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Transport and tour company in Makassar since 2016

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Gedung Pancasila, part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' building complex. Image by: kemlu.go.id


The Indonesian Government has reopened its Visa on Arrival services for tourism or governmental visit, at the following entry points:


Airports

  1. Soekarno Hatta, Banten
  2. Ngurah Rai, Bali
  3. Kualanamu, North Sumatra
  4. Juanda, East Java
  5. Hasanuddin, South Sulawesi
  6. Sam Ratulangi, North Sulawesi
  7. Yogyakarta, Special Region of Yogyakarta

Seaports

  1. Nongsa Terminal Bahari, Riau Islands
  2. Batam Centre, Riau Islands
  3. Sekupang, Riau Islands
  4. Citra Tri Tunas, Riau Islands
  5. Marina Teluk Senimba, Riau Islands
  6. Bandar Bentan Telani Lagoi, Riau Islands
  7. Bandar Seri Udana Lobam, Riau Islands
  8. Sri Bintan Pura, Riau Islands

Cross-border posts

  1. Entikong, West Kalimantan
  2. Aruk, West Kalimantan
  3. Tunon Taka, North Kalimantan
  4. Mota’in, East Nusa Tenggara

Eligible nationalities

  1. Argentina
  2. Australia
  3. Austria
  4. Belgium
  5. Brazil
  6. Brunei
  7. Darussalam
  8. Bulgaria
  9. Cambodia
  10. Canada
  11. China
  12. Croatia
  13. Cyprus
  14. Czech Republic
  15. Denmark
  16. Estonia
  17. Finland
  18. France
  19. Germany
  20. Greece
  21. Hong Kong
  22. Hungary
  23. India
  24. Ireland
  25. Italy
  26. Japan
  27. Laos
  28. Latvia
  29. Lithuania
  30. Luxembourg
  31. Malaysia
  32. Malta
  33. Mexico
  34. Myanmar
  35. Netherlands
  36. New Zealand
  37. Norway
  38. Philippines
  39. Poland
  40. Portugal
  41. Qatar
  42. Rumania
  43. Saudi Arabia
  44. Seychelles
  45. Singapore
  46. Slovakia
  47. Slovenia
  48. South Africa
  49. South Korea
  50. Spain
  51. Sweden
  52. Switzerland
  53. Taiwan
  54. Thailand
  55. Timor Leste
  56. Tunisia
  57. Turkey
  58. United Arab Emirates
  59. United Kingdom
  60. United States of America
  61. Vietnam

The Visa on Arrival costs Rp. 500.000 and is valid for 30 days. The Visa on Arrival can get extended once, with 30 days, at a local Immigration Office in Indonesia. The Visa on Arrival cannot be converted into another type of stay permit.

Requirements

  1. Official national passport with a minimum validity of 6 months from the entry date
  2. Copy of a return ticket, or ticket continuing the journey to another country
  3. Show proof of being in the possession of health insurance that covers medical expenses and Covid-19 treatment.
  4. Documents required in accordance with the provisions of the Indonesian Health Protocol issued by the Covid-19 Task Force.
  5. In case of a governmental visit, the traveller must also attach an invitation letter regarding the attending of a meeting / conference issued by the Indonesian Ministry / Department / Institutions concerned.

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Tanjung Bira in Bulukumba, South Sulawesi is well known for it's powdery white sand, blue turquoise water, and beautiful underwater sea life but beside that you can see the construction of Phinisi boat in Tana Beru which has done by local crafters from generation to generation. In 2017 UNESCO recognized Phinisi art of boatbuilding in South Sulawesi as the world's intangible cultural heritage. Another unique thing from this area is Kajang Tribe. This tribe still untouched by the modernization.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Makassar - Boat Making Village - Tanjung Bira 

Pick up at Sultan Hasanuddin airport/ hotel in Makassar at 8 am then proceed to Tanjung Bira. Driving to Tanjung Bira takes around 5-6 hours. We will have lunch in Aroma Laut, Bantaeng. After that we will visit boat making village. A boat building village that involves mystical beliefs and mythology during boat building process. Check in at hotel then free program.


Traditional Phinisi Boat Making near Bira


Day 2: Kambing Island & Liukang Loe Island 

After breakfast at the hotel, we will go to Kambing island and Liukang island for snorkeling, swimming, or sunbathing. We will have lunch at a local restaurant on Liukang Loe island. After lunch we will head back to the hotel then free program.

Snorkeling in Kambing Island


Day 3: Kajang Tribe Tour & Apparalang Cliff 

After breakfast we will visit Kajang tribe. This tribe has kept their tradition for many generations. To enter this sacred village, we must wear black clothes and black sarung. Not just that, we must also walk barefeet in the village. After that we will have lunch at a local restaurant then head to Apparalang cliff.
Back to hotel then free program.


A Kajang woman. Photo by: @explorebulukumba



Apparallang Cliff


Day 4: Tanjung Bira - Bissappu waterfall - Makassar (B,L)

Check out at 9 am then continue to Bissappu waterfall in Bantaeng. Located in Bonto Salluang village, the height of this waterfall is around 50 meters. After that we will have lunch in local restaurant then continue to the airport or your hotel in Makassar.


Bissappu Waterfall


Inclusions:

  • Private car ( Avanza or similar). We provide some type of cars depending the number of guests. Please contact us for more info.
  • English speaking driver.
  • Gasoline.
  • Parking & toll.
  • Entrance fees based on program.
  • Accomodation at Baracoco Bungalows or similar.
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Boat charter to Kambing Island & Liukang Island.
  • Snorkeling gears.
  • Mobile WiFi hotspot.
  • Baby car seat.
  • Baby stroller.
  • Cooler box.

Exclusions:

  • Flight ticket to Makassar.
  • Meals.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tipping.

Note:

  • The tour is a private tour.
  • A tour guide can be requested for this tour. Please contact us if you want a tour guide for this tour.
  • Time and tourism site is subject to change based on your request.

For further info:
  • Phone/ Whatsapp: +6282194918590
  • Facebook page: www.facebook.com/southsulawesitours
  • E-mail: ikhsanahmad@gmail.com










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Tana Toraja in South Sulawesi is well known for their unique culture and traditions. Beside that Toraja is also popular with beautiful sceneries and beautiful traditonal houses called Tongkonan.
If you don't have much time then this short Toraja tour is perfect for you.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Makassar - Toraja

Pick up at Sultan Hasanuddin airport/ hotel in Makassar then proceed to Toraja. Driving to Toraja takes around 9-10 hours with some stops.
We will stop for lunch in Teras Empang Pare-pare or other places around. Next stop is in Buntu Kabobong or Erotic Mountain, Enrekang for a cup of coffee or tea then continue to Toraja and check in at hotel.
Then free program.


Erotic Mountain in Enrekang 

Day 2: Full Day Toraja Tour 


After breakfast we will visit Lemo which is an ancient grave with tau-tau on the cliff. Then we continue to a natural burial cave in Londa. We'll have lunch at a local restaurant on the way to Bori Kalimbuang. After lunch we will visit Bori Kalimbuang to see megalith stones.  We will finish the day with a visit to Kete Kesu, a village with old traditional houses. Back to hotel then free program.


Lemo Stone Grave

Londa Cave Grave 


Menhir in Bori Kalimbuang


Kete Kesu Traditional Village 


Day 3: Toraja - Makassar


After breakfast we will go back to Makassar to catch your flight or drop off at the hotel if you stay overnight in Makassar. We will have some stops on the way back to Makassar.

Note: 
  • This program is flexible and you can customized it based on your preferences and needs.
  • If you want to see a funeral ceremony please let us know in advance so we can find an information about schedule of funeral ceremonies that happen to be held when you'll be here.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved.
  • Wear hiking shoes or hiking sandals.
  • Don't forget your sunscreen and mosquito repellant.


Inclusions:

  • Private car ( Avanza or similar). We provide some type of cars depending the number of guests. Please contact us for more info.
  • English speaking driver.
  • Gasoline.
  • Parking & toll.
  • Entrance fees based on program.
  • Accomodation at Torsina hotel or similar.
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Mobile WiFi hotspot.
  • Baby car seat.
  • Baby stroller.
  • Cooler box.

Exclusions:

  • Flight ticket to Makassar.
  • Lunch.
  • Dinner
  • Donation if you want to attend a funeral ceremony.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tipping.


For further info:
  • Phone/ Whatsapp: +6282194918590
  • Facebook page: southsulawesitours
  • E-mail: ikhsanahmad@gmail.com





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Samalona Island is one of  many beautiful islands that located in Makassar strait. Samalona is around 6,9 km from Makassar, that's why it becomes a favourite place for local people on weekends. It has white sand beach and also good for snorkeling.


Samalona Island



Getting There

  • Boat charter from dock in front of Fort Rotterdam
There is no regular boat to Samalona island, so you must charter a boat. Boat charter to Samalona is IDR 500,000 for a day (morning until afternoon). Maximum 8 people on a boat. If you need help with booking a boat. Please contact us here.



Boat to Samalona Island

  • Book a full day tour
We provide a full day tour with pick up at your hotel or airport.


Sleeping

There are some accomodations running by local people on Samalona island that you can rent for half day or for few days. If you stay over night then the boat charter fee will be different. Make sure you talk to the boat man about the drop off and pick up price before you leave the dock.


House for Renting in Samalona

Activities

  • Snorkeling
There are some good spots for snorkeling. If you book through us, we'll make sure the boat man will take you to the spot. If you don't have snorkel gear you can rent them at some snorkel gear rentals on the island.


Snorkeling in Samalona Island


  • Swimming
The water is crystal clear so it's really good for swimming. In certain parts, please be careful not to step on some sea urchins.

Eating

  • A local warung on the island serves different kind of fish. You can also choose if you want it to be grilled or fried. Beside fish they also serve instant noodle, coffee, tea, and beer.


A Local Guy is Grilling Fish for Customers


Editor's note: this post was originally published in March 
2020 and has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
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If you are planning to visit Toraja then here are some recommendations of accomodations from us. All of these places are around Rantepao to make it easier for you to visit all tourist destinations around Toraja and North Toraja.

  • Rosalina Homestay
This homestay is owned by Enos, a local tour guide in Toraja. The rooms are equipped with a fan, private bathroom, WiFi, there is a water dispenser near the breakfast area if you want to drink, make coffee or tea.
The room is IDR 250,000/ night including breakfast.








Breakfast area with rice field view



  • Ne'pakku Manja Homestay
Another homestay which is owned by a local tour guide. Meyske is really friendly and hospitable. The homestay is located in a Tongkonan complex outside the town center, which is good if you want to have a quiet environment.
The room is IDR 350,000 including breakfast.

Photo via Booking.com






  • Toraja Lodge


Also owned by a local tour guide in Toraja. The room is clean, spacious, and have a nice  views from the balcony. The room is IDR 300.000/ night. Including breakfast.







  • Santai Toraja Hotel
Santai Toraja is a boutique hotel that has two types of rooms. There is deluxe suite atau the first floor and deluxe rice field view suite at the upper floor. The rooms are equipped with ceiling fans, balconies, and hot water. It is located a bit outside of Rantepao so it's quiet and has beautiful rice field view. 








  • Pia's Poppies
Pia's Poppies is a hotel that is operating by a local Torajan family since 1982. Now it has 22 comfortable rooms with private bathroom and hot water shower. If you want to have dinner there are many restaurants in walking distance. One that is popular is Kaana Toraya Coffee. But if you are tired and don't want to go outside, this hotel also has a restaurant. 









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If you are travelling to South Sulawesi and want to visit Tana Toraja by land then bus is an option for you, beside renting a car with driver. There are many bus companies that go to Rantepao, Tana Toraja. They are:

  • Metro Permai
  • Bintang Prima
  • Bintang Timur
  • Primadona
  • Litha & Co
  • Alam Indah
Busses to Rantepao, Tana Toraja leave twice a day. First at 9 am and arrive around 7 pm in Rantepao. Second at 9 pm and arrive around 5 am in Rantepao. The bus ticket price starts from 150,000 rupiah. You can go straight to Daya Bus Terminal from airport or your hotel to take the bus. If you need any help with booking a bus ticket, please let us know.

If your arrival is not match with busses schedule, then you have two options. First, you can do a day trip in Makassar and surrounding while waiting for the night busses or morning busses. We offer some day tours if you need one. Second, you can charter a car with driver for a drop off in Toraja. Check our services here.
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Tanjung Bira in Bulukumba, South Sulawesi is well known for it's powdery white sand, blue turquoise water, and beautiful underwater sea life, but beside that you can see the construction of Phinisi boat in Tana Beru which has done by local crafters from generation to generation. In 2017 UNESCO recognized Phinisi art of boatbuilding in South Sulawesi as the world's intangible cultural heritage.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Makassar - Boat Making Village - Tanjung Bira

Pick up at Sultan Hasanuddin airport/ hotel in Makassar then proceed to Tanjung Bira. Driving to Tanjung Bira takes around 5-6 hours with two stops. First for lunch in Bantaeng area and then to see the boat making village around Bontobahari district. Check in at hotel then free program.

A local craftsman is making a boat near Bira

Day 2: Liukang Island 

After breakfast at the hotel, we will go to Liukang island for snorkeling, swimming, or sunbathing. After that we will go to Apparalang cliff. We will have lunch at a local restaurant on Liukang Loe island. After lunch we will head back to the hotel then free program.


Bara Beach 

Day 3: Tanjung Bira - Bissappu waterfall - Makassar

Check out at 9 am then continue to Bissappu waterfall in Bantaeng. Located not far from the main road, the height of this waterfall is around 50 meters. After that we will have lunch in local restaurant then continue to the airport or your hotel in Makassar.

 
Bissappu Waterfall 

Inclusions:

  • Private car ( Avanza or similar). We provide some type of cars depending the number of guests. Please contact us for more info.
  • English speaking driver.
  • Gasoline.
  • Parking & toll.
  • Entrance fees based on program.
  • Accomodation at Baracoco Bungalows or similar.
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Boat charter to Liukang Island.
  • Snorkeling gears.
  • Mobile WiFi hotspot.
  • Baby car seat.
  • Baby stroller.
  • Cooler box.

Exclusions:

  • Flight ticket to Makassar.
  • Lunch.
  • Dinner.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tipping.

Note:
  • The tour is a private tour.
  • A tour guide can be requested for this tour. Please contact us if you want a tour guide for this tour.
  • Time and tourism site is subject to change based on your request.


For further info:
  • Phone/ Whatsapp: +6282194918590
  • Facebook page: southsulawesitours
  • E-mail: ikhsanahmad@gmail.com






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