how to get there
There is a daily flight connecting through Ternate from Manado, Makasar, Jakarta and Singapore (Silk Air). Also scheduled speed boats connect the 90 minute trip from Tobelo, a city on the north end of Halmahera Island to Daruba, the capital of Morotai. Upon arrival in Morotai you will be met by our staff for the one hour drive directly to Moro Ma Doto Resort.
Morotai airport: Pitu (OTI)
time zone
surf conditions
The best surf is from October through March. Winds during this period are light…early morning offshores with light sea breezes during the day and again offshore conditions in the afternoon. Wave heights range from 3-6 feet. The north coast has constant surf that can offer solid size with challenging waves over sharp reefs.
All waves break over coral reefs, surf aware to avoid possible reef cuts or related injuries.
sailing conditions
There are some classic settings along the coasts with constant southerly winds
diving conditions
The clear waters around Morotai offer dreamy dive conditions from muck dives along stretches of mangrove, reef passes, walls and cliffs to World War II wreck sites.
history
Morotai Island is in the Halmahera group of Indonesia’s northeastern Maluku Islands. Morotai is the most north easterly island in Indonesia. Read more from wikipedia
possible hazards
- the sun is strong, please take actions to avoid dehydration, sunburn or sunstroke
- programs to eradicate mosquito born diseases (like malaria, dengue, etc.) are introduced Indonesia-wide. So far none of our guests has reported any signs of related symptoms. Nevertheless we advise to use repellent and wear adequate light clothing.
- we provide mosquito nets over all of our beds
- please notice that wild animals could carry Rabies, please read the recommendations of you country concerning vaccinations
- Indonesia is home to snakes and we advise not to approach or to tease any snakes of any sizes. Please contact our staff should you encounter one
- be aware of the reefs as injuries can occurr by simple touch!
- minor injuries e.g. cuts or scratches need to be attended immediately and kept clean at all times!
- keep in mind that quality hospitals are hours away
- while walking wear proper footwear
- when driving pushbikes or motorcycles please always ride carefully and responsible