Soul of South Sulawesi

Duration

6 days

On specific dates

Wednesdays

Guaranteed

with 4 travellers

Max group size

16 travellers

From AUD $1,457

WHAT TO EXPECT

Begin your adventure in Makassar, exploring the historic Fort Rotterdam and Paotere Anchorage. Then, journey to Rammang-Rammang Village for a canoe ride through limestone karsts and a visit to Sengkang’s floating houses on Tempe Lake. Discover traditional silk weaving before heading to Toraja. Explore the region’s unique culture, from hanging graves and Tau Tau statues at Lemo, to the ancient tombs of Londa and the ancestral village of Kete Kesu. Embark on a soft trek through rice fields, visit burial caves, and learn about the Toraja’s rich traditions. Conclude your journey with a transfer back to Makassar.

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Soul of South Sulawesi

  • Day 1: Arrival in Makassar

    Welcome to South Sulawesi! Upon arrival at Hasanuddin Airport in Makassar, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a short city tour featuring Fort Rotterdam, a historic Dutch fortress, and Paotere Anchorage, a bustling harbor where Bugis and Makassarese boats dock.
    Overnight at Aston Makassar / Deluxe Room

  • Day 2: Makassar – Maros Karst Towers – Sengkang

    After an early breakfast, depart for a peaceful escape to Rammang-Rammang Village. You will be picked up at 7:30 AM for a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of Makassar city. After an hour's drive, arrive at Rammang-Rammang Village, where the genuine smiles of the locals will greet you at a small jetty. Feel the cool breeze as you board a traditional canoe and paddle along the Puteh River, surrounded by stunning limestone karst towers and lush Nypa fruticans. Enjoy a gentle trek through Berua Village, and savor a traditional snack of fried banana with tea or coffee at a local house. After your break, paddle out of the village and continue your soft trek amidst the Karst Towers in Limestone Park, with lunch along the way. Next, we travel to Sengkang, where you’ll head straight to Tempe Lake. Here, we swap our car for a motorized canoe and cross the lake to visit fishermen families living in floating houses. Enjoy a coffee and snack break at one of the floating houses before canoeing back to Sengkang and checking in at your hotel for the night.
    Overnight BBC Hotel Sengkang / Superior Room

  • Day 3: Sengkang – Toraja

    Start the day with a visit to a traditional silk factory, where skilled Buginese women weave intricate silk fabrics. Next, travel through the picturesque landscapes of Siwa and Palopo en route to Toraja. Arrive in Rantepao, the heart of Toraja, and check into your hotel.
    Overnight at Toraja Misiliana Hotel / Deluxe Room

  • Day 4: Exploring Tana Toraja

    Today, delve into the unique culture of the Toraja people. Visit Lemo, famous for its Tau Tau statues and hanging graves, followed by a visit to the baby graves of Kambira. Onwards to Londa with its ancient tombs in which the deceased was not buried but placed among the rocks. Lunch at a local restaurant in Rantepao. Onwards to Kete Kesu with a stop in Karuaya to enjoy the beautiful and typical Toraja panorama, from here we will continue with a short walk to Kete Kesu, one of the oldest Toraja villages. Here you still find two rows of the original village houses, the traditional ancestral houses of the Toraja people, Tongkonan, as well as traditional rice barns with colorful woodcarvings.
    Overnight at Toraja Misiliana Hotel / Deluxe Room

  • Day 5: Soft Trekking and Traditional Villages

    Embark on a journey to Timonbayo for panoramic views of rice fields dotted with ancient megalith stones spread over the extensive rice fields. Then to a burial cave of Lokomata. From Lokomata, we continue our trip to Batutumonga where we will a have short trekking, enjoy the beautiful panorama and experience a moment of the unique Torajan lifestyle. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Batutumonga. In the afternoon, we will visit Bori (the megalith) then Pallawa & Sa’dan Tubaranna, local Torajan villages known as the weaving center of Rantepao. Continue to Batutumonga for a short trek through the picturesque landscape, followed by a visit to Bori to see more megaliths. In the afternoon, visit Pallawa and Sa’dan Tubaranna, renowned weaving villages. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel.
    Overnight at Toraja Misiliana Hotel / Deluxe Room

  • Day 6: Toraja – Palopo – Departure

    After breakfast, transfer to Palopo Airport for your flight to Makassar, where you’ll connect to your next destination.

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Inclusions

  • Insider Experiences

    Makassar: Explore Fort Rotterdam and Paotere Harbor, witnessing Bugis maritime culture.
    Rammang-Rammang: Paddle through limestone karsts, enjoy local snacks, and trek hidden paths.
    Tempe Lake: Visit floating houses and experience the lake’s tranquil fishing life.
    Toraja: Discover ancient burial sites, traditional silk weaving, and vibrant megalithic villages.

  • Accommodation

    5 nights in 4 star hotels

  • Meals

    Daily breakfast
    4 local lunches
    1 local dinner

  • Transport

    Airport transfer on arrival and departure
    Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Touring

    English speaking tour guide
    All tipping

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Wednesday, 19 February 2025Monday, 24 February 202514571899
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Wednesday, 16 April 2025Monday, 21 April 202514571899
Wednesday, 21 May 2025Monday, 26 May 202514571899
Wednesday, 18 June 2025Monday, 23 June 202514571899
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Wednesday, 19 November 2025Monday, 24 November 202514571899
Wednesday, 17 December 2025Monday, 22 December 202514571899
Wednesday, 21 January 2026Monday, 26 January 202614571899
Wednesday, 18 February 2026Monday, 23 February 202614571899
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