During the Age of Discovery, the Maluku archipelago (the legendary Spice Islands) controlled the global monopoly on precious nutmeg and cloves. Today, these far-flung volcanic islands offer independent travellers a captivating mix of colonial history, old stone forts, and staggering underwater visibility in the Banda Sea. Because flight options are sparse, navigating via national PELNI passenger ferries is key. These articles share essential maritime routes and regional reviews from my voyages through Ambon, Ternate, and Banda Neira.
🇯🇵 この記事を日本語で読む: 【モルッカ・バンダ諸島ガイド】歴史を刻む香料諸島へのフェリー旅とテルナテ・アンボンの見どころ
North Maluku: Ternate, Tidore, Jailolo & Tobelo
Exploring the historic Spice Islands of North Maluku using local ferries, speedboats, and inter-island passenger vessels.
- ➡ What to do in Ternate? Sightseeing and attractions
- ➡ A Day Trip to Tidore Island from Ternate
- ➡ Boat Trip from Ternate to Jailolo
- ➡ How we got from Jailolo to Tobelo
- ➡ Journey from Tobelo to Ternate via Sofifi
- ➡ From Bitung to Ternate: Pelni Boat Trip
Banda Islands Expedition & PELNI Boat Voyages
Reaching the iconic Banda Neira and Hatta Island via long-distance PELNI passenger ships and local boat journeys across the Banda Sea.
- ➡ Sorong to Bandaneira via Ambon: PELNI Boat Trip, 23 + 14 Hours Journey Experience
- ➡ Boat Trip from Ternate to Raja Ampat via Sorong
- ➡ Travelling from Banda Neira to Ambon on the PELNI boat Sabuk 106
- ➡ Walking around Banda Neira Island: Spice Island
- ➡ Boat Trip from Banda Neira to Hatta Island: A Practical Guide (2026 Edition)
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