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Intan Homestay on stilts above clear turquoise water

Pulau Papan · Togean Islands · Indonesia

Come as a guest.
Feel like family.

A home above the sea, a place at our table,
and a family to help you feel at home.

Meet your island home

Selamat datang.
Our home is your home.

0°15′ S   122°05′ E
A FAMILY WELCOMELIFE ABOVE THE SEATAKEN CARE OF, TOGETHER

Make yourself at home

A home to share.
A family to know.

Welcome to our family home on Pulau Papan. Here, above the sea, you’re part of everyday island life: sharing meals, swapping stories, and settling into the gentle rhythm of our village.

We’re here to help with what you need, from meals and boat connections to a day out exploring. Your stay also supports our children’s education and our efforts to care for the coral reef.

Dian smiling with guests outside the wooden homestay
Dian sharing a smile with two young guests

Meet your host

One family.
A new beginning.

In August 2025, a friend had one family too many to host. Dian opened her door, with no plans for a homestay and not a word of English. That first family became the start of Intan Homestay.

These days, the welcome goes both ways. Dian shares her island home, and guests share little tips, like trying Duolingo. With every visit and conversation, her English grows a little more.

See you on the island.Dian & family · Intan Homestay

Say hello before you come
Aerial view of Pulau Papan village surrounded by reef and deep blue sea

Let the family take care of you

Settle in.
We’re here for you.

Tell us what you need and what you’d love to do. We’ll help you plan your days, arrange local outings, and find your way around. There’s always time to share a meal of fresh seafood and vegetables, learn a few local words, or simply sit together by the water.

Explore with our family

Island days, taken care of

You choose the pace.
We’ll help with the rest.

Tell our family what you’d love to explore. We take care of organising activities with you, including local guides and boat arrangements where needed.

Out on the water

Sea days.

Discover the blue world around our home.

  • SnorkellingExplore clear water, coral and colourful fish around the homestay.
  • Traditional fishingLearn about local methods for catching fish and octopus.
  • Jellyfish lakeAsk us to help plan a visit to the forest-fringed lake.

Across the island

Slow adventures.

Head out with local knowledge on your side.

  • Guided forest walksLook for birds, hidden bat caves, and perhaps a monkey along the way.
  • White-sand beachesFind a shore to explore, swim, or simply enjoy a quiet afternoon.

Close to home

Village life.

Get to know the place our family calls home.

  • Bajo villageDiscover daily life in a community shaped by the sea.
  • Local crafts & cultureFind coconut-shell spoons, shell necklaces, and traditional Bajo goggles. Learn a few local words with us.

Just ask us

Your days, with our help.

We’ll work out the details together: what you’d enjoy, the best timing, any guides or boats, and the cost before you decide. Activities depend on the weather and local availability.

Plan with the family
Local fisherman with his catch beside a wooden canoe
Locally made coconut-shell utensils and traditional goggles by the sea

A little closer to home

Small moments.
Island memories.

A room to settle into, a meal beside the water, and time to enjoy the world around you.

Fresh fish, rice and vegetables on a table above clear water
A yellow bed beside a window overlooking the sea
Wooden boardwalk across turquoise water on Pulau Papan
Blue-green fish swimming above golden branching coral
Stilt houses and a wooden walkway under a pink evening sky
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Before you arrive

A few island
essentials.

We’ll help you settle in. Here are a few things to know before you come.

Bring cash
Bring enough Indonesian rupiah for your stay. There is no ATM on the island.
Power after sunset
Electricity is generally available from 18:00 to 22:00. A generator is available when needed; check arrangements with us.
Wi-Fi & laundry
Paid Wi-Fi and laundry are available. Ask about current prices and what you need.
Respect local life
Pulau Papan is a Muslim fishing community. Please be considerate of local customs and help care for the reef.

The journey here

Find your way
to Pulau Papan.

Our welcome starts before you arrive. Tell the family where you’re coming from and we’ll help you check boat options and arrange the final part of your journey.

From Gorontalo

Via Wakai

Travel by public ferry to Wakai, then let us help arrange a local boat to Pulau Papan.

From Ampana

Boat connections

Ask about a speedboat to Wakai or a public boat connection to Pulau Papan.

From Luwuk / Bunta

Plan with us

Message us about your starting point so we can help clarify boat and pickup arrangements.

Boat services depend on current schedules and conditions. Confirm times and transfers with our family.

View the location

Your island days start here

There’s a place
for you here.

Message our family with your dates, how many people are coming, and anything you need help with. We’ll talk through your stay, meals, activities, and journey together.

“Surga yang selalu menantikanmu”
A paradise waiting to welcome you.

Say hello on WhatsApp You’ll plan and confirm your stay directly with our family.