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Ambon & Kei Islands: Forgotten Islands of Indonesia [PICTURES] (8D/7N)

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Discover Ambon & Kei Islands, the forgotten islands of Indonesia. The town of Ambon, is popular with the phrase ‘Ambon Manise’ which means the sweet or beautiful Ambon. Explore the city’s rich and ancient history as well as taste the delicious fruit salad “rujak” by the Natsepa Beach. Enjoy the beauty of pristine white sandy Ngurbloat Beach in Kei Archipelago, the sand is very soft it gives you an incredible feeling as your feet sink away in it. Meet the local children who likes to smile and greet foreign visitors with “Hello, mister” regardless man or woman. This tour will give you an amazing your off-the-beaten-track experience around the tropical islands!

  • 7 Nights
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Pickup: Ambon, Maluku (AMQ)
Itinerary: Ambon & Kei Islands Tour

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN AMBON      ▼

Welcome to Ambon! The island is known with the phrase ‘Ambon Manise’ which means the sweet or beautiful Ambon. It is popular for the wide variety of spices which makes it the “flavor” of Indonesia. You can find pristine beaches and great diving spots. Arrive at Pattimura airport in Ambon, meet and greet by our guide then we will transfer to hotel by car which takes about 30 minutes. We will have a sigh­tseeing to Karang Panjang area to see Ambon town from the hill top. In the afternoon proceed to Latuhalat beach to do snorkeling and watching sunset. Back to Hotel.

Meals:

AccommodationSwiss-Belhotel Ambon – Standard Room

DAY 2:AMBON CITY TOUR      ▼

You will have your breakfast at the hotel and at the agreed time, the trip will begin to visit the places of interest in this beautiful land.

We will go to the Pattimura Park where we will see the Captain Pattimura Monument (freedom fighter Maluku in 1817) in the city center. We proceed to visit the town of Waii where we can see up close the sacred eels that live in a marine cave which the water flows into a crystalline pond. On the way back, we will stop at Tulehu, where we will take a gentle walk for 30 minutes in the sago forest.

We continue the route to reach Natsepa beach where we can taste salty tropical fruits, “rujak” while enjoying the Natsepa scenery. We return to Ambon and make our last stop at Karang Panjang, where we will enjoy the view of Martha Christina Tiahahu Monument. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch

Accommodation: Swiss-Belhotel Ambon – Standard Room

DAY 3:AMBON - KEI ISLANDS      ▼

After having breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up by car to go to Pattimura Airport to catch the flight to Tual airport. Arrival in Tual and transfer by car to the village of Evu to visit a waterfall, which also happens to be the locals’ water source and pool.

The next visit is Fair Bridge, a pilgrimage by the Catholic missionaries Graves, located on Langgur beach and Masbait hill. We continue to your hotel (a coaster cabin located in the town of Ohoililir). Enjoy your free time and dinner.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Coaster Cottage

Day 4:KEI ISLANDS TOUR      ▼

After breakfast, join the car that takes you to the white sand beach of Ohoililir and then you will catch the boat that passes through Ohoiew and several islands with crystal clear waters in 90 minutes to the Ngurtaful sand bank, which stretches for 2 kilometers without trees and plants. This special island offers beautiful panoramic photography, walks on the beach, sunbathing and relaxing.

Return by boat to the Ohoililir lagoon, a rounded lagoon with green hills, perfect for photos and landscapes. Then we return to the white sandy Ngurbloat beach for lunch.

After that, you will have time to swim and snorkel in the pleasant sea garden.

The last visit to the local house to see how they make the cake called Embal in traditional processing. Try the cake with hot coffee or tea. Return to your hotel, dinner and rest.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Coaster Cottage

Day 5:BAIR ISLAND TOUR      ▼

After enjoying your breakfast, we will pick you up by car for an hour trip passing the villages and the city of Tual to the beach of Dian Darat to take a boat and sail for 45 minutes to the island of Bair. It is on the island where you can jump from the hill to the water. Then we cross between islets, with cliffs bathed by the color of the water, which offer a completely sunny bath. There is a wooden jetty for sunbathing in the calm breeze. Lunch will be served on the beach. You have time for coffee before heading back to Dian Darat by boat. Then return to your Hotel, dinner and rest.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Coaster Cottage

Day 6:OHOIDERTAWUN BEACH      ▼

Breakfast at the restaurant, and then we will pick you up by car to go to the village of Sifnana to take a new boat for 20 minutes to go to the Ohoidertawun beach to see the old letters and images impregnated in the stones on the wall.

We return to the beach; We took the car to the Hawang cave with natural sparkling water and stone shaped stalagmites and stalactites in the side cave. We will go to Disuk beach to enjoy the natural panorama and for a picnic lunch.

Back in town, visit the local market to see wives from local houses selling produce. Return to the hotel, free time, dinner and rest.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Coaster Cottage

Day 7:FREE DAY    ▼

On this day, you will have free time in the bungalow. You can take the time and space to rest, relax on the beach, lie on the white sand and enjoy the sun. You can also walk in the village seeing the way of life of the villagers.

Meals: Breakfast 

Accommodation: Mutiara Hotel

Day 8:TUAL - AMBON - END OF TRIP      ▼

In the early morning, we will pick you up at the hotel and transfer you to the airport. We take the flight back to the city of Ambon, and it will be the end of our Ambon & Kei Islands tour. We wish you a happy journey and we hope you have enjoyed your adventure with Come2Indonesia.

Meals: Breakfast 

Accommodation

Photos: Ambon & Kei Islands Tour

Price Includes

  • Transportation and visits according to the itinerary
  • Entrance fees and tickets for excursions visited in the itinerary
  • Accommodation and meals according to the itinerary
  • English speaking guide throughout the journey

Price Excludes

  • Flights, visas, airport taxes
  • Personal expenses: Laundry, soft drinks, alcohol, tips, etc.
  • Extra expenses occurred due to problems greater than our control such as flight cancellations, etc.
  • Travel insurance (recommended)
  • Anything not mentioned in the "INCLUDES"
Map: Ambon & Kei Islands Tour

FAQ

How do I get to Ambon?

There are direct flights available daily from Jakarta (CGK) usually by Garuda Indonesia and Batik Air. From Denpasar-Bali (DPS), the flight is available by Lion Air including transit(s) through Makassar and sometimes in Surabaya as well. Feel free to contact us to help you organize the flights.

When is the best time of the year to do this tour?

Our favourite time for travel in Indonesia is between April to October, although Indonesia is a great year-round destination, offering memorable experiences for all kinds of adventures. July to August are the peak summer months.

In West to Central part of the weather is delightfully warm and it’s a popular time for travellers to visit for holidays, whilst if you wish to travel from October to April, the Eastern part Indonesia, like Banda and Raja Ampat, would be the best option.

If you wish to have a relaxing journey in Indonesia with less crowds, the shoulder months of April to June and September to October are ideal and slightly more economic. If you must travel in ‘high season’ but want to avoid the crowd, worry not, there are numbered of unbeaten track in Indonesia ready to be explored.

What should I bring?

Tropical areas are usually warm and often sweaty places, especially if you have Borneo or Sulawesi included in your travel. Check out our suggestions on What to Wear:

  • Comfortable and light shirt and at least a pair of long sleeves
  • Comfortable walking shoes or trekking shoes if your trip include some trekking
  • Shorts and long pants
  • Couple of pairs of socks
  • Waterproof Jacket/Raincoat

Depends on the type of travel, you may also need these in your What to Bring list:

Underwater trips:

  • Dive Insurance
  • Dive certificate
  • Certificate of Nitrox (for those who are using Nitrox)
  • Dive equipment except Tanks and Weights. Please consult your travel expert to find out if the equipment is inclusive or not in your booking.
  • Swimsuit/Dive suit
  • Adapter DIN or INT
  • Flashlight
  • Sunscreen SPF +40
  • Waterproof bags

Land tours and trekking:

  • Small backpack for daily important item
  • Travel Insurance, which covers trekking and sport risk
  • Trekking shoes (check with your travel expert if you need a Goretex or simply a walking shoes)
  • Pullover (as in some areas with high altitude like Mt. Bromo, the temperature can get as low as 0 degree)
  • Small flashlight or head flashlight
  • Valid passport with valid visa (or check if you are eligible for Visa Free Entry)
  • Waterproof bag to put all important documents
  • All documents for your trip: vouchers, tickets, contact numbers ((keep the soft copies in your mobile)
  • Credit card (in some major cities, credit card is widely accepted in restaurants and shops. Small charge might be applied)
  • Cash in Euro or USD (you may change into local currency Rupiah when you arrive here)
  • Camera, Battery and Charger
  • Adapter (220V is used in Indonesia)
  • International driving license (if you plan to drive on your own)
  • Mosquito Repellent with DEET
  • Hygienic travel kits (mask, disinfectant or anti-virus spray, etc.)

How hard is this tour?

We have classified our tours in 3 different classes. Always check which one suitable for your condition. If you have any doubt, you may consult to our travel expert.

Easy: Suitable for most people in good health. These trips can include short walk for days with around 2–3 hours in good paths and at low altitudes.

Medium: A reasonable level of fitness or technique is required, as these trips can require sustained endurance levels as the trip may include longer days of approximately 5-6 hours of activity or/and in higher altitudes, or snorkelling in strong current.

Hard: These trips are physically demanding and best suited for people with a high endurance level, good level of fitness and exercise regularly. Days can be long around 7-8 hours of activity, often at high altitudes, in remote regions and sometimes without a support vehicle nearby. Travellers may be required to carry their backpack, trip with trekking overnights without access to normal toilets or accommodations.

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