Kaledupa
Island is one of the four major islands in Wakatobi Marine National Park.
Wakatobi is built by the government to be the largest marine conservation area
around the world. Wakatobi is popular around the world as it has an outstanding
collection or underwater life. Wakatobi, including Kaledupa is home of various
species of fish and other creatures.
Kaledupa also becomes the most visited area for researches purposes in Sulawesi. Its outstanding biodiversity has attracted many researchers to explore the life of flora and fauna in the island. Visitors can also learn about the diversity of the flora and fauna in this island. When returning from the island, visitors will have more knowledge about the living species in Kaledupa.
Kaledupa also becomes the most visited area for researches purposes in Sulawesi. Its outstanding biodiversity has attracted many researchers to explore the life of flora and fauna in the island. Visitors can also learn about the diversity of the flora and fauna in this island. When returning from the island, visitors will have more knowledge about the living species in Kaledupa.
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Location
Kaledupa Island is situated in the
region of Wakatobi with geographical position of 5°32'9"S and
123°45'29"E. Along with Wangi Wangi, Tomea and Binongko, Kaledupa has
become the most popular islands in Wakatobi. Visitors will never miss the
island when they travel to Wakatobi. Especially, the island is easily reached
from Kendari. It only takes about 15 minutes by boat from Hoga Island. Guides
in Hoga will gladly show you how to go to Kaledupa. If you are in Hoga with
many friends, you can charter a boat in group to go to Kaledupa. When you have
arrived at Kaledupa, guides will arrange motorbike hire for you if you want to
explore the island and the marine.
Activities
In Kaledupa Island, you can do many
exciting activities. Firstly, you can visit Kampung Sampela. This is the place
where the Bajo tribe lives. You can observe how the Bajo lives their life and
their unique culture. The Bajo lives in a unique way of life. They are a
nomadic tribe. However, never imagine that the village of the Bajo is quite
without any significant activities. The Bajo lives their life peacefully and
happily.Children play soccer and ride canoes every day. When you visit the
village, you can play together with the children. Children of this tribe has a
good skill in riding canoes. Thus, you can ask them to take exploring the
island by canoe. This will be a fun activity. Other than visiting the village,
you can also do marine activities, such as snorkeling and diving. Kadelupa has
an incredible underwater panorama. Hence, snorkeling and diving will give you
awesome experience.
Accommodations
When visiting Kadelupa Island, you can
stay in the local people’s house. They provide lodges for travelers. The
lodges are quite comfortable as it is managed professionally. The lodges are
specifically built for travelers. There are hundreds of lodges, either in the
island and its surrounding islands like Wangi Wangi or Hoga. The rate for the
lodge is varied, depending on the facilities offered. The rate starts from
Rp50,000 ($5.50) to Rp175,000 ($18.00). You can select the lodge, according to
your budget.
Kaledupa has many uniqueness,
especially its biodiversity and the local people’s tribe like the Bajo.
Visiting Kaledupa Island will give you in-depth knowledge about the life of the
local people.
