Une petite actualisation des infos sur les bateaux entre la Malaisie et l'Indonesie car nous meme avons eut bcp de mal a les trouver:
Il est possible de prendre un bateau depuis Johor Baru (dans le sud de la Malaisie ) pour Batam (ile Indonesienne)
- prix: 20 euros pour 3/4 d'h de traversee (bateaux entre 7h et 18h30 environ toute les heures), c'est un peu moins cher que de prendre le bateau Singapour - Batam (environ 25 euros)
- arrivee au port de Batam Centre, il faut donc ensuite aller au port de Sekupang a 18km pour prendre le bateau pour Jakarta (depuis Singapour des bateaux vont directement a Sekupang)
- il y a un depart par semaine pour Jakarta tout les mercredi a 15h . La traversee dure 26h theoriquement mais generalement c'est plutot 30h
- prix : 22 euros en classe economique ce qui signifie un grand dortoire avec des lits ce qui permet de dormir
sinon cabine de deux, quatre ou six personnes pour entre 54 euros et 27 euros) par contre ces cabines ne sont pas mixtes
- pour acheter les billets il faut aller a sekupang puis juste avant le terminal domestic prendre la route a droite (direction KTM resort) puis prendre la premiere a gauche, le bureau de Pelni est juste la
- NB: pas de probleme pour mettre les velos dans le ferry, et ce n'est pas surtaxe
Le site de Pelni ferry ne marche pas bien et nous avons eut du mal a les joindre au telephone sur leur numero 24h/24h
Sinon il existe aussi un bateau Melaka (malaisie) - Dumai (indonesie - Sumatra ) tout les jours a 10h
apparament l'office de tourisme de georgestown nous a dit que les liaisons Penang (malaisie) - Medan (indo - sumatra) n'existaient plus elles ont ete supprimee
Il est possible de faire un visa on arrival au port de Batam
cout : 25 dollars ou 20 euros pour 1 mois de visa, duree 10 minutes!
Il devrait également aller à Medan (Sumatra) tous les samedis, départ 15H00 arrivée 12h00
Avez-vous logé à Batam ? 0u à Johor Bahru ?
Vélosophiquement 😎
"Nous ne sommes plus une communauté d'être humains qui se parlent mais un conglomérat de grappes de consommateurs en niches, séparés les uns des autres par des obsessions diverses et innombrables. Nous sommes de l'ère de la désintégration." Marc Moulin (1942-2008) in Humoeurs
heu pour le nom du bateau je ne me rappelle plus...
en tout cas le ferry Pelni que nous avons pris a Batam arrivait de Medan donc je pense qu'effectivement il fait le trajet dans l'autre sens Jakarata - Batam - Medan
Nous avons loge a Batam
soit il est possible de loger a Batam Center il y a des guest house pas trop cheres apparament soit a Sekupang mais il y a seulement des resort chers... seul un le KTM est un p
Un énorme MERCI pour ces infos précieuses!!!
C'est vrai que j'qi pas mal galéré (en vain) à rechercher des liaisons entre la Malaisie et l'Indonésie via ferry mais rien!! Et le site de Pelni n'est pas du tout compréhensible..
Encore MERCI!😉
Les différences culturelles, cultuelles, linguistiques, ne sont que des richesses... ceux qui les considèrent comme un danger passent à côté des plus belles choses de cette planète!
Et le site de Pelni n'est pas du tout compréhensible..
Le site de Pelni est à l'image du pays : pas du tout compréhensible.. 🤪
Saya tidak mengerti 😊
Sur le bateau ente Medan et Geogetown en 2009
"Nous ne sommes plus une communauté d'être humains qui se parlent mais un conglomérat de grappes de consommateurs en niches, séparés les uns des autres par des obsessions diverses et innombrables. Nous sommes de l'ère de la désintégration." Marc Moulin (1942-2008) in Humoeurs
Les différences culturelles, cultuelles, linguistiques, ne sont que des richesses... ceux qui les considèrent comme un danger passent à côté des plus belles choses de cette planète!
Effectivement, merci pour ces precieuses infos si dures a trouver ailleurs...
BRAVO!!!
Petite question, combien de temps avant faut-il acheter ses billets de bateau de Sekupang a Jakarta chez Pelni ?
Dans ton cas, quel jour avais-tu achete ton billet pr partir le mercredi ?
... combien de temps avant faut-il acheter ses billets de bateau ... ?
Le plus tôt c'est le mieux mais on peut les acheter la veille et aussi le jour même. ATTENTION : TOUJOURS EN CASH
Lolodesiles vient, dans un autre message, de communiquer à nouveau l'adresse internet du site de la Pelni où il est possible de voir les horaires des bateaux :
www.pelni.co.id
Bon c'est pas tout ça faut encore comprendre comment ça marche et c'est pas toujours évident, c'est l'Indonésie 🤪
Tu cherches Sekupang et ... c'est pas dans la liste 😮 Tu te dis OK c'est Batam 😎 Et bien non, y'a pas de Batam 😠 mais si t'avais tapé Pulau Batam (île de Batam) et bien là ça fonctionne 🤪
Bon pour ce qui est de Jakarta là y'aura pas de problème 😊 Et bien y'a pas de Jakarta 🏴☠️ Car tu dois quand bien même savoir que Jakarta c'est Tanjung (TJ pour les intime) Priok 🤪
Bon allez bonne chance car ensuite tout est du même tonneau. Va falloir slalomer 😉
cabine de première classe (kelas satu)
"Nous ne sommes plus une communauté d'être humains qui se parlent mais un conglomérat de grappes de consommateurs en niches, séparés les uns des autres par des obsessions diverses et innombrables. Nous sommes de l'ère de la désintégration." Marc Moulin (1942-2008) in Humoeurs
Salut
Mercip oru les infos. On est a Johor Bahru en Malaisie et on file sur Jakarta. On pense prender un ferry demain depuis JB poru Batam, pusi mercredi pour Jakarta. On va etre jsute derriere vous si je comprends bien :-)
Ciao
Julien
Une information supplémentaire pour les liaisons de bateau entre l'Indonésie et la Malaisie.
Il existe en plus de la liaison Jakarta- Batam (île Iindonésienne) de la compagnie Pelni qui part une fois par semaine le vendredi à 10h00, une liaison Surabaya-Jakarta-Kijang (île de Bintan) environ une fois par semaine aussi : le vendredi à Surabaya, le samedi à Jakarta.
Une fois sur l'île de Bintan, il existe un ferry depuis le port de Tanjung Pinang pour la Malaisie : Johor Bahru (20 €) ou pour Singapour (12 €).
Bateau Surabaya- Kijang :
prix : 40 €
durée : 60 heures (48h annoncées)
pas de coût supplémentaire pour les vélos
conseil : si vous choisissez la Kelas Ekonomi, prévoir des provisions et de l'eau pour agrémenter le plateau repas Pelni : riz+bout de poisson servi systématiquement à tous les repas.
Salut à tous,
Nous avions également pris le ferry de Batam à Jakarta, et l'expérience était intéressante !
Par contre lorsque vous achetez vos billets à Batam méfiez-vous. Nous avions passé trois jours dans le petit resto près du point de vente des billets. le dernier jour, deux américaines sont venu prendre leurs billets et ils avaient pris soin d'enlever l'affiche où étaient indiqués les prix; Du coup elles ont payé leur billet deux fois le prix. Donc ne vous fiez pas aux gars qui sont là pour vous "aider" car ils sont juste là pour vous arnaquer ! Achetez vous mêmes vos billets au guichet en faisant la queue comme tout le monde :-)
Pour notre part, on avait pris la troisième classe (20 euros) mais notre lit avait été vendu deux fois. Du coup on a trouvé un petit coin au dernier étage du ferry dans le couloir. il y a aussi possibilité de passer une nuit dans le ferry lorsque vous arrivez à Jakarta, pour ne pas aller directement dans la ville alors qu'il fait déjà nuit. On est reparti au petit matin et là, c'est la fête : pollution, camions, crasse, bruit : que du bonheur !
Bonjour Cécile,
Désolé, on ne sait pas si c'est toujours d'actualité... On y était en 2011, donc il n'y a pas si longtemps.
Il faudrait aller voir sur le site de Pelni je crois, ou un truc du genre...
Bon voyage :-)
Julien
Pour les futurs voyageurs, je confirme que les infos donnees par Hcoriton sont toujours bonnes a ce jour - septembre 2013. j viens ce matin d'arriver a Batam Centre par le ferry de Johor Barhu. ai pris le bus - direct en sortant du terminal - jusque Sekupang, ou l'on vient d'acheter les billets pour demain, soit mercredi 15 h.
On galere un peu sur l'ile de Batam, pas grand chose a faire, alors un conseil, venir le plus tard possible. Il est je pense possible de faire Johor Barhu - Batam sekupang le mercredi matin pour avoir le bateau Pelni de 15h.
Voila, c'etait juste pour actualiser des donnees pas facile a trouver.
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I need some expert advice on these two destinations for a 15-day trip. We land in KL and plan to stay for 2 days before heading to Borneo and finishing with an island for snorkeling.
For those who’ve been, what are your must-sees?
We were thinking of spending the last 3 days on the Perhentian Islands, unless you’ve got another island to recommend near Borneo.
Thanks for your tips and help!
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.
Hi! I’m planning a 15-day trip to Malaysia. The idea is to visit KL for 2 or 3 days, then Borneo, and I’m wondering what to do with the rest of the time. I’d like to finish with the Perhentian Islands... What do you think? Any tips or advice would be great—I’d really appreciate it!
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
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!
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. ;-)
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! :-)
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?????
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 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
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.
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.
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
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! !
Sur le bateau ente Medan et Geogetown en 2009
cabine de première classe (kelas satu)
