Jikomalamo

North Maluku


A couple of kilometres past Sulamadaha, a lane runs right off the highway down to the secluded stilted village of Jikomalamo. There are some small sandy coves here for swimming and snorkelling, although be careful of the current, and a couple of simple restaurants. It's a pleasant spot to kick back for a few hours.


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