Makassar

Played a key role in Indonesian history, Makassar has become the primary port, airline hub of the eastern archipelago of Indonesia and also an entry point to an adventurous tour to Tanjung Bira, Selayar, Tana Toraja highlands and others tourist destination at South Sulawesi. Nowadays Makassar is a bustling city with multicultural inhabitants. Makassar is not only offers culture and heritage attractions, but also adventurous journey as it owns Samalona Island, Kodingareng Keke, etc, which are ideal for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling or even diving.

For those who love historical journey, Makassar offers some interesting sites to visit such as Fort Rotterdam – the Old Dutch Fort built during the 1670’s, Paotere Harbor – where traditional Buginese sailing boats (phinisi) load and unload their cargo, Paotere Fish Market that is always interesting to see the local trade culture, and the Tomb of Sultan Hasanuddin – an Indonesian hero who has been famous for his exceptional bravery in his struggle against colonial encroachment.

Another best part of Makassar to explore is the culinary! Indulge your appetite with various tastes of delicious meals which can be found all over the city. Makassar is also a heaven for seafood lover. Your clients can have a chance to try some high-quality lobsters and crabs cooked in traditional recipes and enjoy the mouthwatering cuisine that cannot be found elsewhere.

Toraja

Has been famous about its tourism attractions, Toraja is actually an ethnic group indigenous to a mountainous region of South Sulawesi. The culture and rituals of this ethnic has grab world attention that make more and more people come to Tana Toraja nowadays. Tana Toraja offers an exotic adventure that performs the richness of its culture at off the beaten track. The uniqueness of this area is indeed so strong. There are so many authentic cultures and rituals of Toraja that your clients can see.

Tongkonan house is one of the most “must see” things in Toraja. The traditional Torajan ancestral houses which are stand high on wooden piles, topped with a layered split-bamboo roof and colored with red, blue and yellow painting. Some of these houses still beautifully decorated by buffalo horns in front the house. These ancient houses still well preserved by the local as they still use it for daily activities.

The funeral tradition in Toraja has been so much consuming tourist attention. Not only the burial ways but also the funeral ceremony is also so unique. In Toraja society, the funeral ritual is the most elaborate and expensive event. The death feast of a nobleman is usually attended by thousands and lasts for several days. A ceremonial site, called rante, is usually prepared in a large, grassy field where shelters for audiences, rice barns, and other ceremonial funeral structures. Flute music, funeral chants, songs and poems, and crying and wailing are traditional Toraja expressions of grief with the exceptions of funerals for young children, and poor, low-status adults. At this ceremony, there is a ritual of slaughtering water buffalo. Slaughtering tens of water buffalo and hundreds of pigs using a machete is the climax of the elaborate death feast, with dancing and music and young boys who catch spurting blood in long bamboo tubes. This ceremony is often held weeks, months, or years after the death. During the waiting period, the body of the deceased is wrapped in several layers of cloth and kept under the tongkonan. For the burial, Torajans has three methods of burial. First is the coffin  be laid in a cave, the second is in a carved stone grave and the third is hung on a cliff. These buried sites are also become a must visit for the tourist. What a dramatic ceremony!

Menhir stones as you ever seen at Asterix comic book can also be seen at Bori Kalimbuang Village. This Megalithic site has been so famous since more than a hundred stones (in many shapes) already found. Visit and feel the ancient atmosphere once you visit this area!

Toraja traditional ikat weaving is the main commodity that being livelihood for its people. The unique motifs in ikats generally represent ancestors or water buffaloes, but tend to be so abstract that the figurative can hardly be recognized. This dramatic design and the complexity of making this weaving make Ikat weaving quite expensive yet so beautiful. Nowadays, Ikat weaving has been used by world fashion designer as well as general people in so many forms of cloths.

As famous as its culture, Toraja Coffee is known as one of the tastiest coffee in Indonesia. To have a coffee journey, the tourist can visit Batutumong. This highland area offers beautiful landscape of 1.355 meters above sea level. Take time to have a light trekking in the country side through the paddy field and coffee plantations on foot will be a good option.  En-route people will also can enjoy and witness the old traditional houses and local people daily activities.

Wakatobi

Wakatobi is a little piece of heaven where people want to live in forever. Whether you are diving or snorkeling amongst vibrant protected coral reefs bristling with marine life, enjoying a the white sandy beach, taking in a glorious sunset, or perhaps indulging in a romantic beach nuance, Wakatobi provides a unique and enriching experience for those seeking recreation and relaxation.

Your clients will enjoy the tranquility and secluded atmosphere here at Wakatobi yet all marine attractions can be easily experienced. For those who love to dive, Wakatobi deliver the ultimate dive experience that has extensive perfect locations for diver to pick. Located at the world’s epicenter of coral reef biodiversity, Wakatobi owned the greatest variety and diversity of marine life. New and undocumented species continue to be discovered at Wakatobi. Experience Wakatobi and we guarantee your clients will back home with satisfaction and unforgettable moments.

Tanjung Bira

Tanjung Bira can be considered as one of the best beaches in Sulawesi. With enchanting panorama, white sandy beach, and spectacular underwater world, Tanjung Bira has been famous not only in Indonesia but also in foreign countries.

6 hours transfer from Makassar will be paid off by the beauty of the nature that offered by this lovely beach. Doesn’t like the other beach in Sulawesi, Tanjung Bira offers an ultimate diving experience. Enjoy the charming underwater world with thousands of fishes and colorful coral reefs while you dive. If you lucky, you may see sharks and turtles back and forth.

Is it off the beaten track? Yes it’s true! But it is absolutely worth it, though!

Puri Kelapa Cottages (Sanur)

Located in Sanur area, Puri Kelapa Cottages offers a comfortable and homey lodging.  Designed with Balinese touch, every room at Puri Kelapa Cottages has it owns charm. Surrounded by little green garden, the cottages are totally relaxing. Located only 4 minutes’ walk from Sanur beach, Puri Kelapa is an ideal place to stay for those who search middle level yet comfortable accommodation.

Don’t worry! High standard services are applied in this hotel. Swimming pool, laundry, wifi, boarding pass printing and bicycle rental, can be easily being reached. The guest can just relax enjoying their holidays without have to worry about the ordinary stuffs.

Tanjung Sari (Sanur)

The Tandjung Sari is an ageless beauty. At more than fifty years old, this small hotel on Sanur beach, shaded by huge trees and quietly sheltering treasure at every turn, remains serene, discreet and elegantly modest. Facilitated by 28 traditional-style bungalows which beautifully decorated with crafts and antiques, Tandjung Sari has become one the most unique hotel in Bali.

The heart of Tandjung Sari is the convivial beachside space that flows around the restaurant, the swimming pool, the bar, and an open pavilion called the Balé Beton. At dusk, lanterns in the trees create a fairytale atmosphere, inviting people to gather and watch the moon rise. This is the venue for Tandjung Sari’s regular jazz concerts and other beachside events.

The most interesting one is weekend beach market that opens every Friday and Saturday. This event offers culinary treats and the romantic atmosphere of an Indonesian night market with specialist food vendors of traditional street food on the beach. When luxury combined with local culture, what a harmony!

Dedari Kriyamaha (Ubud)

The luxury Dedari Kriyamaha Villa is perched on a valley edge surrounded with panoramic rice terraced and coconut trees with amazing sunset setting. Located ten minutes’ drive from Ubud center, an exotic destination for heritage, spiritual healing and culture holiday experience, Dedari Kriyamaha offers tranquil and peaceful atmosphere which is perfect for relaxation.

The best of the Ubud area is found off the roads, amongst villages, temples, and rice paddies. Feel the fresh air while enjoying the distance views of rice fields and dozens of coconut trees. Enrich your life by interacting with friendly local villagers, observing their daily morning activities as well as learning about the culture and customs of Balinese people and village.

Eleven glorious villas with private pool are ready to indulge your clients. Order a romantic candle light dinner by the pool which is served in your client’s private villa. Scattered flickering candles and lanterns will light the villa while the colorful tropical flowers in set express the affectionate intimacy in the secluded environment of the private villa. This truly magic dining experience will be unforgettable memory for your clients especially those who in honeymoon trip. Not only that, your clients could also join many kind of activities such as cooking class, village walk/cycling, dance course, etc.

The Kayon Resort (Ubud)

The Kayon resort is perched on Ubud hills side, surrounded with holy Petanu River and lush tropical rainforest gives a relaxing vibe. Located only ten minutes’ drive from Ubud center, this enchanting five star boutique resort is designed in complete harmony with nature. Decorated with Ramayana story relief on stone wall creates a romantic ambience, The Kayon provides abundance spots to capture.

Nestled deep in hearth of Ubud rain forest preserve, surrounded with the historical Petanu River and stunning jungle landscape, the Kayon has a healing atmosphere and romantic ambiance. The resort features six valley deluxe rooms with jungles view on the two storey north wing, twelve Kayon river suites in three floor south wing with view down to river and five river edge private pool villas with thatched roofs, each enhanced by its infinity pool overlooking to river below.

The interesting one is “Balinese Culture dinner with live assorted Balinese dance” which is held at floating Kumba Karna Stage every Friday night. While The Kayon Resort is committed to support the local Kepitu Village in preserving arts and culture, some of the cost that you spend will be given to support this program.

Plataran Menjangan (West Bali)

Located in the forest with a view of the ocean, Plataran Menjangan Resort & Spa is a part of the West Bali National Park. High sense of privacy villas which exclusively located within its own individual compound, are made up of a traditional Joglo house, a plunge pool, and a garden. Equipped with first-class international-standard accommodation amenities, Plataran Menjangan offers a spacious and luxurious indoor living.

With direct access to the soothing waters, the garden is available for the guest who wants to simply read a book, have a picnic lunch, or even experience romantic candlelight dinner. The villas at Plataran Menjangan are truly the epitome of utmost privacy and the perfect place to indulge with what nature has to offer.

Not only that, a full day cruise to Menjangan Island is also one not to be missed. This wonderful island in the West Bali is one of Bali’s true gems. Enjoy snorkeling and beautiful views or simply soak up the sun. Blessed with beautiful dive conditions, amazing marine life and some of the world’s rarest species, enjoying underwater adventure diving with professional diving guide in the West Bali can be the best option for your clients.

For those who want to explore the land part of West Bali National Park, can easily join the Trekking and Cycling program which will discover some of the best views and watching many animals that live in the park.

Sanak Retreat (Munduk)

Set amidst a farmer’s canvas of verdant rice paddies and surrounded by mystical mountains, SANAK Retreat in North Bali, is a true testament to a very real, yet elegant retreat that has been handpicked with humanity in mind.

Sanak Retreat offers 10 heartwarming bungalows and 3 Bedroom Private Villa with plunge pool that have been lovingly curated to guarantee the peaceful rest of the guests. Wake up floating over ancient paddies and the sounds of nature will instantly recharge your energy. Authentic Balinese cuisine will also indulge your client’s appetite. Your clients can also order a private dining/picnics that can be served in their bungalow, within the surrounding local area or even on their bed, with their very own private chef and waiter. What a perfect romantic place!