Ake malako, North Maluku Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from Ternate, the capital city of North Maluku. Take the ferry from Ternate to Morotai Island, which will take about 1.5 to 2 hours. Once you arrive at Morotai Island, head south towards Morotai Selatan. Use Google Maps or any GPS navigation to find the exact coordinates (2.0585138, 128.4262953) for Ake Malako, which is located near Sabatai Tua. The road is generally in good condition, but be cautious of local traffic and road conditions. There may be a ferry fee, which typically ranges from IDR 50,000 to IDR 100,000 per person, depending on the vehicle.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, take a bus or minivan from Ternate to the nearest port for Morotai Island. Buses to the port can be found at the main bus terminal in Ternate. After reaching the port, board the ferry to Morotai Island. Once on the island, you can take a local minivan or ojek (motorbike taxi) to reach Ake Malako. Make sure to negotiate the fare beforehand; it should be around IDR 20,000 to IDR 50,000 depending on the distance. Use the coordinates (2.0585138, 128.4262953) to guide your driver to the exact location.