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North Maluku


One of Indonesia’s 38 provinces, is where world history, royal legacy, and natural wonder converge. Once the heart of the legendary spice trade, these islands witnessed the arrival of Spanish and Portuguese explorers, the rise of Dutch power, and the influence of powerful sultanates like Ternate and Tidore. Today, it lies along the Wallace Line, where Asian and Australasian species meet, creating a unique blend of culture, history, and extraordinary biodiversity both above and below the sea.

Morotai

 

Morotai is a diver’s dream shaped by a dramatic past. Once a major Allied headquarters in the 1940s, its waters still carry echoes of World War II. Today, Morotai is renowned for its pristine islands, ideal for diving and snorkeling, as well as its thrilling shark encounters and iconic wreck sites—from sunken ships to tanks and aircraft resting quietly on the ocean floor.

Every dive here offers a unique blend of history, adventure, and natural beauty.

Tidore

 
 The Tidore Islands offer a rich and diverse diving experience.

Trikora Jetty features swirling schools of fish and vibrant macro life thriving around its structure. 
Tugulufa is a must-visit for night dives, with guaranteed sightings of the endemic walking shark and abundant macro critters.
Failonga Island showcases pristine reefs and exceptional marine biodiversity.
Tanjung Soasio combines history and nature, with volcanic gas bubbles and unique freshwater springs creating a truly fascinating underwater environment for divers.

 

Ternate

Ternate and its surrounding waters offer diverse and exceptional diving experiences.

Pulau Hiri features crystal-clear waters, vibrant reefs, and photogenic caverns rich in marine life.
Jikomalamo is famous for its close-range schooling fish and dynamic underwater terrain.
Falajava, Nukila Dive’s house reef, is renowned for night dives with endemic walking sharks and abundant macro critters. 
Jailolo captivates with volcanic seascapes, geothermal vents, and thriving coral gardens—making the region a paradise for both macro and wide-angle underwater photography.