Explore the Marine Forests
On south Sulawesi you plunge into a world of mangroves and corals. Free your soul and watch the kingfisher fish!
Puntondo is situated on a particularly flat section of coast that is home to unique flora and fauna. Mangroves and a rich fish and marine world are part of this habitat. The PPLH provides an ideal starting point from which to explore the surroundings. The 3-hectare site lies directly on the beach with all buildings in traditional style. From the terrace of the restaurant one's view sweeps far across the open sea.
Getting there:
Public buses service only part of the road to Puntondo. You can book the small PPLH Puntondo bus in Makassar. The 2-hour drive will give you a first impression of South Sulawesi.
Accomodation:
PPLH Puntondo offers a few traditional bungalows with a good standard. The restaurant spoils guests with a local and fresh menu. If you like fish, you are in the right place!
Activities:
• Long walks on the beach
• Snorkelling the flat coral reef
• Visiting the mangrove forests
• Visiting a Bagang, the traditional fishing platform
• Walk around Puntondo including a visit with villagers
• Booking more environmental education programmes
• Visiting a coral farm
Public buses service only part of the road to Puntondo. You can book the small PPLH Puntondo bus in Makassar. The 2-hour drive will give you a first impression of South Sulawesi.
Accomodation:
PPLH Puntondo offers a few traditional bungalows with a good standard. The restaurant spoils guests with a local and fresh menu. If you like fish, you are in the right place!
Activities:
• Long walks on the beach
• Snorkelling the flat coral reef
• Visiting the mangrove forests
• Visiting a Bagang, the traditional fishing platform
• Walk around Puntondo including a visit with villagers
• Booking more environmental education programmes
• Visiting a coral farm