THE SULAWESI ODYSSEY
Togean to Wakatobi
12 Nights / 13 Days
Luwuk → Pulau Dua → Una-Una → Togean Islands → Banggai → Southeast Sulawesi → Buton → Wangi-Wangi → Kaledupa → Hoga → Tomia → Wangi-Wangi
Expedition Overview
Journey across one of Sulawesi's least-travelled marine corridors on an extraordinary one-way expedition from Luwuk to Wakatobi.
Beginning on the eastern coast of Central Sulawesi, WiSu turns towards the remote reefs of Pulau Dua and volcanic Una-Una before entering the beautiful Togean Islands.
From here we journey south through isolated Banggai and the rarely travelled waters of Southeast Sulawesi. Expect pinnacles, healthy reefs, endemic marine life, walls, black-sand critter diving and remote island landscapes.
Our grand finale is Wakatobi, where spectacular walls and coral-covered reefs surround Wangi-Wangi, Kaledupa, Hoga and Tomia.
Day-by-Day Expedition
Signature Species & Marine Life Highlights
Depending on season and conditions, guests may encounter:
Activities May Include
- Scuba Diving
- Snorkeling
- Stand-Up Paddle Boarding (SUP)
- Kayaking
- Beach Visits
- Tender Exploration
- Beach Barbecue (weather and conditions permitting)
- Indonesian Cultural Evening
- Sunset Cruises
- Wildlife Observation
- Underwater Photography
- Ocean Passage Cruising
Expedition Notes
The Sulawesi Odyssey is a one-way seasonal crossing that links Central Sulawesi with the coral kingdoms of Wakatobi — a route travelled by far fewer liveaboards.
Guests embark directly in Luwuk and disembark in Wangi-Wangi. Days at sea balance diving with longer passages, so the rhythm of the expedition is shaped as much by the crossing as by the reefs themselves.
The WiSu Beach Barbecue may be offered during our time in the Togean Islands when weather, tides and local conditions allow. It is never guaranteed and is not fixed to a specific day.
Diving & Experience
Diving & Experience
The Sulawesi Odyssey offers an extraordinary variety of diving — from offshore pinnacles and volcanic reef slopes to remote walls, black-sand critter sites and the spectacular coral gardens of Wakatobi.
Some dives may involve stronger currents, drift diving, negative entries or blue-water ascents. For this reason, we recommend an Advanced Open Water certification or equivalent, approximately 50 logged dives and previous experience diving in currents.
All diving is optional, and our Cruise Director will always select sites and timings according to conditions and diver experience.
Who is this expedition for?
This journey is for divers who love variety and exploration.
It is especially suited to guests drawn to remote places and one-way expeditions where the underwater world changes throughout the journey — from Pulau Dua and Una-Una, through the Togeans and Banggai, to the legendary coral kingdoms of Wakatobi.
For travellers who enjoy the journey as much as the destination, The Sulawesi Odyssey offers a rare opportunity to experience several distinct underwater worlds in a single expedition.
Please Note
This is a sample itinerary. Dive sites listed throughout are examples only.
The exact route, dive sites, number of dives and activities may vary depending on weather, sea conditions, currents, tides, visibility, wildlife encounters, local regulations and operational considerations — including the longer ocean passages required on this crossing.
Our Captain and Cruise Director may modify the itinerary whenever necessary, always prioritising guest safety and the best possible experience under the conditions encountered.
No two WiSu expeditions are ever exactly the same—and that is part of what makes every journey truly unforgettable.