Useful Infos

How to Reach Us?

While the resort is nestled in nature’s heart, adding to its charm, Ambon is an island regularly served by several airlines from Jakarta, Makassar, Bali (via Jakarta or Makassar).

Our team will be happy to assist you in finding your domestic flights.

Upon arrival, a hotel representative will welcome you at Pattimura Airport (AMQ) and transport you to the resort by sea (15 minutes). If the weather plays tricks on us, in that case, the transfer will be by car (45 minutes to 1 hour).

Airlines from Jakarta: Garuda, Citilink, Batik Air, Lion Air.
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Currency:

The Indonesian currency is the Rupiah (IDR). The exchange rate:

• 1 EURO is approximately 15,000 IDR
• 1 USD is approximately 14,000 IDR
• 1 CHF is approximately 16,000 IDR

Day’s rate: https://www.xe.com

The resort accepts payments by VISA, in cash on-site, by bank transfer, or Wise.

Entry Requirements for Indonesia:

Indonesia has lifted all its health restrictions.

Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after the return date.

The passport must have at least 2 blank pages.

Upon arrival in Indonesia, you must be able to present a return flight.

The VISA (VOA – Visa On Arrival) can be purchased at the airport upon your arrival in Jakarta. The fee is 500,000 IDR/person.

It is now possible to obtain your visa before departure. The website becomes operational 3 days before your flight: https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/
In this case, the address to provide is: AMBON DIVE RESORT – Kota Ambon, Maluku – Indonesia 97118.

As of September 1, 2025, Indonesia has simplified arrival procedures with All Indonesia, a single digital platform that now brings together, in one process: Immigration, Customs, Health & Quarantine. The declaration must be completed online within the 3 days prior to arrival, at
https://allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id or via the All Indonesia mobile app. A QR code is then generated and must be presented upon arrival to facilitate airport procedures and entry into the country.

There is a 2-hour time difference (later) compared to Jakarta and 1 hour compared to Bali.

Health:

Malaria is present in the Moluccas, but no cases are reported in Ambon. We advise you to bring mosquito repellent.

No specific vaccines are required (other than the 11 mandatory French vaccines).

There are clinics and hospitals in Ambon. However, evacuation in case of a significant accident should be considered.

In 2017, a DAN-standard Hyperbaric Chamber was built in Ambon. It is operated by the navy, open year-round, every day, and accessible to the public. We recommend DAN-type insurance.