Mount Tongkoko

Mount Tongkoko is a stratovolcano in Bitung City standing roughly 1150 meters high with an elongated summit crater. Its eastern flank features a flat lava dome called Batu Angus that shapes the mountain's distinctive profile.

The mountain's last eruption was recorded in 1880, bringing an end to its active phase during that era. Since then it has remained dormant, with the landscape bearing the marks of that long period of quiet.

The volcano holds deep meaning for local communities who see it as part of their identity and connection to the land. Visitors walking through the area often notice how the slopes and surroundings are woven into daily conversations and local traditions.

Visiting the volcano is best done with a local guide who knows the trails and can explain what you are seeing. Plan to go during the drier months when conditions underfoot are more stable and the walk is more enjoyable.

The surrounding forests are home to rare animals like crested macaques and tiny nocturnal tarsiers found nowhere else on Earth. These habitats are so isolated that many travelers are surprised by the creatures they encounter during a walk.

Location: Bitung City

Elevation above the sea: 1,149 m

GPS coordinates: 1.51231,125.19524

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23