PEARL OF THE PACIFIC
MOROTAI
UNDERWATER WONDERS
Located in North Maluku, between the Pacific Ocean and the Philippines, Morotai Island has an amazing natural and marine charm. Beautiful sandy beaches are scattered throughout Morotai and the surrounding small islands. Not only that, Morotai is well-known for its diving locations with an abundance of coral reefs, various types of sharks, and the landscape of war wreckages post World War II. The beauty of Morotai with a myriad of history from World War II has earned it the nickname, “Pearl of the Pacific”.
UNDERWATER WORLD WAR II MUSEUM
MAJESTIC LANDSCAPE
Morotai was an important strategic bastion in WW2, utilized as a base camp and battlefield between the Allies and Japan, thus leaving behind so much potential for cultural heritage in these waters. As a result, wreck diving has become one of Morotai Island’s iconic attractions. Divers can discover historical war ruins post World War II including fighter planes, warships, jeeps, trucks, tanks, etc. Expect to witness beautiful corals thriving on the ruins and majestic view sceneries.
DIVERSE INHABITANTS
ASTOUNDING EXPERIENCE
Nothing is more breathtaking than diving with sharks. Numerous sharks can be encountered across the island’s dive sites, from blacktip, grey reef, bull shark, hammerhead, to the recently discovered walking sharks. The presence of top predators indicates the healthy conditions of the island’s coral reefs.
With the unique charm of the islands, the diversity of marine life, and a strong historical charm, Morotai Island is one of the most beautiful pearl islands in Indonesia.
