Samalona ISLAND is one of 11 islands in the city of Makassar. The island is very famous for snorkelling and diving. Sea coral scattered around the island forming underwater garden is very beautiful with a variety of colorful fish.
Samalona island located in District Mariso, Makassar, South Sulawesi Province. Located 6.8 miles from the coast of Makassar. Samalona is a clean and beautiful island. Located not too far from the mainland city of Makassar to this island as a place to vacation vaforit. Waters around the island is also an ideal spot for. snorkeling and diving lovers.
The island is composed of coral rubble and covered a variety of vegetation. Has a broad white sand and clean. While up to 20 yards out is crystal clear shallow waters. Sunrise and sunset. are. also a stunning sight. There are two ideal dive sites around the island, which is in the east and to the north of the island. Depth at the two locations is approximately 30 meters. Having a healthy coral reef and where. colorful fish dancing. There are also turtles and stingrays.
Samalona island near waters, at a depth of 30 meters, there is a wreck bomber, Lancaster Bomber, which has been turned into a residential coral and fish habitat. Samalona waters was once the site of a battle in World War II. Samalona island can be reached by chartered boat from Pier Popsa. Travel to the Island Samalona only takes about 20-30 minutes. Rental rates are determined by agreement with the owner of the boat. However, the average commute Rp 250 thousand.
