MARATUA - Borneo’s Most Exotic Island (Derawan, East Kalimantan)

In today’s video, I go on an epic 3-week expedition to Maratua Island, Borneo’s most exotic island in East Kalimantan. There I uncover the wonders of this exotic paradise. From thrilling encounters with Whale sharks and Sea turtles to discovering hidden gems, like free diving in caves filled with crystal blue water, this video is adventure packed! The Derawan Islands has a lot to offer! Besides Maratua, I visit the nearby Sangalaki and their famous turtle sanctuary, along with Kakaban islands, with it’s massive secluded lake filled with stingless jellyfish. Witnessing the island’s conservation efforts, I was touched by the organisation ’Yayasan Kalasahan’ who teaches local kids English right on the beach. Together with my sponsor, Fuchs Indonesia, we gave them a memory they won’t forget anytime soon. Venturing off the beaten path, we discover secluded beaches, secret coves, and mystical caves, each revealing the incredibly beauty of this paradise Island. And of course, we explore some of the world-famous dive sites that have made Maratua a diver’s paradise. Get ready for breathtaking underwater vistas and encounters with some of it’s incredible marine life. I will also show you the 3 best places to stay on the island, as I try them all. Tropical paradise, famous dives sites and very few tourists, what’s not to like? Don’t miss out on this unforgettable adventure! 🐋 Whaleshark trip w. Hadi & the boys: ALL LINKS: 👕 Buy my KH T-shirt: 📸 360 Camera Promo (FREE accessories): 🎵 30-days FREE TRIAL copyright free music: 💻 BEST program for making Thumbnails: ⭐️ Join My Community “Orang Baik“ - ⛽ Support Macan with some Gasoline - 🏥 Best Insurance for Travellers - 📱 SOCIAL MEDIA 📱 📸 Follow my Instagram - 🕺 Follow my TikTok - @thekristianhansen 🌏 My website - ▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 0:00 Intro 0:37 The journey from Bontang to Berau 2:54 Getting from Berau to Maratua island 7:22 Arriving at Maratua 09:00 Check-in at Arasatu Villas 12:00 Mr. Bambangs motorcycles 14:55 Catching dinner w. the locals 17:42 Payung Payung sunset & airport 19:16 Excursion to Sangalaki Island 22:54 The Turtle Sanctuary 26:16 The Jellyfish Island, Kakaban. 29:41 Yayasan Kalasahan Maratua 33:31 The Blue Lake (Goa Halo Tabung) 38:41 Check-in Sienna Resort (Island) 43:25 The Beach (hidden) 45:44 Giving back time 48:35 Whale shark Tour 52:39 Hidden gem (Blue Cave) 54:12 Sea Turtles everywhere! 57:10 Nabucco Dive Resort 58:38 Diving heaven! 1:00:10 Outro #Maratua #borneo #kalimantantimur