About
Serene, off-the-beaten-path paradise famous for some of the world’s best diving in the Coral Triangle and hiking the active Gunung Api volcano. Getting to Banda Neira is a true adventure, usually requiring long ferry rides from Ambon, but standing in the very place that shaped the map of the world makes the journey entirely worth it.
Why go
- The very place that shaped the map of the world
- Serene, off-the-beaten-path paradise
- Incredible marine life
Must try
- Diving in the Coral Triangle
- Hiking the active Gunung Api volcano
- Snorkeling
- Explore the volcanic waters
- Historical exploration
Pro tips
- Long ferry rides from Ambon
- Negotiate a speedboat transfer from Ambon
- One flight a week from Amahai
- High season for diving: sept-nov
- Pack your gear, bring your dive buddy
Good to know
- Getting there is challenging
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Rating
4.8 / 5