The Sabang to Merauke journey continues in the breathtaking Togean Islands, Sulawesi! This time, I travel to Buka Buka Island, home to Reconnect Resort, a self-sustainable eco-resort built by Thomas Despin. He shares the challenges and rewards of running a resort on a remote island, while we explore the incredible diving around Buka Buka and meet fascinating travelers like Ryan, a digital nomad with a unique lifestyle.
Next, we journey to the Bajo Tribe village of Kabalutan, a floating village built on coral reefs. Here, we meet viral content creator Dinda Bajoe, who turned her simple village life into a career, and talk with Pak Jago, the legendary diver featured in Netflix’s Jago: A Life Underwater.
But this trip is more than just adventure—we bring special gifts!
🎒 School supplies for the local kids
🎣 Fishing gear for the community
🎁 A care package for 2,000+ villagers, thanks to Kahf
This episode is packed with smiling faces, laughter, and unforgettable moments in Kabalutan, Togean Islands, Sulawesi. Join me as we explore this incredible part of Indonesia!
🏝️ Contact information:
- Reconnect IG: www.instagram.com/reconnect.island
- Reconnect website: www.reconnect.id
- Dinda Bajoe: www.instagram.com/dindabajoe123
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▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00 Intro
0:58 Leaving Araya Resort
1:35 Arrived in Buka-Buka Island
2:51 Reconnect Resort Tour
6:19 Selamat pagi guys!
8:10 Ryan's story
9:57 First Dive at Reconnect
11:40 Thomas - Life as resort owner
18:27 Let's go to Kabalutan!
21:29 Meet Dinda Bajoe
23:11 Tips from local Content Creators
24:49 Supporting school kids
27:00 Lunch at Dinda's house
29:00 Gift for fishermen
31:03 Pak Jago - Local legend
33:54 Giveaway from KAHF
37:23 Outro
37:53 Bloopers
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