Kaledupa Island

Kaledupa Island is the third largest island in the Wakatobi archipelago in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia, located within Wakatobi National Park between Wangi-Wangi and Tomia islands. Known for its clear turquoise waters, extensive coral reefs, white-sand beaches and traditional Bajo villages, it serves as a quieter alternative to Wangi-Wangi for diving and snorkeling. The island is part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and offers marine biodiversity and local cultural experiences.

Visitors can expect a low-lying tropical island with white-sand beaches, mangrove fringes, and clear shallow reefs ideal for snorkeling and diving. The interior has small villages, traditional Bajo stilt settlements over water, and limited paved roads. Facilities are basic with homestays and small dive operators. Exploration is by motorbike, boat, or on foot, with access to reef sites, beaches like Peropa and beaches near Hoga Island, and cultural interaction in local villages.