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Treat yourself to a break in paradise!
Via Ampana, it’s easy!
Take the new fast boat (Wamburabura) from Ampana, every Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday at 10 am. Wamburabura will drop you either in front of Lia Beach or in Popolii. You’ll be walking on the sand by mid-afternoon!
LIA BEACH ACCESS POINTS
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From the South (Ampana)
Our pick:
4h30 on a fast boat: Rp 120.000/person
20-minute transfer on our boat: free of chargeRp 120.0004h50
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From the North (Gorontalo/Bumbulan)
Our pick:
4 hours on the road to Bumbulan: Rp 600.000
5 hours on a ferry: Rp 22.000/person
30-mn transfer on our boat: Rp 200.000From Rp 822.0009h30
Coral Reef Snorkeling
The Togean Islands are frequently mentioned as containing all four coral reef types (patch, fringing, barrier and atoll reefs) in close proximity. It is located in the Coral Triangle, an area with extraordinary levels of marine biodiversity. There are at least 596 reef fish species in the waters around the archipelago. According to Conservation International Indonesia data, the islands provide a home to 315 coral species.Get down in the water!
Visit a bajo (sea-gipsy) village
There is a large Bajo community in the Togean Islands. They were originally wanderers, living on their boats all year round and developing special fishing techniques. They have been forced to settle in villages by the Indonesian government.Pulau Papan is one of the many Bajo villages of the Togean Islands. Don't miss the 1-kilometer long wooden bridge connecting Malenge to Pulau Papan, which school children tread upon every morning to go to school.
Tarsier watching
The tarsier is the smallest primate in the world. It's an endangered species that you won’t see everywhere: extant tarsiers can only be found on some Asian islands including the Philippines, Malaysia and Indonesia.Lia Beach is the only Togean resort where you can see tarsiers, if you're lucky!
Coconut Crabs
The coconut crab is a huge crab that can weigh up to 5 kilos. He mostly eats coconuts, which he drills with his powerful pincers.Watch your fingers when you approach them!
Coconut crabs are endangered, yet still widely eaten by locals in the archipelago. They are extremely difficult to spot, but we're always happy to give it a try... and sometimes we get lucky!
Explore the islands
The Togean archipelago is a vast area with stunning reefs, crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, verdant mangrove, luxuriant tropical forest and traditional fishermen villages.A beautiful universe for you to explore.
Our friends Togian Boat Trip and Togian Holiday can organize an island-hopping trip for you.
Visit our non-profit organization EVERTO in Katupat
Go on a day trip and visit the Katupat Green House, where our non-profit EVERTO is selling accessories made from recycled plastic waste.A great opportunity to buy souvenirs (hats, bags, wallets...) and to get a demonstration on how the Katupat people recycle part of their trash.
Read more about EVERTO.
Book your stay with us!
Even in low season, we recommend you make a reservation, since we have only 2 bungalows.
We get fully booked quite fast!
Finally a fast access to Lia Beach!
On December 16, 2017
The access to Lia Beach is taken to one more level with the new fast boat operating since November 11th…
LATEST NEWS
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Ampana airport finally served daily by Wings Air!
On October 24, 2016
There are now daily flights to/from Ampana, operated by Wings Air (Lion Air branch)… -
Guess what… We have tarsiers!
On October 21, 2016
We had been hearing them around for a while, every night, and they decided to show up this high season…
White sandy beach
At Lia Beach, the sand on the seafront is white, very white. Not all Togean beaches are lucky enough to have such white sand, that makes it almost looks like flour!
Our little front-island
Enjoy our very scenic beach view, with the cute tiny little island in the front. This small rock, proudly standing on the water with its only tree, has a name: it's been called Ahmadu, after the name of the first owner of Lia Beach.
Exclusive bamboo bungalows
Enjoy the comfort, architecture and style of our 2 bamboo bungalows built in a continuous respect of nature.Bamboo is available locally in great quantity, highly renewable, absorbs a lot of CO2 in the atmosphere and allows to save trees of the tropical forest.
We've also used drift wood, plastic trash, local timber, sago leaves, rattan and local stones as construction materials.
Dining / chill-out area
We are happy to welcome you in our cozy feet-in-the-sand amenities. For now, Lia Beach dining area and lounge sit on the sand, sheltered by wooden/leaves gazebos.We also provide bean bags and hammocks for you to chill out or enjoy a sunbath.
Scenic view from the hill
Lia Beach is bay-shaped surrounded on both sides by rocky hills. From the top of the shortest one, get a beautiful view on the Togean crystal-clear waters, and enjoy the sunset.
Our beach is yours!
Get a taste of the Robinson Crusoe magic: just you and - at most - two other guests on the beach! Freely enjoy our beach and our beautiful view, sitting on our beach bean bags or laying down in your hammock. That's one of the Togean most popular sports.Lean back and relax, it's your holiday!
And for the sportiest, we have a frisbee and a football, so you can treat yourself with a beach sport session before enjoying a good swim in the sea.
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY ABOUT LIA BEACH
Marion (Germany)
“Hidden jewel of the Togeans”
“If you want to get away from it all – Lia Beach is the perfect place – you see and feel that Marion and Epo put all their passion and love in every little detail in order to turn Lia Beach into every guest’s personal private paradise. […] We never felt like tourists, we felt like true friends and had a hard time to leave Lia Beach Paradise – thank you so much Marion & Epo!”
Kate (South Africa)
“A true Robinson Crusoe experience!”
“A true lost paradise found, Lia Beach was one of the biggest highlights on our trip through the Togean Islands. The island is remote, private and incredibly beautiful! The accomodation was comfortable, clean and something island dreams are made of. The staff were amazing and tended to our every need! […]”
Mona & Axel (Germany)
“Paradise really exists”
“It’s impossible to describe this place with words but it absolutely meets our vision of a paradise island hideaway. […] Marion and Epo and their lovely staff make you feel welcome from the first moment, actually even before as communication via email is very personal and helpful. The whole place has such a special vibe as things are done with love and care. […]”