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Escape The Ordinary

Embrace the natural beauty, culture, and heart of Banggai. Your journey begins with Banggai Escape.

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The Banggai Experience

Pick a starting point. We change the days, the stays and the boat times around you.

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Untouched Banggai Discovery 03 days 8 - 25

Untouched Banggai Discovery

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IDR 2.850.000 /Person

Open Trip 3 Days 2 Nights
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Banggai Ultimate Expedition 05 days 8 - 22

Banggai Ultimate Expedition

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IDR 4.250.000 /Person

Open Trip 5 Days 4 Nights
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Island Hopping & Coral Sanctuary 04 days 6 - 20

Island Hopping & Coral Sanctuary

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IDR 3.450.000 /Person

Open Trip 4 Days 3 Nights
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Paisu Pok Lake Day Trip 01 day 2 - 12

Paisu Pok Lake Day Trip

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IDR 950.000 /Person

Private Trip 1 Day
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The Reason Travelers
Choose Banggai Escape

Local Expertise

We are from here. Our guides grew up on these islands and still fish, farm and dive here.

Bespoke Itineraries

Every trip starts as a draft. Tell us your dates, your group and the places you want, and we rewrite the day plan around them.

Seasoned Professionals

Skipper, dive guides and drivers who have run these crossings for years, not weeks.

Uncompromised Safety & Comfort

Life jackets on every boat, a guide with you ashore, and a weather plan for each day at sea.

Dedicated Assistance

One point of contact from the first email to the flight home, on WhatsApp or email.

Authentic Experiences

Small creeks, village homestays and reef flats that the day-trip boats do not reach.

About us

Born from a deep passion for sharing the untouched magic and legendary warmth of Banggai.

Banggai Escape team at sea

At Banggai Escape, we are a team of local guides who grew up on these islands. We plan around your dates and your pace: which island when, how long you stay on the water, and where you sleep.

Banggai Escape was founded to give travellers a way into the eastern islands of Central Sulawesi that does not involve guessing. Travel here is less about ticking off a list than about the pace: slow boat crossings, a lake before the day boats arrive, and nowhere you have to be by dark.

Everything you need to know before you book a Banggai trip.

How do I get to Banggai?
You can fly to Syukuran Aminuddin Amir Airport (LUW) in Luwuk, Central Sulawesi. From Luwuk, our team will greet you and manage all onward transfers to the islands via scenic ferry or private boat.
Can I fully customize my tour itinerary?
Absolutely. Every package is a starting point rather than a fixed script. Tell us your dates, group size and must-see spots and we will rebuild the itinerary around them: extra nights at Paisu Pok, a longer reef day, or a detour into the Peleng highlands.
What is the best time of year to visit Banggai?
April to October brings the calmest seas and the clearest water. Late April through early June is our favourite window: the waterfalls still carry good flow and the islands are noticeably quieter than in the peak months.
Are these trips suitable for beginners or non-swimmers?
Yes. The snorkeling sites we use are shallow, current-free reef flats, and life jackets are provided on every boat. Non-swimmers can stay aboard or wade in from the beach while the rest of the group explores.
What is typically included in a Banggai Escape package?
Airport and harbour transfers, all land and boat transport, accommodation, scheduled meals, entrance and conservation fees, snorkeling gear, and a dedicated local guide. International and domestic flights are not included.
How do I secure a booking with Banggai Escape?
Send us a message through the contact form or WhatsApp. We confirm availability, hold your dates with a deposit, and share the full day-by-day itinerary before the balance is due.
Scenic waterfall in Banggai

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