Overview
Tobelo is the capital of North Halmahera district in Indonesia's Maluku islands, serving as the second-largest town in North Maluku province after Ternate. The town offers access to volcanic landscapes including active Mount Dukono, crater lakes like Lake Galela, and white-sand beaches.
Beach · Day Trips · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Culture
Predominantly Christian area with vibrant Christmas road decorations and competitive Easter church garden displays.
Food
Local specialties include Javanese food at Warung Tongseng Pak Kumis and grilled mujair fish at Lake Galela floating restaurants.
Safety
Mount Dukono is an active volcano with last eruption in August 2022; volcanic ash can irritate eyes during hikes. Guided climbs are essential.
Transport
Access via ferry from Bitung (North Sulawesi), speedboat from Ternate via Sofifi, or small plane flights from Ternate and Manado operated by Trigana Air and Wings Air.