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Labengki Island – Giant Clam Marine Reserve
Labengki Island (Photo: @labengkibeachhut)
Kima Giant Clam (Tridacna gigas) in Labengki ocean (Photo: @Aneka Wisata Nusantara)
Labengki Island – Giant Clam Marine Reserve
No one knows that the second biggest Kima giant clam (Tridacna gigas) with the size of 50 cm can be found in Labengki waters, Southeast Sulawesi. Labengki region is also known as Giant Clam Marine Conservation. You could choose stay whether in local Bajo traditional architecture beach cottage or feel the excitement of camping in a quiet beach. Besides snorkelling activities, fishing at Labengki will not disappoint you. There are many types of fish that you can catch here for example Barracuda, Grouper, Yellow Fin Tuna, Red Snapper, Sailfish, etc. Are you waiting for a great holiday sensation? Come and Discover the natural wonders of Labengki!
Natural Tourism Destination
Labengki Island – Giant Clam Marine Reserve
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Batik Motifs
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Gentala Arasy
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Tubo Kelapa
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Burung Bidadari
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Pala Salawaku
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La Galigo
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Buketan Bali
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Bultiya
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Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
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Pati-Pati Pinehiku
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Manguni Minahasa
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Jupri Kembang Teh
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Sekar Jati
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Sandeq
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Ake Patra
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Lok Baintan Floating Market
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Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
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Angsa Duo
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Ukir Sentani
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Tongkonan
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Tifa Totobuang
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Kaharingan
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Kaganga Tanah Rejang
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Tanah Liek
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Tengkawang Ampiek
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Jumputan Bintang
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Gajah Way Kambas
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Raja Ampat
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Mahkota Siger
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Daun Simpor
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Kawung
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Sekomandi
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Pinawetengan
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