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Explore remote villages on one of the below 53 unique Indonesia cultural experiences for 2027 or 2028. Visit the local village, meet the people, experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, and Local Market Visits and cost from $905 for experiences of 5 to 23 days. Tell us about your ideal Indonesia cultural trip and our Indonesia experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.

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Father and son tour a traditional Balinese Hindu temple in Bali, Indonesia.
from $2,208
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Indonesia Family Adventure

12 Day Itinerary
  • Food tour in Yogyakarta
  • Discover Candirejo's Javanese villa
  • Explore Borobudur's Temple
  • Explore Ubud's Balinese villages
  • See Rice Fields & Tanah Lot Temple
  • Surfing Lesson in Jimbaran
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Yogyakarta / Jimbaran
Activities
Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Variable
Experience this 12-day family adventure through Yogyakarta and Bali, Indonesia. Discover the historic temples of Borobudur and Prambanan, marvel at the beautiful Jatiluwih rice terraces, and witness the vibrant local cultures. Enjoy family-friendly activities such as tasting local food and exploring a traditional Javanese village.
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from $905
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Authentic Toraja

5 Day Itinerary
  • Tour around Sengkang
  • See picturesque scene in Tempe Lake
  • Visit Lemo, famous for hanging tomb
  • Explore the unusual tombs in Londa
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Makassar / Makassar
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover the Authentic Toraja on this 5-day tour in Asia. Visit Sengkang, known for its silk weaving, or board a jolloro in Rammang Rammang, a traditional local canoe, and cruise along the Pute River. Drive through the spectacular scenery of rice terraces and enjoy the view from Puncak Paredean. Meet ethnic groups, visit Kete Kesu and many more!
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A group of local villagers playing traditional instruments in Forgotten Islands, Indonesia
from $17,330
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Spice Islands & Forgotten Islands Expedition

Ambon to Labuan Bajo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Blu
  • Explore historic spice route
  • Meet indigenous island tribes
  • Experience Wetar Island
  • Hammerhead encounter at Nyata
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Ambon Island / Labuan Bajo
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Festival Visits, Fishing, Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Indonesia’s remote Spice Islands and Forgotten Islands on a 12-day expedition from Ambon to Labuan Bajo aboard Aqua Blu. Snorkel coral reefs, explore historic forts, meet local communities, and experience the beauty and culture of these rarely visited islands.
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Snorkel in clear blue water above a large whale shark
from $6,320
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Whale Sharks, Corals & Dragons

Komodo-Komodo - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Visit local communities
  • Snorkel along vibrant coral reefs
  • Enjoy a barbecue on the beach
  • Discover unique species
  • Spot legendary Komodo dragons
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Komodo Island / Komodo Island
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Variable
Take 9 days to snorkel, encounter wildlife, and explore tropical islands aboard the Ombak Putih. Embark from Komodo to spot legendary dragons on Rinca Island. Swim with majestic whale sharks and manta rays, participate in coral conservation, and witness authentic cultural performances in Indonesian villages.
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Ramang Ramang - Sulawesi
from $6,817
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Exploring the Wonders of Indonesia: Sulawesi, Lombok, and Komodo Adventures

15 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Tempe Lake & its inhabitant
  • Visit hanging tombs at Lemo
  • Views of Sire beach and mountain
  • Enjoy snorkeling at Manta Point
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Makassar / Labuan Bajo
Activity Level
Relaxed
Experience a 15-day adventure tour in Indonesia, discovering Sulawesi, Lombok, and Komodo Island. Start your journey in Makassar, one of Indonesia's port and air hubs. Visit Toraja and discover the unique burial traditions. Afterward, sail to Komodo Island, where you can go trekking, snorkeling, and observe dragons and other wildlife.
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A snorkeler in full gear, exploring the jagged rock overhangs and hidden crevices of the reef
from $6,320
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Whale Sharks, Corals & Dragons

Komodo-Komodo - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Trek for wild Komodo dragons
  • Swim with giant whale sharks
  • Visit a Moyo Island waterfall
  • Watch traditional buffalo racing
  • Build racks for coral reefs
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Komodo Island / Komodo Island
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard the Katharina, sailing from Komodo to Komodo in Indonesia. You explore volcanic islands, trek through national parks to spot wild Komodo dragons, and swim with whale sharks and manta rays. Visit local villages and experience a coral restoration project on Hatamin Island.
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Engage in hands-on reef restoration within a flourishing aquatic environment
from $12,900
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Corals, Cultures & Dragons

Bitung - Komodo - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Encounter whale sharks
  • Meet the Bajau people
  • Visit Wakatobi National Park
  • Walk with dragons
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Bitung / Komodo Island
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Volunteering
Activity Level
Variable
Join the Katharina on a 16-day cruise from Bitung to Komodo through Indonesia Corals, Cultures & Dragons. You explore coral reefs, snorkel with marine life, visit Bajau communities, encounter unique wildlife, cross the equator, and finish with Komodo National Park.
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Cruising Adventures! Banda Islands
from $10,250
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The Scents of the Spice Islands

Ambon - Ternate - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Explore the Banda Archipelago
  • Snorkel rich coral reefs daily
  • Observe traditional nutmeg harvests
  • Swim at Belang-Belang beaches
  • Tour the Ternate Sultan's Palace
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Ambon Island / Ternate Island
Activity Level
Variable
Experience Indonesia on "The Scents of the Spice Islands" 12-day cruise from Ambon to Ternate aboard the Ombak Putih. Led by marine biologist Dr Yi Kai Tea, you explore the historic Moluccas, snorkel vibrant coral reefs, and discover historic forts, aromatic plantations, and rare wildlife in this pristine archipelago.
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Komodo Dragons at Komodo National Park Indonesia
from $10,900
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Orangutans & Dragons

Borneo - Komodo - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Spot Orangutans in Borneo
  • Discover Dayak Village Traditions
  • Seek Wild Komodo Dragons
  • Snorkel Sangeang’s Coral Reefs
  • Swim with Whale Sharks in Saleh Bay
  • Explore Satonda’s Crater Lake
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Borneo / Melo Village
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 14-day Indonesia cruise aboard the Katharina, covering Orangutans & Dragons, from Borneo to Komodo. Encounter wild orangutans, volcanic landscapes, and rich coral reefs.
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Cruising Adventures! Orangutan
from $10,900
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Orangutans & Dragons

Borneo - Komodo - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Spot Orangutans in Kalimantan
  • Discover Dayak Village Traditions
  • Track Komodo Dragons on Rinca
  • Snorkel Sangeang’s Coral Reefs
  • Swim with Whale Sharks in Saleh Bay
  • Encounter Manta Rays in Komodo
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Borneo / Melo Village
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Snorkeling, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits, Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Indonesia on a 14-day cruise on Ombak Putih through the rivers of Kalimantan, Borneo, and the islands of Komodo National Park. Encounter orangutans, Komodo dragons, whale sharks, and manta rays while exploring Dayak villages, volcanic islands, rainforest waterfalls, and vibrant coral reefs.
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Cruising Adventures! Cultural encounters Kora Kora
from $10,250
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East Indies on a Spice Island Exploration

Maumere - Ambon - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Explore Banda Islands
  • Visit traditional villages
  • Discover spice history
  • Sail past volcanoes
  • Taste fresh nutmeg
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Maumere / Ambon Island
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail Indonesia aboard the Katharina on this 12-day voyage from Maumere to Ambon. Visit the historic Banda Archipelago, snorkel vibrant reefs, sail past volcanic islands, meet local communities, experience traditional weaving, and discover the region's spice trading heritage.
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Cruising Adventures! Orangutan
from $9,450
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Orangutans & Dragons

Borneo - Komodo - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • See wild orangutans on Pulau Kaja
  • Explore Borneo blackwater lakes
  • Visit traditional Dayak villages
  • Trek Rinca Island for dragons
  • Build coral racks at Hatamin
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Borneo / Melo Village
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day Indonesia cruise aboard Katharina. Travel from the rivers of Kalimantan (Borneo) to the volcanic islands of Komodo National Park. Spot wild orangutans, swim alongside whale sharks, encounter fearsome Komodo dragons, and discover vibrant coral reefs on this factual, unforgettable Indonesian sailing adventure.
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