Bateau direct Sanur - Nusa Lembongan
by Laetdes65
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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bonjour à tous
je pars à bali en solo dans 8 jours et j'arrete pas d'hsésiter quand à mes choix pour me poser, bref
je suis tentée par faire dès le jour d'arriver à l'aéroport (11h du matin local) ceci,
Prendre un bus à Denpasar pour sanur
j'espérais prendre un bateau direct pour nusa lembongan mais il semble qu'ils partent le matin c'est bien ca?
je suis preneuse de conseils d'hôtels pas chers mais pas glauques, et d'idées pour me rendre là bas
Merciiiii
Laetitia
Bjr,
Petite précision. L'aéroport de Bali ne se trouve pas à Denpasar. Il en est même loin. En fait, les faubourgs de Denpasar ne sont pas très loin de Sanur.
A l'aéroport, il y a peut - être des bus qui partent pour Sanur. Je n'en ai pas vu, mais ils existent peut - être. Sinon, il y a des taxis prepaid. Le comptoir se trouvait ( ça change souvent ) à droite en sortant de l'aéroport. Les tarifs sont indiqués sur un panneau. Vous payez au comptoir, vous donnez le reçu au taxi. C'est plus cher qu'un bus ( hypothétique ), mais c'est beaucoup plus rapide et moins galère.
Petite précision. L'aéroport de Bali ne se trouve pas à Denpasar. Il en est même loin. En fait, les faubourgs de Denpasar ne sont pas très loin de Sanur.
A l'aéroport, il y a peut - être des bus qui partent pour Sanur. Je n'en ai pas vu, mais ils existent peut - être. Sinon, il y a des taxis prepaid. Le comptoir se trouvait ( ça change souvent ) à droite en sortant de l'aéroport. Les tarifs sont indiqués sur un panneau. Vous payez au comptoir, vous donnez le reçu au taxi. C'est plus cher qu'un bus ( hypothétique ), mais c'est beaucoup plus rapide et moins galère.
Bonjour,
Il y a plusieurs "compagnies" qui font la liaison. Il y en a qui partent l'après midi. Les derniers partent vers 17 heures il me semble.
Bonjour Je ne pense pas prendre de speed boat car c'est trop cher je crois. Connaissez vous les prix? Car si cela peut me faire economiser une nuit a sanur... Je ne sais pas si c'est à eux que vous pensiez. Je me demande aussi pour les compagnies publiques, les ferries... partent ils aussi l apm? merci à vous Laetitia
Il y a plusieurs "compagnies" qui font la liaison. Il y en a qui partent l'après midi. Les derniers partent vers 17 heures il me semble.
Bonjour Je ne pense pas prendre de speed boat car c'est trop cher je crois. Connaissez vous les prix? Car si cela peut me faire economiser une nuit a sanur... Je ne sais pas si c'est à eux que vous pensiez. Je me demande aussi pour les compagnies publiques, les ferries... partent ils aussi l apm? merci à vous Laetitia
Bjr,
Petite précision. L'aéroport de Bali ne se trouve pas à Denpasar. Il en est même loin. En fait, les faubourgs de Denpasar ne sont pas très loin de Sanur.
A l'aéroport, il y a peut - être des bus qui partent pour Sanur. Je n'en ai pas vu, mais ils existent peut - être. Sinon, il y a des taxis prepaid. Le comptoir se trouvait ( ça change souvent ) à droite en sortant de l'aéroport. Les tarifs sont indiqués sur un panneau. Vous payez au comptoir, vous donnez le reçu au taxi. C'est plus cher qu'un bus ( hypothétique ), mais c'est beaucoup plus rapide et moins galère.
Bonjour et merci pour l info c'est intéressant plutôt que de remonter sur denpasar ☺
Petite précision. L'aéroport de Bali ne se trouve pas à Denpasar. Il en est même loin. En fait, les faubourgs de Denpasar ne sont pas très loin de Sanur.
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Bonjour et merci pour l info c'est intéressant plutôt que de remonter sur denpasar ☺
Bonjour,
nous étions à Bali en mai et nous sommes allées à Lembogan.
Les tarifs en speed boat au guichet c'est 175 000Rp, au retour la meme compagnie 150 000Rp plusieurs départs dans la journée. Tarifs bien moins chers pour les locaux.
En attendant le bateau lent il y a a Sanur une petite home stay toute neuve avec des proprios sympas à 150 000 RP air cond et eau chaude.
A l'aéroport il faut traverser le parking pour te trouver sur la route ou circulent les taxis bleus avec taximeter.
je n'ai pas trouvé ni cherché les taxis prépaid comme dans l'ancien aéroport.
A Lembogan j'ai 2 adresses si tu es interssée.
Bon voyage
Françoise
bonjour, merci BEAUCOUP pour le message et les conseils car j'en ai pas reçu beaucoup 🙂
Jai reservé sur booking une nuit à sanur près de l'embarquère dans un truc pas cher du tout. Jai aussi réservé 2 nuits à lembongon pour 300 000 rp les 2 nuits mais suis preneuse de bons plans (je peux annuler mes resa) et de noms et prix de logements si t'as trouvé qqch de sympa car le mien par exemple n'est pas face à la plage (peut etre lié au prix 😛)
je vais prendre le ferry public celui qui part à 8h, t'as des infos pour achat du billet (où? et trajet?) par hasard?
Je pense aller aux gilis surement Meno mais je sais pas encore où, ni d'où en partant de bali (padangbai? sanur c'est possible??), puis sud Lombok (avec Rinjani entre temps déjà réservé)
pour le retour je pensais aller vers la peninsule de bukhit
je prends des infos si tu connais tout ou partie de mon circuit !!! merci encore !!
Laetitia
quelques infos supplémentaires avant le départ,
les prix sont corrects s'ils sont avec air condionné , c'est vite étouffant et les ventilateurs s'ils sont petits, pas assez efficaces à mon gout.
L'embarquement pour le bateau lent est à un seul endroit à Sanur les billets sont vendus au guichet , je ne connais pas le prix, il y en a pour 1h1/2 le débarquement s'il est à mashroom bay et que tu loges dans un autre endroit il te faudra prendre le taxi scooter.
Nous logions sur la baie Jungutbathu au "kubu nusa" 200 000Rp air cond. , eau chaude, sans petit dèj., neuf très bien, pas sur la plage, hotel next door (D camel) avec piscine ouverte aux extérieurs si consommation, jeune patron sympa.
A Sanur je te recommande le "Wayam home stay" jalan danau tamblingan n°50 memes caractéristiques et une famille absolument charmante (150 000Rp )
A Munduk (que j'ai adoré) le jeudi et dimanche concours de toupies avec paris dans un village ou se trouve le "geant tree".
de Lembogan il est possible de rejoindre les gilis en speed boat ainsi que de Sanur.
A Padang Bay c'est le ferry plus lent moin cher.
le sud de Bali, est , à Kuta, envahi par les chinois et indonésiens qui se déplacent par pleins bus, la circulation dans toute la péninsule est embouteillée à certaines heures et très polluée.
de plus en plus de balinais circulent masquée.
Si toutefois tu veux séjourner à Kuta , nous avons nos habitudes au Komala indha 2 jalan Benasari qui nous plait pour son jardin.Les conditions sont spartiates mais la mer est toute proche et reste un lieu routard .(85000Rp)
Je te souhaite bon voyage
Françoise
merci encore pour tous ces bons conseils !
coup je partirais de Lembongan direct vers les Gili. Je pense aller à Gili Air, t'en penses quoi?
Excellent pour l'hotel à Sanur c'est celui que jai reservé sur booking !!
du coup kuta ca me donne moins envie donc je sais pas trop, peut être voir les autres plages sud sud est... soit tirta gangga (jai que 2 sem et le trek rinjani au milieu et munduk me parait pas à côté) ou bukhut
je verrais bien
si t'as des infos (les dernières!!) sur Gili Air ou les autres (ton ressenti) c'est le bienvenu
Encore un grand merci
Laetitia
bonsoir
je me greffe à la discussion pour poser une question à propos de nusa Lembogan ; Y a -il des taxis à la sortie du bateau pour nous emmener à l'hotel (avec les bagages ). Nous avons réservé au tarci bungalows mais ils n'évoquent pas le transfert sur leur site , or nous avons 2 enfants et 4 bagages ! Nous pouvons marcher mais si possible sans les bagages !
merci
Timlulu
annie
ton bateau au départ de sanur peut accoster soit à muschroom bay soit à jungutbatu.....(demande au départ..)
tu as choisi de loger à jungutbatu et je pense que tu as fait le bon choix.....si tu arrives à muschroom bay, il y a une colline à franchir, il te faudra prendre un des véhicules qui attendent à l'arrivée des bateaux....essaie alors de le partager avec d'autres qui vont aussi à jungutbatu....mais je pense qu'un coup de fil au "tarci"...règlerait le pb.....
mais rien n'est "carré" en indonésie..avions payé au guichet (sur la gauche de la route qui mène à l'embarcadère) un aller en bateau public lent qui devait arriver à jungutbatu......on nous a placé sans rien nous demander sur un bateau rapide qui partait à la même heure( le bateau lent était complet) et qui arrivait à muschroom bay.....
-rien à voir, mais qqun demandait où se trouvait le guichet des taxis "prépaid" au nouvel aéroport de denpasar..l'an passé il était dans le hall d'arrivée..plutôt minuscule....donc bien le chercher....prix affichés, on te donne un ticket et on te mène à un taxi....c'est bien pratique et pas cher si on ne va pas loin (sanur ou jimbaran par ex..)
cdt
A Nusa Lambogan, on avait débarqué sur la plage et on avait des guesthouses devant la mer, devant nous, sur la plage.Sans réservation, on avait trouvé à se loger facilement, au Seven,7.Des petits bungalows agréables, un restaurant en terrasse, les pieds dans l'eau, les spectacles des jardiniers de la mer en permanence.Très bien.
On y avait passé 2 nuits.
bonjour;
pour les gilis , ma soeur était à Trawengan l'an passé et n'ira plus suite aux 2 mosquées qui hurlent au moment de la prière pendant une heure.
sur ce que j'ai entendu gili air ou meno sont OK. Tirta c'est bien tu peux louer un scooter , passer la journée aux rizières, à Amed.Nous avons fait depuis Amed la boucle par la cote c'est très beau.
Tu dois y etre alors profite
Françoise
bonjour,
quand vous acheter les billets si c'est en shuttle c'est en principe de porte à porte. Au débarquadère de Mashroom bay il y a des taxis moto qui peuvent vous transporter avec vos bagages à la mode indo: un sac entre les jambes , le chauffeur , un enfant , un adulte avec sac au dos.
Il y a toujours une solution avec quelques roupies .
Nusa Lembogan en quelques images:
La plage où on avait débarqué.
Vue sur le mont AGUNG depuis la terrasse de notre hôtel:le 7.

Culture et récolte des algues.

Dans la mangrove.
Bras de mer qui sépare Nusa Lambogan de Céningan, ligne Wallace qui sépare l'Asie de l'Océanie.
Sur l'île de Céningan
La plage où on avait débarqué.
Vue sur le mont AGUNG depuis la terrasse de notre hôtel:le 7.
Culture et récolte des algues.
Dans la mangrove.
Bras de mer qui sépare Nusa Lambogan de Céningan, ligne Wallace qui sépare l'Asie de l'Océanie.
Sur l'île de CéninganSOJU
bonjour et merci pour les précisions .
je ne savais qu'il y avait 2 arrivées possibles même en bateau public lent. On pensait prendre celui de 10h30 le matin, on n'est pas trop fan des bateaux rapides tape-culs !
En effet je vais envoyer un mail au Tarci un peu avant notre arrivée pour voir ce qui est possible.
Timlulu
bonjour merci pour votre réponse.
Je viens de découvrir la définition de shuttle !
pour moi jusqu'ici , c'était simplement un mini bus .... et apparemment ça fait du porte à porte: ce qui fait que si j'achète mon billet à l'hotel à Sanur , on vient m'y chercher et on m'emmène jusqu'à mon hotel à NL , ça serait royal !
Timlulu
annie
ton bateau au départ de sanur peut accoster soit à muschroom bay soit à jungutbatu.....(demande au départ..)
tu as choisi de loger à jungutbatu et je pense que tu as fait le bon choix.....si tu arrives à muschroom bay, il y a une colline à franchir, il te faudra prendre un des véhicules qui attendent à l'arrivée des bateaux....essaie alors de le partager avec d'autres qui vont aussi à jungutbatu....mais je pense qu'un coup de fil au "tarci"...règlerait le pb.....
mais rien n'est "carré" en indonésie..avions payé au guichet (sur la gauche de la route qui mène à l'embarcadère) un aller en bateau public lent qui devait arriver à jungutbatu......on nous a placé sans rien nous demander sur un bateau rapide qui partait à la même heure( le bateau lent était complet) et qui arrivait à muschroom bay.....
-rien à voir, mais qqun demandait où se trouvait le guichet des taxis "prépaid" au nouvel aéroport de denpasar..l'an passé il était dans le hall d'arrivée..plutôt minuscule....donc bien le chercher....prix affichés, on te donne un ticket et on te mène à un taxi....c'est bien pratique et pas cher si on ne va pas loin (sanur ou jimbaran par ex..)
cdt
Bonjour, C'est quoi le tarci svp? Merci 🙂
Bonjour, C'est quoi le tarci svp? Merci 🙂
je répondais à "timulu" qui avait précisé qu'elle logeait au "tarci" bungalow...mais je ne connais pas cet hébergement, j'avais logé au "yogi beach bungalow" qui était tres bien....
j-louis
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I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Hi there,
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
Hi there
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Kanchanaburi:
Kanchanaburi:
Sri Chiangmai:
Soppong:
Tha Wang Pha:
Kanchanaburi:

Kanchanaburi:

Sri Chiangmai:

Soppong:

Tha Wang Pha:

🙂 Hi everyone!
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hi there,
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Hi everyone,
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working on a 30-day itinerary for May/June 2027.
10 days in eastern Java (Malang, Bromo, waterfalls, Meru Beriti Park, Banyuwangi, and Ijen), a short transit in Ubud for a few days, then Flores before heading back to Jakarta.
We’ll spend 15 days in Flores (the classic route: Moni, Bajawa, Riung, Ruteng, ending in Labuan Bajo).
I’d love some firsthand feedback on flights to Maumere or Ende from Bali Denpasar. I know there are no direct routes and that you have to connect through Labuan Bajo or Timor (I think), which isn’t an issue in itself.
But I’ve read here and there that flights to these destinations can be delayed—or worse, canceled—and that it’s better to fly in and out of Labuan Bajo, which isn’t exactly ideal...
Thanks for any tips or experiences you can share!




