Watu Tofengka in Wangi-Wangi Island, Wakatobi District


An adventure to Wakatobi District is worth thousands of experiences. The reason is tourists can find tons of tourism references in such beautiful region. For example, there is an interesting spot in Wangi-Wangi Island, which is called Watu Tofenka. The locals recognize it as a small cave, residing near to a beach. That means a small exploration becomes the prime activity there. Apart from that, tourists can enjoy other fun activities on the beach, including snorkeling and swimming. Here is the fact. Watu Tofenka becomes one of the best spots for snorkeling in Wangi-Wangi. These include Wambu, Yoa Bantea, Kalo Watua, and many more!

The Nuance
Watu means “stone”. Actually, it is the cracked rock, which is located near to the beach. Even though the locals call it a cave, some tourists don’t think the same. It is because of the small size of the hole. Not to mention the location is not quite challenging as other caves in Wakatobi. Despite this issue, no one would regret visiting Watu Tofenka. They can even explore the sea by snorkeling. The beauty of the nautical landscape is not a joke, after all. A formation of stunning corals and small fishes become the main attractions down there.

Exploring Watu Tofengka
The most common activity is caving. Despite the small size, the cave is worth an exploration. It is considered easy to get around inside the cave, as well. That means all people can do it regardless of their experience. As an alternative, they can take pictures in front of the cave. It makes a great background for photography, after all. Not to mention it is located near to a beautiful beach. That means tourists have different types of objects to capture. They also have the chance to explore all parts of the area.

Another fun thing to do is snorkeling. As mentioned before, Watu Tofenka features an excellent snorkeling spot. The thing is beginners should come with an instructor. The person would give proper guides and information regarding that snorkeling spot, actually. Also, he makes sure the safety of tourists. When it comes to snorkel equipment, everyone should have prepared all items beforehand. These include snorkel goggle, fins, and extra clothes. If necessary, they should carry snacks and drinks, as no facilities are seen in the location. They can consume those foods during resting later.

Hiring a tour guide and diving instructor is a good idea. However, tourists also need to know other tips like weather and transportation. The best time to come to Wakatobi District is in August, during the dry season. For those who look for better sea conditions, the best options are in either October or June. Those are suitable times for exploring the sea, actually. In terms of transportation, Wangi-Wangi Island offers excellent services, as many types of transportations are available.

Nearby Attractions

  • Cemara Beach
  • Waginopo Peak
  • Kontamale Cave

How to Get There
Watu Tofengka is located in Waha Village and it belongs to Wangi-Wangi Sub-district. In order to reach the location, tourists need to take an airplane to Matahora Airport, which resides in Wangi-Wangi Island. From there, they can take either a minibus or other local transportation services to Waha. Have no worries. The locals would give a direction regarding the location of the cave.

Where to Stay
Wakatobi Patuno Resort


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