Pulo Cinta, Sand beach and islet in Boalemo, Indonesia.
Pulo Cinta is an islet in Boalemo with wooden bungalows built on stilts over shallow waters and connected by elevated walkways. The resort sits in the Gulf of Tomini with sand floors visible beneath the water surface.
The location has roots in the colonial era when it served as a meeting point between local rulers and foreign traders. This historical role shaped how the region is understood as a place of exchange.
Local fishermen maintain traditional fishing methods in the waters surrounding Pulo Cinta, supplying fresh catches to the resort's kitchen.
Reaching this location requires flying to Jalaluddin Airport followed by a road journey and a short boat ride to the islet. Visitors should expect shallow water conditions and sandy bottoms, making water shoes a practical choice for wading.
The sandy landmass takes the shape of a heart during the dry season, matching the name Pulo Cinta which means love in Indonesian. This distinctive form appears and disappears with seasonal water level changes throughout the year.
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