We’ve walked to the beach  in Batu Putih beside Tangkoko. Ooh it’s very hot black sand. I’ve got sturdy sandals but yikes, my feet sink deeper than the soles and  the sand burns something awful. The boats  are really nice. We sit  in the shade enjoying their colours and elegance.  And there is  a floating…

After our forest walk, Steve and I split from the group, left the others to go home. It’s a small village, weren’t sure what we’d find for lunch but wanted to explore. We walked past a small stand with a woman cooking. I was curious . And she had a lovely smile . A table…

We are now in Batu putih village at the of  Tangkoko National Park.  We have two Guided  tours booked. Our guide  Roy met us at 6am wearing rubber boots my new word rubber boots -sepatu tinggi  translates as tall shoes. Not far from the entry Roy pointed out our this  palm being tapped for making  palm…