Banda Islands

Overview of the Banda Islands

This is a small volcanic archipelago in the Moluccas, popular with divers. You can also hike up Gunung Api, the archipelago’s highest point (667 m).

Key facts

• Type of place: archipelago.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Location:

• Local time: Heure : 21255

• Number of islands: 10.

• Main island: Banda Neira.

• Population: 18,544 (2012).

• Area: 45.6 km².

• Highest point: Gunung Api (667 m).

• Coastline:

• Website: wejusttravel.com/banda-islands/

History of the Banda Islands

Environment of the archipelago

Wildlife and flora

Precautions

What to see and do in the Banda Islands

In the surrounding area

Climate and weather

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Food

Useful addresses

Further reading