Wakatobi (SE Sulawesi)
Also known as: Tukangbesi Islands, Onemobaa, Tomia
Pristine reefs, marine national park
Wind & season
Wind, water and season at this Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia spot - what to expect and when to come.
Jun-Aug (E season); Dec-Apr (W season)
E trade 10-20 kn; W wind in wet season
Light-moderate; not every day
Jun to Aug (mid-May to mid-Sep)
Moderate; reef zones
Light wind common; strongly season-dependent
The water
Flat to light chop, open water
Deep lagoon with reef edges
28-30 C
Boardshorts or shorty
Skill & group fit
Intermediate
3 (moderate)
Small; resort guests
Poor; remote resort, costly
Getting there & schools
Resort jetty / beach, boat to spots
Resort boats
Wakatobi Dive Resort kite guide and gear (windy season)
Luxury dive resort
World-class diving, snorkeling
Very low
Permits & safety
Resort package; marine park fees
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Coral reef, remoteness, boat-access zones
Resort boats with radio support
Remote; resort medic, air evac
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand wind-sport spot report. Coordinates are approximate.