Asian Trails - Explore Indonesia

EXPLORE INDONESIA

Welcome to Explore Indonesia, a curated guide showcasing some of the best travel products we have on offer that also create direct benefits for local communities and the natural environment.

These products include activities, experiences, restaurants and transportation. We are confident there will be something of interest for all types of travellers within this guide. Asian Trails is on a mission to make sustainable travel mainstream and the positive impact products within this guide will help you create itineraries that are better for travellers and for local people and places. This is the winning combination sustainable travel creates.

The following pages cover Indonesia’s most-visited destinations, as well as those more off the beaten path places where we believe tourism can contribute to economic development and environmental conservation.

OVERVIEW

This captivating country of over 17,000 islands delivers exceptional tourism experiences that are as varied as the diverse land and seascape. Stretching 5,000-km across the equator, Indonesia is home to over 500 ethnic groups, globally unique wildlife, abundant historical sites and ancient customs. From hiking up active volcanoes, observing orangutans in their native environment, to exploring the world’s largest Buddhist temple, the leisure opportunities across the world’s largest archipelago are immense. Every taste is catered for, including some of the best diving – Indonesia contains 20 per cent of the planet’s coral reefs.

Wildlife explorers can search for the famed komodo dragon, a Jurassic like creature that is only found in this country. For sheer relaxation, Bali and

the idyllic Gili Islands offer pristine sand and sea.

Beyond the tourist hotspots lies undiscovered territory waiting to be explored. Indonesia is rightly labelled as home to ‘some of the last great adventures on Earth!’ This Explore Indonesia brochure showcases our sustainable and responsible tourism activities. These have been designed to benefit our host communities and their environment.

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THINGS TO KNOW

IN THIS GUIDE

Experiences:

Explore our engaging and rewarding excursions packed with inspirational experiences which provide positive benefits for local communities. Our guests can participate in cultural learning activities that make a difference by contributing to local development.

Dining:

Peruse diverse eateries which reflect our commitment to responsible travel. We promote locally owned eateries that use locally sourced ingredients and at affordable prices, thereby helping travellers make better choices about how to eat more sustainably, including a selection of vegan and vegetarian options.

WESTERN INDONESIA

MALAYSIA

Western Indonesia is home to exotic Sumatra, an island of lush tropical rainforests and bubbling active volcanoes. This is a travel haven for nature-lovers, with 11 national parks, including Gunung Leuser, an 8,000 sq-km reserve containing elephants and rhinos.

Kalimantan is Indonesia’s share of Borneo, an island of expansive jungles and indigenous tribes. Covering an area of 540,000 sq-km, it represents nearly 30 per cent of the country’s land mass but barely six per cent of the population live in this location, providing vast tracts of unpopulated land for adventurers to roam.

A visit to Tanjung Puting National Park’s orangutan sanctuaries is highly recommended.

Java, the archipelago’s most densely-populated island, is the nation’s heartland.

It offers abundant cultural pursuits, such as learning the art of batik at the Jakarta Textile Museum, participating in a Javanese cuisine cooking class or exploring the expansive 9th century Prambanan Temple Complex by bike.

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PHILIPPINES

Asian Trails office

Kalimantan

Sumatra East Java

WEST INDONESIA

Jakarta Yogyakarta

Local Villages on Samosir Island

The beauty of Samosir Island is revealed, including cultural discovery, through a guided insight into the tribes and ancient traditions inherent to this island. The excursion includes a visit to a traditional Batak village containing ancient megalith stone formations and the viewing of native folk dances.

Local villages directly benefit from tourist visits that contribute to community development and provide opportunities to showcase local culture.

4-6 HOURS

Trekking in Gunung Leuser

Escape to pristine nature in Northern Sumatra’s Gunung Leuser National Park. This is one of the planet’s most biologically diverse conservation areas and it is home to exotic wildlife. Activities include hikes through virgin rainforests, swimming in rock pools and encounters with orangutans in their native environment.

Entrance fees support conservation of the national park and local guides share expert knowledge.

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Tanjung Puting National Park

Spend multiple days observing Borneo’s loveable orangutans. A memorable moment is watching them swing through the treetops to collect food left by rangers for their morning feed. A short boat ride to Camp Leakey reveals a pioneering research centre dedicated to this endangered animal’s conservation.

This tour contributes to the conservation of endangered orangutans and the forests they call home.

Batik Workshop in Jakarta

The Jakarta Textile Museum is one of the best places in the country to learn about batik. This fun and educational activity involves instruction into designing a pattern and dyeing the fabric. Most provinces have their own regional style of batik and the museum provides a comprehensive overview of the different styles.

Learn about one of Indonesia’s most traditional arts in this educational museum.

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6 HOURS

Javanese Cooking Class

Get a true taste of Yogyakarta from a cooking class that provides an insight into authentic Javanese cuisine. Rather than flashy presentations, the instruction focuses on sharing heritage recipes and the unique intricacies of the island’s dishes. This is an excellent activity that will leave appetites satisfied and minds enriched.

Learn to cook local cuisine from an expert chef who shares their knowledge in a hands-on way.

Cycling Tour at Kotagede

The heritage-infused streets of Kotagede are explored by bicycle on an excursion that reveals ancient history, including Masjid Gede, the ‘great mosque’, which dates back to 1575. This Yogyakarta neighbourhood is also home to the Royal Cemetery where the remains of the first king of Mataram and his family lay.

Cycle and walk around to reduce your carbon footprint and enjoy a more immersive experience.

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Becak Malioboro Tour

Experience Yogyakarta from a local’s perspective on an excursion that replicates a typical citizen’s daily life. The tour by bicycle rickshaw provides an insight into how residents apply traditional culture to their daily lives, ranging from languages to beliefs and ancient rituals. Sampling authentic food is a key component of the highly immersive experience.

Travelling by bicycle rickshaw directly supports one driver per traveller.

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Batik Workshop by Batik Seno

Take home a unique souvenir after joining a fascinating batik workshop. Batik was inscribed on UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list in 2009 because of its importance in the daily lives of Indonesians and this activity reveals why. After basic instruction, participants bring to life their own wearable form of art.

This hands-on workshop allows participants to learn about one of Indonesia’s most traditional arts direct from a local expert.

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Ramayana Ballet Performance

A perfect evening combines a high-end Javanese dinner with a ballet performance that brings to life the Ramayana epic. Stories carved onto countless temple walls take on a human form in an enchanting show that involves dance, music, drama and song, all enhanced with special costumes and a dramatic stage setting.

Combine entertainment and education during this night out.

Prambanan Discovery by Bike

Pedal power propels guests to the 9th century Prambanan Temple Complex of 240 ancient shrines. Along the way, a glimpse into provincial agricultural life is provided as riders learn how traditional techniques are still employed to cultivate the land, such as the use of buffaloes and organic fertilisers.

Explore the temples and surrounding area in an eco-friendly way and learn about traditional farming techniques directly from local farmers.

6 HOURS

Borobudur by Bike

A cycle ride to Borobudur, the world’s largest Buddhist temple, reveals idyllic rural life and ancient architecture. Spread over 60,000 sq-m and built in the 8th century, this magnificent structure pierces through a patchwork of verdant rice paddies. The exploration involves cycling on pathways to remote villages to meet friendly locals.

Cycling around Borobudur provides an eco-friendly option to explore the surrounding area more immersively.

Selogriyo Trek & Temple Discovery

Spectacular scenery and ancient architecture are revealed on a 90-minute trek through rural Java. The highlight is a visit to 9th century Selogriyo Temple, an elevated shrine with panoramic views of rice fields cascading down hillsides in neat formations. A visit is also made to the OHD Museum, a treasure trove of contemporary art.

Trekking with a local guide provides valuable insight, as does the art museum visit.

4 HOURS

Candi Rejo Village Explored

Take a break from modern life with a visit to rural Candi Rejo village, a place where age-old traditions flourish. The discovery reveals customs, arts, handicrafts, traditional health practices and ancient agricultural techniques. Instruction into playing the gamelan concludes this enjoyable excursion.

Activities in the village directly supports local community members to showcase their culture.

Weaving at Rumah Tenun Magelang

Delve into the art of weaving at the Rumah Tenun Magelang handicraft centre. The presentation includes a walk through a garden that yields plant fibres used in the weaving process and observation of workers combining natural thread until a piece of woven cloth is produced. Excellent textile products can be bought for souvenirs.

Learn about one of Indonesia’s traditional arts in a deep and meaningful way.

4 HOURS

City Tour by Becak

A ride in a classic becak, cycle rickshaw, offers a close-up perspective of Malang’s finest buildings. The journey takes in the landmark Ijen Cathedral, the Dutchinfluenced Ijen Boulevard and the Tugu Monument. A highlight is a stop at the Eng An Kiong Chinese temple, a shrine that dates back nearly 200 years.

Travelling by cycle rickshaw directly supports one driver per traveller, creating positive economic impacts for local community members.

Malang Waterfall Tour

Mighty waterfalls are revealed in all their glory on this inspiring excursion. First is Kapas Biru, an expansive fall enveloped by dense jungle. Also visited are Goa Tetes, where an invigorating natural shower is enjoyed and Tumpak Sewu, ‘the finest waterfall in Indonesia’, which looks even more impressive viewed from an elevated platform.

Exploring the waterfalls with an expert local guide makes for a more immersive and educational experience.

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$$ = 4-7 USD per dish

$$$ = 8-11 USD per dish

$$$$ = 12+ USD per dish

Ndalem Kaneman $$$$

Eat like royalty at Ndalem Kaneman! This venue adjoins the residence of the Yogyakarta prince and it has palace approval to serve traditional Javanese dishes favoured by royals. Our Indonesia team can enhance the experience with traditional dance and gamelan music performances.

Sekar Kedhaton $$$

Food with history and heritage is served at Sekar Kedhaton. Elements of the Mataram dynasty are included in the presentation. Additionally, the restaurant is decorated with traditional arts and ornaments portraying the Mataram era. Bakar lembaran (spiced grilled chicken) is one of the authentic dishes passed down through the generations.

Prince Joyokusumo’s House (Gadri Resto) $$

Gadri is a Javanese word meaning a family gathering room. This fine establishment is famed for its authentic family-style meals, such as nasi blawong, a spiced rice and chicken dish marinated with abundant sweet and spicy sauces. This special meal is served to the sultan every year on his birthday.

Swarung Resto Yogya $$

Swarung Resto is within a unique joglo building. In highly hierarchical Javanese culture, these properties have roofs that reflect the social and economic status of the owner. Set amid the greenery of rice paddies, this is a delightful place to eat.

CENTRAL INDONESIA

Bali is the jewel of Central Indonesia.

Away from the sophisticated resorts and nightlife, the island’s original charm still flourishes among cascading hillside rice paddies,ornate temples and idyllic rural countryside. For an authentic experience, participate in a traditional Balinese wedding ceremony in a unique architectural building.

Lombok offers abundant adventure activities, such as a hike up Mount Rinjani. Situated north-west of Lombok, the tropical paradise Gili Islands offer exceptional dive sites and pristine beaches.

Flores has an untouched landscape of multi-coloured volcanic lakes, waterfalls and caves. West of Flores lies Komodo, a rugged island that is home to the prehistoric like komodo dragon.

Sumba is an island rich with cultural heritage, including Praijing village where locals live in distinctive homes with towering roofs that indicate their social status within the community.

Sulawesi’s northern region is home to Tangkoko Nature Reserve, an expansive sanctuary containing abundant wildlife and the three towering volcanic peaks of Tangkoko, Dua Saudara and Batu Angus.

MAP INFORMATION

PHILIPPINES

Asian Trails office

Destinations

WEST INDONESIA

CENTRAL INDONESIA

6 HOURS

Balinese Cooking Class

Discover the secrets of authentic Balinese cuisine in a fun cooking class. This activity starts at a traditional market to source the freshest ingredients. Detailed coaching from a Balinese chef then turns novices into credible cooks. The most enjoyable part is sitting down to enjoy the food created in the class.

Learn about Balinese cuisine directly from an expert local chef.

Cooking Class by Rumah Desa

Traditional Balinese life is revealed on this engaging excursion. Highlights include a visit to a traditional Balinese house to learn about Indonesian architectural design techniques influenced by ancient philosophies and being taught to cook Balinese cuisine. Enjoying the meal in a beautiful home with the host family concludes a perfect day.

Delve into Indonesian cuisine and absorb Balinese architecture.

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6 HOURS

8 HOURS

Balinese Culinary Experience

Gain an insight into Balinese specialities and take home a new skill after participation in a cooking class. The instruction includes a visit to a market to purchase fresh produce, followed by a traditional Balinese breakfast. The instruction is conducted in an open-air kitchen in a quaint garden setting.

Absorb the island’s culture and cuisine and interact with the local people.

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Batur Village Cycling

Bali’s rural beauty is unveiled on an ecofriendly cycling excursion through sublime countryside. After tea in a picturesque village, riders set off on mountain bikes with stops at points of interest, including ancient temples. Authentic Balinese food is enjoyed at the end of the ride.

Exploring the villages of Bali by bicycle not only reduces carbon emissions, it also creates opportunities for connections with the locals.

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Rafting on Ayung River

Experience an adrenaline surge while white-water rafting the swirling rapids of the Ayung River. The journey takes rafters alongside dense tropical rainforests and deep gorges, with views of traditional Balinese agricultural life in the paddy fields. A welcoming buffet lunch is served at the end.

This is a low-impact adventure activity with the rapids dictating the journey rather than a motor.

History of Iconic Balinese Food

Enjoy the culture, customs and cuisine of Bali during discovery of the antiquities near the Pakerisan River. The tour includes three sacred temples that played an important role in the development of Balinese Hinduism. A suckling pig lunch is served at the home of a local cultural expert, with vegetarian options.

Learn about and experience traditional Balinese cuisine with a local family (vegetarian option available).

Little Rainbow Forest Lake

Take a break from Bali’s beaches and view a different side of the island. The exploration includes a trek through a rainforest in the island’s interior and a canoe trip across a sacred lake. After a picnic lunch, a short hike to a waterfall is rewarded with a refreshing swim.

Exploring Bali’s nature with an expert local guide makes for a more immersive and educational experience.

Village Wedding Ceremony

Celebrate a classic Balinese wedding conducted in an iconic architectural setting. This entertaining cultural experience includes a purification ceremony of body and soul, a fortune teller’s reading, a makeover with traditional wedding attire, the main matrimonial ceremony and a wedding feast, all conducted in a Balinese family’s traditional housing compound.

Immerse in Balinese culture and contribute towards the costs of a happy wedding.

5-6 HOURS

Bali Eco Walk

Fascinating alternative healing techniques are revealed during an enlightening hike though a forest packed with restorative plants. The expert guide introduces the uninitiated to flora which can be used for both first-aid and the treatment of longterm ailments. The discovery includes exploration of an extensive labyrinth of caves.

A local guide shows how plants can heal many ailments without the use of modern day pharmaceuticals.

Sangeh Village Cycling

Embark on a cycling adventure across a landscape dotted with picturesque farming villages, traditional Balinese housing compounds and ancient shrines. The expert guide will relate tales behind the rural terrain and its people, with multiple stops along the way. Refuelling refreshment breaks and lunch maintain riders’ energy levels.

Exploring the villages of Bali by bicycle not only reduces carbon emissions, guests get to meet the locals in their rural idyll.

Eat Pray Massage by Rumah Desa

An inspirational day of cultural exploration begins at a Balinese house where an insight is given into the practice of building homes that incorporate religious concepts. A spiritual journey follows with a healing session conducted by a revered shaman. With minds rejuvenated, a cooking class satisfies appetites, followed by a relaxing Balinese massage.

Learn to relax and rejuvenate in traditional Balinese style through the use of herbal ingredients.

A Day With Balinese

Life in a traditional rural commune is revealed on a tour packed with variety. Interaction with residents reveals how they produce everyday items, such as coconut oil, metal tools and mats sewn from pandanus leaves, all age-old traditions passed down through generations. Participation in these activities enhances the experience.

Involvement in activities organised by rural community members helps contribute to rural development in Bali.

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7-8 HOURS 8 HOURS

8 HOURS

Discovery of Balinese Life

All aspects of Balinese rural life are showcased in this hands-on excursion. This includes participation in a weaving activity, an insight into a 9th century irrigation system, the creation of traditional decorations from palm leaves, instruction into Balinese Sanskrit and the preparation of a native herbal drink.

All activities directly support local service providers who impart their expert knowledge.

Balinese Healing Journey

A different approach to health and wellbeing is undertaken through age-old practices. This includes tarot card and palm readings to identify a more positive life pathway, followed by a purification ritual to rid oneself of negative feelings. The aim is to control stress levels and gain inner peace.

Learn to heal in the traditional Balinese style through unique approaches.

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8 HOURS

Munti Gunung Trekking

A mountain hike to Munti Gunung’s remote villages provides residents with tourism income and visitors with the gratifying experience of helping needy people. Situated high on active volcano Mount Agung, the trek provides a sweeping view of a carpet of greenery unfolding across the landscape.

Local community members directly benefit from this hike, along with the surrounding nature that remains untouched.

Natural Dye Batik Class

Batik, the Indonesian technique of waxresist dyeing applied to textiles, is explored during a hands-on class conducted by an NGO. A visit to a botanical garden to see plants used in the sustainably sourced dyeing process is included. Guests also take home the creation of a unique personal design.

The NGO uses tourist income to support women, build livelihoods, revitalize traditions and conserve dye plant ecologies.

Coral Plantation in South Bali

The protection of turtles, corals and the ocean are showcased on an educational excursion in South Bali. Adopting a personalised coral that is placed in the sea by divers is the perfect activity to help this conservation project focused on the Nusa Penida Marine Protected Area.

Help conserve coral reefs that are an essential but dying part of the marine ecosystem.

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$ = 1-3 USD per dish

$$ = 4-7 USD per dish

$$$ = 8-11 USD per dish

$$$$ = 12+ USD per dish

Cafe Lotus $$$$

A family-run business that has been in operation for over 30 years, Cafe Lotus is famous for its authentic Indonesian dishes. All the food contains ingredients sourced from the owner’s land. The setting pays homage to Balinese culture and traditions, providing an exceptional dining experience.

Bebek Bengil Restaurant $$

Nestled in an idyllic setting of verdant rice paddies, this is the perfect place to absorb rural nature. It is named after a procession of ducks that emerged from surrounding fields during the opening day ceremony. The menu is a tapestry of flavours, featuring dishes from Bali, Indonesia and across the world.

Ngiring Ngewedang $$$

Offering spectacular views from its mountain top vantage point, this restaurant and coffee shop is highly recommended. Besides a menu packed with local and international favourites, the coffee is exceptional; this venue has been a coffee roasting centre of locally sourced beans since 1998.

Gong Jatiluwih $$

Visitors to the UNESCO-listed Jatiluwih rice terraces have a convenient restaurant to enjoy traditional Balinese cuisine, enhanced with modern culinary approaches. Set within rice paddies and styled with a thatched roof, this rustic eatery blends in perfectly with the surrounding area.

PRICE GUIDE

$ = 1-3 USD per dish

$$ = 4-7 USD per dish

$$$ = 8-11 USD per dish

$$$$ = 12+ USD per dish

Taman Dedari $$$

More of an event space than a restaurant, Taman Dedari offers a wealth of experiences. Positioned in a landscaped and expansive garden containing towering angel statues and serene fish ponds, this venue is a visual feast. The dining is accompanied by traditional Balinese dance performances and music from a live band.

Lereng Agung $$$

Purposely built with open sides to take in an amazing view of sprawling rice paddies and dense jungle, all framed by Mount Agung, this restaurant offers the best view of Bali’s highest peak. Diners can enjoy a buffet of Balinese specialities while observing the 3,000-metreshigh active volcano,

Casa Luna Ubud $$$

Idyllic island life is unveiled at this stylish restaurant adorned with classic Balinese furniture and textiles. The menu matches the sophisticated surroundings, with fusions of local cuisine and influences from afar, such as the Balinese-style paella. Vegan and vegetarian options are prominent and these contain organic ingredients hand-picked from the garden.

Mount Rinjani Trekking

A challenging, but highly rewarding, hike up Mount Rinjani is the ultimate adventure quest. A hike through plantations takes trekkers to the 3,726-metres-high active volcano, one of South-East Asia’s tallest peaks. Rinjani is located within Lombok’s Gunung Rinjani National Park where the flora and fauna of South-East Asia and Australasia meet.

An expert local guide directly benefits from this hike and the pristine nature remains protected.

5-6 HOURS

Labuan Bajo Cooking Class

Flores island’s traditional cuisine is explored on an immersive foodie experience. The activities include a traditional cooking class at a community-based farm-totable restaurant, with food prepared local style over an outdoor open-fire. This is a more rustic experience compared to more mainstream cooking classes.

Learn about traditional cuisine with a rustic twist directly from an expert local chef.

Day Trip in Komodo

The search for Komodo dragons, the world’s largest lizard, is the highlight of a day tour to Komodo Island. The adventure includes a trek to the island’s peak to soak up magnificent views. The exploration also includes Pink Beach, a startling stretch of pink sand coloured by red coral fragments.

Entrance fees support the conservation of the national park and a local guide helps to create an educational experience.

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Sunrise in Waerebo

Get a fascinating insight into Mbaru Niang homes during a visit to Waerebo at sunrise. These residences are unique to this village as they have been phased out elsewhere through modernisation. UNESCO has bestowed an award of excellence to the villagers for a community approach to preserving their rich heritage. Interaction with the locals reveals their age-old traditions.

Spending time with local families creates direct benefits for these host communities.

Ratenggaro Village

A stroll around Ratenggaro village reveals an idyllic location set in an oceanside setting with very unique houses. The homes have straw towers that reach up to 20 metres, with the height of each property based on the resident’s social status. The exploration includes some nearby mysterious graves.

This is not just an observation of village life, local community members, including a guide, benefit directly from visits.

Praijing Village

A visit to Praijing village reveals distinctive homes that have iconic, towering roofs. These structures are an indication of the residents’ importance in the community, the higher the structure, the greater the status. Some locals may invite visitors inside to view the interior layouts.

This is not just an observation of village life, local community members, including a guide, benefit directly from visits.

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Tangkoko Nature Reserve Trekking

Soak up North Sulawesi’s bounty of breathtaking natural beauty on a four-hour exploration. Known for its top dive sites and commanding volcanoes, the island’s northern region is also home to Tangkoko Nature Reserve, a sanctuary containing a wealth of wildlife and the three towering peaks of Tangkoko, Dua Saudara and Batuangus.

Entrance fees support the conservation of the nature reserve and a local guide helps to create a rewarding educational experience.

EASTERN INDONESIA

Eastern Indonesia provides some of the best adventure exploration opportunities on the planet.

Compared to the tourism hotspots of Bali and Lombok, visitor numbers are far less, providing a more intimate connection with the landscape and the indigenous tribes who live in this region.

Besides heritage and age-old customs, an incredible diversity of wildlife and natural beauty also lies waiting to be discovered.

The area’s rainforests and mountains are home to a variety of creatures, including tree kangaroos and exotic birds of paradise.

The ultimate way to absorb Indonesia’s eastern archipelago is a 10-day cruise of the stunning Raja Ampat Archipeligo, a true paradise location of jungle-clad islands circled by pristine white beaches.

A voyage of a lifetime includes stops at dives sites that are home to colourful reefs and abundant tropical fish species. Kayaks, paddle boards and snorkelling gear enable exclusive independent exploration.

Evenings are spent dining al fresco onboard a luxury vessel.

Cruise in Raja Ampat

The Ombak Putih and Katharina are the perfect vessels to explore Indonesia’s vast archipelago. A 10-day exploration of the stunning Raja Ampat Islands provides the voyage of a lifetime, taking in colourful thriving reefs and jungle-clad islands circled by pristine white beaches. Kayaks, paddle boards and snorkelling gear enable independent exploration.

A shared passenger cruise is more eco-friendly than a private cruise due to reduced carbon emissions per passenger.

SUSTAINABLE TRAILS

Our most impactful excursions follow

ESTEEM principles

Eat Locally Stay Eco-friendly

Transport Alternatively

Experience Meaningfully

Empower Viably

Make a Difference

BALI

Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai, No. 260, Sanur, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia.

ETHICAL ANIMAL EXPERIENCES

All of our animal experiences are carefully vetted to ensure guests interact with our planet’s diverse species in responsible ways.

Our Actions on Animal Welfare

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

We strive to include local people in meaningful ways throughout our tours and recommend ways to have a positive social impact.

SAY ‘NO’ TO PLASTIC WASTE

We encourage guests to reduce single-use plastic waste by choosing to use reusable drinking bottles instead.

SUSTAINABLE PARTNERS

Together with other DMCs, we are working to identify our most sustainable hotel partners so our guests can have a positive impact even while sleeping.

POLICIES AND GUIDELINES

To find out more about our company policies, please follow the links below

Responsible Travel Annual Sustainability Report

Asian Trails Code of Conduct Child Protection Policy Supplier Code of Conduct Sustainability Policy

JAKARTA

Plaza Indonesia, GoWork, Level 5 Unit E021AB, Jl. M.H.

Thamrin No.Kav. 28-30 Daerah

Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10350

YOGYAKARTA

West Lake Resort, Jalan Ringroad Barat Bedog, Baturan, Trihanggo, Gamping, Sleman Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta 55291, Indonesia

LABUAN BAJO

Golo Koe RT 014 RW 004, Kelurahan/Desa Wae Kelambu,Kecamatan Komodo, Kabupaten Manggarai Barat, Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara 86754, Indonesia

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