Tual and Langgur are twin cities that are connected by a bridge and they make up the capital cities of the Kai islands as a major transportation hub.
The tourist amenities are pretty standard but better than a lot of places in Indonesia. There is little in the way of tourist attractions and not an abundance of things to do, and most people visit these towns at the start of their journey either by boat or plane.
The island itself is made from a coral reef that has emerged from the sea to form an island and the majority of the inhabitants are Muslim. There are cultured pearls in the region, and Tual and Langgur both have a few accommodation choices and some shops to explore.
The Hanging Bridge is the main attraction in the twin cities and it acts as a link between Langgur and Fair Island. The clear waters around the cities make for great swimming and the marine life is vibrant with many species of fish to be spotted, even from the bridge.
Travel to Tual and Langgur- getting there
The nearest international airport is in Jakarta and there are regular flights to Ambon in Maluku that take 3 hours. From Ambon the easiest route to Tual is by plane that will take about 2 hours but there are slow ferries that also run the route.
In brief
Worth it? If you are staying on the Kai islands then it is worth making the trip even if it is only for a day.
What to do: see the bridge, swimming and snorkeling.
How long? A day or two.
Tual and Langgur attractions
- Hanging Bridge: a bridge that connects Langgur to Fair Island with great views of Tual and down into the clear waters below.
Tual and Langgur side trips
- Kai Besar: a nearby island that is mountainous with dense forest, with most of the attractions based on the pretty coastal area.