About This Tour
Join us for 9 Days – 8 Nights get to know the Culture and Beauty of Nature that is still left, Trust me, you won’t be able to see this unique culture and natural wonders 10 years later! In Wamena you will meet the Dani tribe who are very famous for their unique culture such as wars and dances, symbols of glory that are still sacred to this day. We will take you on a walking tour through the traditional plantations and villages of the Dani people. In Raja Ampat & Wayag Island we will take you to some very famous places such as Kampung Arborek, Pianemo, Paradise island of Wayag and so on. By snorkeling you will still be able to explore the beauty of the underwater nature in Raja Ampat with us.
Description
- Duration : 9 Days – 8 Nights
- Accommodation : Hotel & Resort (Option & Availability)
- Type of Tour : Culture, Way of life Dani People & Nature of Raja Ampat
- Activities : Walking, Snorkeling and Photography
- Trip Level : Easy & Fun
Tour Price
- 4-6 People =IDR. 39.600K Per person
- 7-12 People =IDR. 34.800K Per person
- 13-15 People =IDR. 32.400K Per Person
Included:
✓ 2 Nights stay at Baliem Pilamo Hotel or similar in Wamena
✓ 1 Night stay at Horizon hotel or Similar in Sentani/Jayapura
✓ 2 Nights stay at Waiwo Dive Resort or similar in Raja Ampat
✓ 2 Nights stay at Home stay in Wayag Island
✓ 1 Night stay at SwissBelhotel or Similar in Sorong
✓ Meals as specified in the itinerary with Mineral Bottle
✓ All Land and Sea Transport as Indicated
✓ All Tour & Airport Transfers
✓ Indonesia/English speaking guide
✓ Performance of Traditional Dance with Dani people
✓ Entrance fees to all Villages and object in Wamena & Raja Ampat.
✓ Snorkeling Gears for Raja Ampat
✓ Internal Flight of Tickets for Jayapura – Wamena & Wamena – Jayapura (Return)
✓ Internal Flight of Tickets for Jayapura – Sorong (One way)
✓Tickets for Ferry: Sorong – Raja Ampat & Raja Ampat – Sorong (Return)
✓ All Necessary Travel Permit of Papua
- Raja Ampat Marine Fee/Conservation International Fee. ❌
- All flights, All Insurance & Any Additional Tour ❌
- Personal Expenses (i.e: Soft Drinks, Alcoholic Drinks, Laundry), Tipping, etc ❌
What to bring
Hat, Rain Coat, Sun cream, Mosquito repellent, Long pans, Hiking or rubber Shoes.
Not suitable for
- Children under 10 years old
- With Back Problems
- Pregnant Travelers
- Luxury Lifestyle Travelers.
Important Information
- Wamena; To explore some places in the interior of the traditional villages through the villager’s footpath. It may be muddy, puddles and crossing wooden bridges. Prepare yourself for all possibilities that may occur.
- Wamena & Raja Ampat; To respect the culture and customs of the local community.
- This tour is not suitable for scuba diving as we only tailor it for snorkeling activities.
- The best time to visit Wamena/Baliem Valley from April – November every year, however, we cannot predict the weather on the day of your visit.
- The best time to visit Raja Ampat is on October – May every year, however, we cannot predict the weather on the day of your visit.
- Tour Program and itinerary are subject to change in accordance with local situation and condition. In general: Infrastructure, Flights, Weather and etc.
Responsibility:
Jefalgi Papua Tours acts only as agent for transportation companies, hotels and all of other contract and will therefore have disclaim responsibility for any loss, damage, accident, or other irregularities caused for arising from circumstances beyond of our control.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Jayapura – Flight To Wamena – Explore Traditional Villages of Dani People (-/L/-)
Arriving in the morning at Sentani Airport in Jayapura Regency, we will meet you here. Next, report for flights to Wamena (We will adjust the flight schedule to Wamena according to the schedule and time you arrive at Sentani. By flight to Wamena for 40 minutes, Transfer to your hotel. We begin our tour to Kumugima in direction to the northern part of the Baliem Valley. Few kilometers from Town by drive to Aikima & Kumugima village to explore the Local traditional people of baliem valley. Along the way you will find the Danis working in their sweet potatoes fields and will see their daily activities and learn about their way of life in Suroba. Walk through the pine forest, enjoy the beautiful nature setting and crossing a bridge over Aike river before you arrive at the main road where the car is waiting for you. We will hike in 1-2 hours through the beautiful countryside and traditional houses of Dani people. Continue to Sumpaima, in the villages. In Sumpaima village we will see a very old mummy of the famous Dugum clan is proudly presented for your viewing. In the vicinity we will see more picturesque hamlets. Everywhere the friendly natives offer their arts and crafts, weapons and curiosities for our inspection. Stop in the traditional local market & Napua, Late afternoon drive back to the Hotel, Dinner will be on your account. Accommodation in the hotel (Walk approx. 1-2 hours).
Day 02: Mock Battle / Traditional Dance – Panorama of Syopkosi (B/L/-)
In the morning we drive up to Jiwika. A special welcome will be given to you upon your arrival in the Village; the tribe member will assemble wearing their best outfit to show their appreciation. The Tribe chief will stand on a Traditional Observation and give the order to his people to celebrate. A special “Mock Battle” is one of the most interesting exhibitions you will see on traveling to Papua. Photographer has said that this unique event cannot be described by words alone.
From Mummy Village we will walk to see the traditional villages around it to meet the Dani Tribe Community. If allowed, we can look inside the honey of women and men and the kitchen. From Mummy’s Village in Sumpaima by using a car on an uphill slope towards Syopkosi Village, from a height here, we will find a very amazing view of the Baliem valley (if the weather is sunny of course). Before dark arrives, we have to go back to the city and rest in the Hotel.
Dinner will be on your account. Accommodation in the hotel.
Day 03: Flight From Wamena To Jayapura (B/L/-)
By Morning flight, after breakfast, transfer on time to the Airport for your flight to Jayapura at schedule at 08:00am or 10:00am. Arriving at Sentani Airport, we immediately visit Teletubis Hill to see the beauty of Lake Sentani which is located on the edge of Lake Sentani towards the opposite city of Jayapura in about 20 minutes. From the parking lot you have to walk to reach the maximum height so that the Enchantment of Lake Sentani is more visible and amazing which is surrounded by hills. Here you can enjoy the beauty of Lake Sentani and its surroundings. 30 Minutes drive to Kalkote Dock to have a local boat for excursion at Lake Sentani, we could do a lake tour 1-2hours in the this lake by seeing local people with their traditional life in Asey Village. Walk around and seeing the local people of Sentani tribe making & selling their arts, bark painting, neckles, and variety of handy craft. Lunch at Youwga Local restaurant near lake Sentani.
On the way to get to downtown of Jayapura, about 20 minutes away from the city center we will stop at the TVRI Transmitter. From this height the view of the city of Jayapura is very charming with the wind blowing you into the memories of the history of the second world war in the city of Jayapura when the Japanese army controlled the city of Jayapura, formerly called Hollandia as the provincial capital of Netherland New Guinea. At the end of tour visit Hamadi Market. Check In to your accommodation in the town of Sentani. Dinner tonight will be on your account; You can choose from some of the traditional foods that are available outside or that are available at the hotel.
Day 04: Flight To Sorong – Raja Ampat (B/L/D)
Breakfast in the hotel, on time transfer to the airport for your flight to Sorong, We will arrive in Sorong city before 12 noon. Arrive in Sorong Airport, Then, by car transfer to harbor for ferry schedule to Waisai at 14:00 p.m. and it takes around 2 – 3 hours. Lunch will be served at local restaurant or in lunch box. Tickets and Entrance Fee Raja Ampat will be prepared by us. Arrive in Waisai, transfer to hotel or resort, check in and enjoy your free day and see the beautiful natural surrounding. Dinner will be served at restaurant of the Resort.
Day 05: Wayag Paradise Island (B/L/D)
Breakfast in the morning, then directly to Wayag by speedboat and takes around 4 hours. Wayag is the icon of Raja Ampat. Meet & report to the local people at Selpele Village & Check In to our Home stay, rest for a while. On foot we will climb Karts Hills for 50 minutes to see the best views of Wayag Island and its surroundings. Snorkeling activities with the magic of coral and underwater fishes in this place are very extraordinary, of course we will adjust to the available time. In the afternoon return to the Homestay to rest. We will stay 2 nights on this deserted island; Only equipped with carpets and mosquito nets. Even so, you won’t regret this kind of limited condition because you will be able to enjoy the amazing natural beauty for 2 nights here from morning to all night. Here is the paradise of Raja Ampat that you will not find in the land of West Papua. Lunch is provided in a box and dinner will be prepared traditionally at the Homestay in a traditional way.
Day 06: Wayag Paradise Island (B/L/D)
There are hundreds of large and small islands around Wayag island that are still uninhabited here. You will enjoy the beauty of nature on land and under the water here and become a memory that will not be forgotten for a lifetime. You won’t be coming back to this place as long as you’re alive, so don’t regret it if you forget to bring your camera and underwater camera! As you have seen on television and the internet that this is the paradise of Raja Ampat – Indonesia!. Lunch is provided in a box and dinner will be prepared at the Homestay in a traditional way.
Day 07: Wayag Paradise Island -Return To Resort (B/L/D)
Good Morning!, We are sure that you have never imagined how beautiful you have been enjoying for 2 days in this area. But because of time constraints, we have to return this morning to Waisai for approx. 4 hours. After breakfast using a speedboat, we will leave Wayag Island. Stop for a moment at Kampung Yembuba or other interesting places for lunch that has been prepared in the box. Depending on the weather, if there is still time before the afternoon, we will go underwater to snorkel to see the beauty of corals and different types of fish. Before evening we have arrived back at the resort for rest and dinner.
Day 08: Raja Ampat – Sorong (B/L/D)
In the morning before leaving for Sorong, we will see the beauty of the Blue Water. The last chance for you to swim and enjoy the natural beauty in this place. Return to the Port for departure to Sorong before 12 noon. Lunch in the box is provided. Arrive in the city of Sorong around 4 pm, transfer to the hotel located in the city – Enjoy the rest of the day until night – In the evening we will take you to eat Ikan Bakar (Grilled fish) at a small roadside restaurant located not far from the hotel. Return to the Hotel to rest.
Day 09: Sorong - Departure (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to the Airport of Sorong . Our services ends up here – Goodbye!
Please let us know your flight schedule so that it can be tailored to the transfer services we provide)
