White sand and a wooden jetty on Kadidiri, with forested islands beyond

Central Togeans

Kadidiri

A small island near Wakai with several beach resorts and a reef close to shore.

Overview

About Kadidiri

Kadidiri is a small island in the central Togean Islands, a short boat ride from Wakai on Batudaka. It has several beach resorts along one stretch of sand, and the reef begins close to the shore.

Boat trips to Lake Mariona (the jellyfish lake) and to the B-24 Liberator wreck are usually arranged from here. Kadidiri is also a common stop on the way to Una Una.

Good to know

Kadidiri has more accommodation than most islands, so it is often busier than other parts of the Togeans.

  • Meals are provided by the resorts and usually included in the room rate.
  • There is no shop or ATM on the island. Bring cash from the mainland.
  • Electricity and Wi-Fi depend on the resort; some have power only in the evening.
  • Arrange your boat transfer from Wakai with the resort before you arrive.

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Location
Central Togean Islands, near Togean Island
Access
Boat to Wakai, then a resort transfer
Accommodation
Several small beach resorts
Facilities
No ATM; power and Wi-Fi vary by resort
Suggested stay
2 nights or more

Activities

Things to do on Kadidiri

  • Snorkelling from the beach

    No boat needed

    The reef starts a short swim from the beach. Turtles and reef fish are common. Snorkel equipment is available at the resorts.

  • B-24 Liberator wreck

    Dive site · about 15 m

    A Second World War aircraft wreck off the south coast of Togean Island, about one hour by boat. Dive trips usually depart from Kadidiri.

  • Lake Mariona

    Half-day boat trip

    Enclosed marine lake with jellyfish that have a very weak sting. Visit around midday; sunscreen is not allowed.

    Jellyfish lake
  • Diving and kayaking

    At some resorts

    Some resorts have a dive centre and kayaks. Ask when booking if you need equipment or courses.

Stay

Where to stay on Kadidiri

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Diving

Dive sites near Kadidiri

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  • B-24 Liberator wreck

    Off Togean Island

    A Second World War bomber resting intact at about 15 m off the south coast of Togean Island, its fuselage and wings covered in coral.

  • Kadidiri coral gardens

    Kadidiri

    House reefs and coral gardens you can reach from the beach on Kadidiri, with turtles and good visibility, for snorkellers and divers.

Activities

Activities on Kadidiri

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  • Snorkelling

    Kadidiri, Walea Kodi

    Many reefs in the Togeans are shallow and close to shore. Equipment is available at most accommodation.

  • Jellyfish Lake

    Lake Mariona

    An enclosed marine lake where you can swim among jellyfish with a very weak sting.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Kadidiri?

Take a boat from Ampana, or the ferry from Gorontalo, to Wakai. From Wakai, resorts provide a short boat transfer. Arrange it in advance.

Is the B-24 wreck at Kadidiri?

No. The wreck lies off the south coast of Togean Island, about one hour by boat. Dive trips to the wreck usually start from Kadidiri.

Can I snorkel without taking a boat?

Yes. The reef is reachable by swimming from the beach.

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Getting to Kadidiri

Routes from the mainland gateways, boat connections and travel times.

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