjoy a tantalizing meal while watching a memorable show of local performers with their traditional songs and dances.
Stop 5

1 h 30 min Admission included

Before you retreat to your room for the night, don’t miss the discussion and briefing session for tomorrow’s scuba dive.

Stay at Moro Ma Doto Resort

Day 2 · Wreck Dive & Coral Dive

Stop 1

one hour Admission included

Drink in the morning beachside view as you savor in breakfast at the resort and relax before the day kicks off.
Stop 2

one hour

The fun starts with a check dive near Buho Buho Village so you can acclimatize to the water and check your equipment.
Morotai

1 min

This is what you’ve been waiting for: a wreck dive at Rorasa Weck. This wreck lies 40 meters underwater and measures 50 meters long. It had once been a Japanese cargo ship and was estimated to have sunk during World War II. For divers not comfortable with the depth, we can take you for a coral dive to witness Morotai’s exquisite coral landscape.
Stop 4

2 hours Admission included

Off to Tabalenge Island for a surface interval and scenic lunch. Indulge in local food or other cuisines. Take the time to stroll on the pristine sand and explore the island.
Stop 5

one hour Admission included

Dive near the island in clear waters. Drift amongst beautiful corals and a diverse fish population.
Stop 6

2 hours Admission included

Time to head back to the resort and feast on a hearty dinner. The rest of the day is your time to unwind, watch the sunset, and enjoy the resort’s facilities.
Stop 7

1 h 30 min Admission included

Learn about the upcoming shark dive and wreck dive. Don’t forget to pack and prepare to move hotels tomorrow.

Stay at Moro Ma Doto Resort

Day 3 · Shark Dive & Wreck Dive

Stop 1

one hour Admission included

Make the most of your last breakfast at Moro Ma Doto Resort. It’s check-out time and you’re headed straight to port for the much-awaited shark dive!
Stop 2

one hour

Swim with blacktip sharks as you experience a unique and unforgettable dive up close with these majestic creatures. Natural to tropical waters, these sharks often make their homes around coral reefs, and our professional will ensure your safety.
Stop 3

one hour

For the second dive of the day, we will move on to a different spot and meet more of these beautiful sharks.
Stop 4

1 h 30 min

Surface interval and lunch on a nearby island. Experience a local’s typical lunch and get to know more of the traditional cuisine in the region, although you can also request other menus to suit your preference.
Morotai

one hour

Explore the wreck of an illegal fishing boat sunk in 2018 by Indonesia’s former Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, Susi Pudjiastuti. Sprawled 20 meters underwater, you can swim inside the ruins and scout the boat’s interiors.
Morotai

one hour

Take a break from the water! Let’s discover the surface beauty of Morotai Islands by sailing to several different islands in the area.
Stop 7

1 h 30 min Admission included

Check in and enjoy a buffet dinner at Moloka'i Morotai Managed by Sahid. Again, you can enjoy local cooking or other cuisines by request.
Stop 8

one hour Admission included

As always, end the night with a short discussion and briefing session to prepare for the next day’s dive. Have a good rest and peaceful evening.

Stay at Molokai Hotel by Sahid

Day 4 · Coral Dive & Hopping Island

Stop 1

one hour Admission included

Begin the day with a fulfilling breakfast in the hotel’s on-site restaurant.
Morotai

one hour

Dive to 10-20 meters where the underwater Galo Galo Cave lies, teeming with magnificent corals and stunning fish species.
Dodola Island

one hour Admission included

Dodola Island, known as the paradise island of Morotai, is also home to a breathtaking dive spot with crystal clear waters. Here, you may be lucky enough to spot a dugong or sea cow too!
Dodola Island

2 hours Admission included

Lunch break is a scrumptious meal of traditional Morotai flavors (changeable by request), which you can wash down with a cool young coconut drink. Dodola Island itself is made up of two islands, Small Dodola and Big Dodola, bridged by a narrow strip that appears during low tide and disappears at high tide. You can rent a bike and explore the verdant mangrove forests.
Morotai

one hour

Hop back on the boat and stop by Pasir Timbul, a small island visible only at low tide. The water here is so clear that you can see the colorful corals even from above. Meanwhile, numerous seagulls pervade the air with a calming melody.
Stop 6

one hour Admission included

The next stop is Zum-Zum Island, once used by General Douglas MacArthur as a hideout and resting place when he led his army to fight Japanese soldiers in Morotai. MacArthur was a US general stationed in the Pacific, and had been the commander of the South West Pacific Area when the army attempted to take the Philippines from Japan. His monument stands on the island to this day.
Stop 7

2 hours Admission included

For dinner at the hotel tonight, indulge in a lavish spread of seafood buffet cooked with local techniques. Pack your bags as tomorrow will mark the last day of this journey.

Stay at Molokai Hotel by Sahid

Day 5 · Land Trip before saying goodbye to the Island!

Stop 1

one hour Admission included

Your last breakfast in Morotai. Get ready to check out and head back to the airport soon.
Trikora Monument

one hour Admission included

After four days touring the underwater marvels of Morotai, spend your last few hours on the island and visiting famed attractions.

The Trikora Monument was erected to honor the Indonesian soldiers who fought for West Papua’s freedom in Operation Trikora. There is also a WWII museum here where you can witness historical relics from the bygone war era.
Morotai

30 min

The Soekarno Monument commemorates the moment when Indonesia’s first-ever president visited in 1957 to meet the locals and inaugurate SMP Negeri Morotai. The monument itself was inaugurated in 2021 by Soekarno’s granddaughter, Puan Maharani.
Stop 4

one hour Admission included

There’s a hello for every goodbye, and unfortunately, we have to part ways. We will take you to the airport and prepare take-outs for lunch, which you can enjoy on the way.

Until we meet again!

Stay at Molokai Hotel by Sahid

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Leo Wattimena Airport

We'll meet you at the airport. If further assistance is needed, please let us know. You can consult with us regarding the flights as well.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Options

5D4N Morotai Luxury Diving

Pickup included
Ordinary Accommodation Option

Molokai by Sahid: This is another option for guests who want to stay in standard-type hotel. All activities in the resort will be excluded.

Wawama Wreck: Instead of scuba diving in Rorasa Wreck, you will explore Wawama Wreck located near the city center.

Pickup included