Takabonerata Islands Expedition - South Sulawesi

Takabonerate at the end of October 2009 formally made the provincial marine tourism icons of South Sulawesi names Takabonerata Islands Expedition. Takabonerate marine park is located on the southern tip of South Sulawesi province has an area of 530,765 hectares group of coral islands and coral reefs are located at a depth of 3-4 meters from the sea surface. In topography, most of these areas are atolls with white sand and the configuration of the brightness level of high waters, and surrounded by the sea in a depth of more than 1,500 yards and rugged shores.

The vast atoll in the national park area is 220,000 hectares were identified as the largest atoll in the South East Asia and the third largest atoll in the world after Kwajifein the Marshall Islands and atolls in the Maldives Suvadiva. In fact, this marine park including parts of the world's coral reefs triangle of international concern.
Another advantage of Takabonerate is the clarity of water. Without diving, just off the boat, tourists can enjoy the beautiful panorama of coral reefs that have been identified as many as 261 species from 17 families and dances among coral reef fish.

Plus marine biodiversity of this region has enough variety of coral reefs, fish, coral, seagrass, makroalgae, molusca, and other marine biota. In this area also found three categories of coral reefs, the barrier reef, the coral reefs, and atolls. Spreading consists of 49 coral genus, with a range of live coral cover among 36.72 to 64.02% within the category of moderate to good. In addition there are also dozens of seagrass with genus and species, molluscs 4 classes, 56 families and 216 species.

Explored The Ancient Reptile At Komodo Island

There is only one other reason for tourists to visit the Komodo island is to see the unique behavior of reptiles that are considered wild animals is ancient. We can see many places a very interesting tour in Indonesia. But the Komodo island can be best recommended to enjoy one of nature tourism in Indonesia because of the unique habitat of Komodo (dragons). Other reasons, the island is taken into the top 10 best tourist attraction in the world.

Komodo island located between Sumbawa and Flores islands. Natural conditions on the island is fairly dry and arid. However, that's what makes it unique for a tour and visit one of the main ancient animals are still alive. Most tourist attractions are many overgrown savanna and palm trees. In addition, there are also other plants such as rattan, acid, billowing, lote, and mangroves that are often found on the island.

In addition to plants, in this place there are still many common wildlife, especially the Komodo. This animal is the most interesting sights, because these animals can only be found on this island alone. In addition, many are also deer, wild boar, wild horses, wild buffalo, 2 types of turtles, 10 species of dolphins, whales and 6 types of mermaids, they are often seen on land and sea of Komodo island.

The beauty of the sea is not less interesting is also to be enjoyed with a variety of unique marine biota. In this park there are about 259 types of corals and 1000 species of fish such as barracuda. In addition, there are also other fish such as marlin, yellow tail, red snapper, baronang, as well as other types of fish. Adventure in the wild and enjoy the beauty of the Komodo island is the best choice that tourists spend unforgettable holidays in.