About Sulamadaha Beach
Sulamadaha Beach is a black-sand beach on the northwestern coast of Ternate Island in North Maluku, Indonesia, located in Sulamadaha Village, Pulau Ternate District. It is known for its calm, clear waters, volcanic black sand, and direct views of Hiri Island across a narrow strait. The beach is a popular spot for swimming, snorkeling and boat trips to nearby coves, surrounded by hills and a small coastal settlement with basic visitor facilities.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a curved bay with black volcanic sand and calm, clear shallow water suitable for swimming and snorkeling. The beach faces Hiri Island, visible across a narrow strait, with forested hills behind. The area includes a small jetty, fishing boats, gazebos and food stalls. Visitors can swim near shore, snorkel over coral, hire a small boat to Saomadaha Cove or Hiri Island, and enjoy coastal scenery and sunset views.
Key highlights
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Black volcanic sand beach with calm, clear water
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Direct view of Hiri Island across the strait
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Snorkeling and swimming in sheltered bay
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Boat trips to Saomadaha Cove and Hiri Island
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Scenic coastal setting backed by hills
Route
| By air | Fly to Sultan Babullah Airport in Ternate, then continue by road to Sulamadaha Beach |
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| By road | Approximately 14 km northwest of Ternate city center via the coastal road to Sulamadaha Village; accessible by car, motorbike and taxi/ojek |
| By public transport |