My trip to Indonesia, like most of my other trips, was solo travel. The great thing about traveling solo on dive trips is you meet all kinds of new friends! After diving the Watch Towers, we went on an expedition to Tomolol Cave, a sacred site. A Muslim shrine is located at the entrance. Tomolol Cave has a river with fantastic limestone and rock formations. Most people use a life jacket or ring to float through the caves, much of it in the dark. Many people had lights, of course, so we could see the inner walls of the cave. From the boat to the caves on small boats, there is a pearl farm on the way. Boats must stop and pick up local guards to go to Tomolol Cave. One cannot take anything out of the cave, and the guards make sure no one dives the pearl farm for pearls!
The cave itself is like a cathedral to stone, water, and nature. Carnivorous Pitcher Plants hang on its outer walls. Misool is jungly along the rivers leading to the cave, and there are even cliff burial sites! It is bizarre to see human remains on the side of the cliffs. The presence of the guards guarantees they are not disturbed. Floating through the monoliths was a surreal experience, and one I tried to soak into my very skin. I never want to forget the beauty of Raja Ampat.
I’m constantly amazed by your adventures. I love the caves and the intensely blue water.
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It was so soothing…it was quiet, and yet you could hear every sound.
That water is so beautiful and so calming. I keep sharing your adventures with my son the diver!
Your son is a diver! You should try it, Lois! A new addiction!
Another great adventure by my hero Tam. Loved the color of the water, and the interesting burial site.
Isn’t it pretty? The beauty of Indonesia is amazing, like a fantasy.
Lovely. I think you take some of the best diving trips in the world and am so glad you bring us along.
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Thanks Carol! You know how much I love it!
Your travels are amazing. These pictures are gorgeous! I feel like I was on the trip with you. Thank you for the mini vacation!
You are welcome!
PS I had to tweet this. Love love love the images.
Thanks!!!
Wonderful post! I love, love all the pictures…beautiful.
Thank you!
Another great adventure, I like the place and the Images shared by you. Waiting for more adventures trip share by you
you never have to wait long! Thanks!
Wha a nice experience/adventure.
Beautiful place, I´m planning my holidays for next summer an this would be a great destination. Looking forward to doing some kayaking in that caves.
Thanks for sharing!
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It is an incredibly beautiful place. You will love it!