An incredible island experience — amazing food, marine life and the warmest staff
Reconnect Island Resort in Buka Buka was one of the highlights of our trip through Indonesia. The island is absolutely beautiful, surrounded by crystal-clear water and stunning coral reefs, with plenty of opportunities for snorkelling, kayaking and diving. The food was hands down the best we’ve had at any hotel in Indonesia. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks were all delicious, with different dishes every day, lots of variety and a genuinely homemade feel. You can really tell how much care goes into the food! The marine life is incredible. There’s a beautiful coral reef right in front of the resort, perfect for snorkelling, where you can discover all kinds of corals and spot turtles, reef sharks and plenty of other marine life. Kayaking is also fantastic — one day, we even found ourselves surrounded by dolphins, an unforgettable experience! For diving enthusiasts, the resort has its own dive centre, with instructors and equipment readily available. You can explore the beautiful reefs surrounding the island, with the dive sites entirely to yourselves. Having everything on-site makes diving incredibly convenient and enjoyable. The accommodation was excellent too. We stayed in the glamping area, and our tent had an attached, beautifully finished concrete bathroom, very clean and equipped with everything we needed. Another highlight was the boat trip to explore the Togean Islands area with Reconnect’s own boat. It was comfortable, authentic and organised in a small group — highly recommended! Finally, the staff deserve a special mention. From the boat captains and guides to the dive instructors and the rest of the team, everyone was incredibly friendly, attentive and helpful throughout our stay. Stunning scenery, outstanding food, incredible marine life and genuinely wonderful people. We honestly wished we could have stayed longer. Highly recommended, especially for anyone who loves diving, snorkelling and authentic island experiences!
