Sulawesi
Day 1 Kendari
After arriving at the airport of Kendari, you will be brought to the hotel. This is the capital of the rugged Southeast Sulawesi, the city has long been used as a trading port for Bajonese and Buginese sailors. Walk around and discover the beautiful city.
Day 2 Kendari
Today you include a visit to the Air Terjung Kambu waterfall which is located at the foot of the Kambu Mountain. Make a relaxing walk around the waterfall. This impressive waterfall is over 100 meters high and the lake, where the crystal clear water falls in, is an ideal place for a refreshing dip. Followed by a visit to the Batu Gong beach that lies 20 km from Kendari. It is a beautiful sandy beach with crystal clear water and big rocks on the beach. When you hit the stones they sound like a traditional musical instrument, the gong.
Day 3 Kendari - Raha
In the early morning you leave the hotel to be brought to the port. A boat departs to Raha that lies on Pulau Muna. Raha is mainly known for its cave paintings, lagoons and horse fights. In the afternoon a visit is made to Napabale. This is a beautiful lagoon, located between Pulau Muna and Pulau Buton and connected to the sea by a natural tunnel. Take a walk through the beautiful surroundings. Next, you will make a cruise on the lagoon and while sailing, you can probably see brightly coloured coral fish swim. Afterwards you will pay another visit to Pantai Melerua, known for its unusual rock formations.
Day 4 Raha
After breakfast you will admire the Mabolu caves that are located in a picturesque surrounding, with beautiful walled gardens and plantations. The caves are rarely visited by Western tourists, make an impressive walk around. Liang Toko is one of the most important caves. Descend hundreds of feet and you will get in one of the rooms to see the prehistoric cave paintings.
Day 5 Raha
At dawn a visit is made to the Motonunu Lake. This lake is known for its clean, crystal clear water. It is located at the Napabale Lake, which is possible to also visit. Meet the Mother Nature of the Raha Island.
Day 6 Raha
Today is for leisure. Take walks around Raha and enjoy the day. Feel the unique energy that Raha has to offer.
Day 7 Raha - Bau Bau
The sunrises and sounds of nature open the morning. A speedboat will leave after breakfast to Bau Bau. It is an experience in itself to sail through the Strait of Buton at high speed. Bau Bau was a very important stopover for shipping between Makassar and the spice islands of the Moluccas. Moreover, a visit is made to the Kraton, an old fortress from the 16th century. The well-preserved walls extend around the top of the hill and an old rusty cannon with the coat of arms of the VOC lies along the walls. From the hill you have a beautiful view of the city and the bay. Followed by a trip to Pantai Nirvana with swaying palm trees on the silvery beach. You can relax the rest of the afternoon at the beach and of course you have the opportunity to swim in the azure sea. In the evening there is a breath taking sunset.
Day 8 Bau Bau - Kendari
After breakfast, you will go to the harbour to go by speedboat back to Kendari. Along the way you can enjoy Mother Nature. Discover the surroundings and be surprised. After arrival in Kendari, there is a transfer to the hotel before heading to the beach.
Day 9 Kendari
Today you sail to Bungkutoko Island. Upon arrival in Bungkutoko fishing villages are passed with many traditional houses. Meet the locals and feel the unique energy and love. In the afternoon you sail back to Kendari.
Day 10 Kendari
After breakfast you leave for the airport. Say goodbye to the beautiful Southeast Sulawesi. End of your wonderful trip.Price starting from € 1.125,- p.p.
* The arrangement as described can be booked as a private or as a group journey.
* Due to weather conditions the program can be changed
* The journey includes hotel or cottage accommodation with breakfast
* Transfer by private car
* Additional options can be arranged, such as:
- International or Domestic flights |