Letti Islands

Islands Small Maluku island group in eastern Indonesia

Cluster of islands in Maluku province, eastern Indonesia, offering remote beaches, coral reefs and village-to-village boat travel; visitors seek diving, snorkelling and local fishing cultures.

The Letti Islands (often rendered Leti or Letti) are a small group of islands in the Maluku province of eastern Indonesia, within the broad Maluku island region. They are part of the maritime area of Southwest Maluku and are characterised by small coastal communities.

The islands are primarily local in orientation, with economies based on fishing and small-scale agriculture and limited visitor infrastructure. They are of interest for regional travel and for studies of local languages and maritime culture.

Historically the Maluku islands were part of the wider spice-producing region that attracted European colonial powers, and the Letti group lies within that historical maritime context. Administrative control in modern times falls under Maluku provincial authorities.

The group sits in eastern Indonesia within the Banda Sea region; coordinates place them in the Maluku archipelago of eastern Indonesia.

Tips for Visiting Letti Islands #

Plan travel for the local dry season (roughly late April/May through September) when sea conditions in the Banda/Maluku region are calmer and inter‑island boat services are more reliable.
Arrange boat transfers well in advance from larger regional hubs (Ambon or other nearby Maluku towns) because scheduled services are infrequent and charter options may be required; confirm landing points and local permissions beforehand.