Croisière expédition de Tao? (Philippines)
by Meily
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour,
Je pars pour les Philippines en février pour 1 mois.
J'aimerais avoir des feedback de personnes ayant fait les croisières expéditions de Tao Philippines....
Quels sont les meilleurs endroits à visiter sur Davao et environs?
Merci
Si tu aimes la nature (et un peu d'aventure) ainsi que voir autre chose que des belles plages, tu peux jeter un oeil sur ce blog: http://adventuredavao.blogspot.com/ pour avoir une idée de la région autour du Mt Apo à côté de Davao.
Au retour pour te reposer de ces efforts, direction l'île de Samal juste en face de Davao.
Bon voyage, Marc
Au retour pour te reposer de ces efforts, direction l'île de Samal juste en face de Davao.
Bon voyage, Marc
hello moi aussi, je serais très intéresser pour connaitre des avis concernant tao phils, sur la partie coron - el nido ,
quelq un a t il deja fait ce trip sur 3 ou 5 jours ? est ce que ca vaut le coup ? est ce cher pour ce que c est ? etc ... tout avis est le bienvenue
merci d avance
hello
merci d avance !!! par contre, as tu des infos sur les reservations ? comment as tu fait ? et/ou autres infos bonnes a savoir ? guesthouses , transport etc.... ?
merci, c tres sympa de me donner ces infos
RE : nous les avons contacté par mail sur leur site, ils sont relativement flexible pour les dates et très sympa, nous allons prendre un vol manille coron ensuite rejoindre el nido en 5 jour avec eux (un bateau que pour nous) calamian et bacuit j'ai trop hâte !! Approximativement 50 €/jour/pers.
Nous n'avons encore rien réservé sur el nido pour passer la nuit plusieurs en vue golden monkey, marina garden beach etc..
Ensuite puerto princessa avec véhicule de loc et vol vers bohol
N'hésite pas à poser des questions sur ce forum il y a pas d'expert sur cette destination c'est le meilleur des guides
A+
Chantal
1er fevrier, c pour bientot alors ? t es deja aux phils ?
sinon, pour donner tes impressions a chaud, je crois que t as des cybercafes a el nido !! donc, n hesites surtout pas !! 😉
autrement, personne n a jamais tester auparavant ??? merci d avance
autrement, personne n a jamais tester auparavant ??? merci d avance
TAO TA000000000000
et l"individuel!
😏1 jour Traversée(6 heures en bangka; Busuanga /Coron:2200 php repas : 300 php /repas tour around Coron, barracuda ect....:1500 php entrance fees total:500 php Nuité style sea dive;1000 php/nuit petit dej :150 php/jour/ Tour around bacuit style A, B, C aprés arrivée El nido environ 1500php/pers la journée x 3 jours.
Soit pour 5 jours /4 nuités / 10 repas (midi soir compris)/5 ptits dej, traversée Busuanga/Palawan et excursions;1 jour Coron et 3 jrs around Bacuit ;11450 PHP environ 175 euros le total tout compris pour 1 pers
Banol Beach, Cayangan/Barracuda Lake, 7 Islands, Twin Lagoon =1500 php
Nouveau ;4 heures de traversée.
GETTING TO CORON BY BOAT FROM EL NIDO
Boat: PRINCESS WELIA SUPERCAT (P2, 200 per person)
😏1 jour Traversée(6 heures en bangka; Busuanga /Coron:2200 php repas : 300 php /repas tour around Coron, barracuda ect....:1500 php entrance fees total:500 php Nuité style sea dive;1000 php/nuit petit dej :150 php/jour/ Tour around bacuit style A, B, C aprés arrivée El nido environ 1500php/pers la journée x 3 jours.
Soit pour 5 jours /4 nuités / 10 repas (midi soir compris)/5 ptits dej, traversée Busuanga/Palawan et excursions;1 jour Coron et 3 jrs around Bacuit ;11450 PHP environ 175 euros le total tout compris pour 1 pers
Banol Beach, Cayangan/Barracuda Lake, 7 Islands, Twin Lagoon =1500 php
Nouveau ;4 heures de traversée.
GETTING TO CORON BY BOAT FROM EL NIDO
Boat: PRINCESS WELIA SUPERCAT (P2, 200 per person)
hello ,
si je suis bien ton raisonnement ..... ?
inutile de prendre un parcours de 3-5 jours entre coron et el nido ?
est ce mieux de passer directement de l un a l autre sans s attarder ?
que faire de precis sur coron en 2 J ?
ou aller direct a el nido ?? choix delicat pour ma part !!
ce parcours de tao phils me semblait sympa vu la presentation
que faire ?????
merci d avance pour m eclaircir l horizon
Bonjour,
L"interet de l'individuel, c'est de pouvoir composer ton parcours comme tu le souhaites;dans le temps, l'espace et la météo.
Cest moins cher , de plus et sur place tu as le pouvoir de décider.
la liberté quoi...............;
C"est dommage d"avoir un fil à la patte.
Tu as plein de choses à faire au départ de Coron City sur Busuanga.
Parcourir lile en moto xrm 125cm, super et trés cool pour 500php/jour.
Aller plonger sur les monsters wrecks ect......
J"y suis resté 5 jours.Cest plus sauvage que El nido
Louer les bangkas que tu veux , sur les parcours qui t'interressent:Coron island , les lacs ect..... environ 1500 php, tu peux aussi aller sur Culion et les autres iles.
Tu peux torganiser le jour le jour soit par le seadive ou l'association des pecheurs de Coron.
La traversée Coron/El nido se réserve au seadive resort et départ depuis le quai du seadive.
Une fois à El nido tu t organise aussi comme tu le veux en fonction du temps:
Visite de l archipel debacuit ou location de moto pour voir le nord de palawan, les plages désertiques ect...;underground river sur Sabang;Port Barton, Canipa island.....
Pour mes deux séjours en 2005 et 2009 sur la région;jai pratiqué ainsi et jamais déçu
y compris une traversée aller retour Puerto/sabang/el nido en moto.
No need Tao Taoooooooooo😉 et les tours organisés!!
look le lien et utilise les renseignements
www seadive resort.com
Nav Ps ;pour le trajet avion depuis Manila to busuanga tu as le choix entre 3 compagnies Philippines airlines Cebu pacific Zest air qui est la moins chere et je te conseille de réserver depuis la France par cb tu gagneras du temps .
look le lien et utilise les renseignements
www seadive resort.com
Nav Ps ;pour le trajet avion depuis Manila to busuanga tu as le choix entre 3 compagnies Philippines airlines Cebu pacific Zest air qui est la moins chere et je te conseille de réserver depuis la France par cb tu gagneras du temps .
c'est 100 fois mieux en individuel, mais si on a peu de temps et peu d experience du voyage aux philippines ce n'est pas un mauvais plan a mon avis , 12000 peso ce n'est pas non plus la mer a boire.
yes mais repas, nuités, ptit dej, feees sur les sanctuary fish non compris!
le cout de leur open expedition est de 17500 php soit 265 euros:pour 5 jours et 4 nuits, couchage à bord ou camping et menu grillade hors beer.
3500 php la journée.
Nav
Evidement 😛 c'est cher mais j imagine que ca doit pas etre trop mal
c'es sur que ce n'est pas trop complique de voyager au philippines
bon y a des gens qui preferent etre encadre et sans trop de temps pour chercher
c'es sur que ce n'est pas trop complique de voyager au philippines
bon y a des gens qui preferent etre encadre et sans trop de temps pour chercher
Exact mon ami!😉
il en faut pour tous les gouts🤪 et si ça peut rassurer..........TAO taoooooooo
Nous venons de rentrer de 12 jours aux Philippines et je dois dire, le meilleur du voyage a été Tao!
Nous avons fait l'expedition Coron - El Nido en 5 jours, magnifique!
Je ne conseille pas les 3 jours c'est trop court, et le budget vaut vraiment la peine, on a visité des îles desertes là où il n'y a pas de touristes, ce qui est rare sur Bacuit Bay maintenant....on a dormi sur des villages de pêcheurs et sur le bateau, la nourriture est très bonne et tout le monde à bord très sympa!
Bientôt je ferai un compte rendu plus détaillé!
Bon voyage!!!
hello, donc plutot 5 jours
peux tu nous donner plus d infos sur l organisation sur place , le prix etc...
quels conseils pour ce parcours ?? toutes infos et avantages et inconvenients ?
merci d avance
Bonjour!
merci....pour ce feedback. peux tu ns donner plus d infos concernant l'organisation a bord. combien vs etiez a bord?...et la meteo en ce moment de l'annee? pour la cinquieme journee, l'expedition se termine vers quelle heure? a t'on le temps de prendre un avion la même journée?
merci
Meily
Le meilleur, c'est pas Tao ou machin chose, c'est les PHILIPPINES tout simplement!
beauté des paysages , la luxuriance de la nature , leur inconparable sourire en toutes circonstances et Leur way of life:
LE BAHALA NA
Il n'ya pas vraiment d"expedition à la HUSHUAYA............; c'est du survivor😉organisé! LOL .
On aime ou pas.
Leur force est de faire croire que l'on va vous vendre de l'authentique , incomparable
😉Et tout celà aussi bien sur Calamian group ou bacuit, tu peux l' organiser toi meme trés facilement avec une carte et un marin pecheur sympa!
Celà manque pas!
il suffit de demander soit sur Busuanga (association des pecheurs)ou coron à un pecheur de louer sa bangka pour peu de pesos:moitié prix des tours operators et tu visiteras toutes les iles et ilots désertiques que tu voudras.
Eux , ils ne sont dans aucun guide book😉et qui mieux qu'eux connaissent les fonds interressants
Il y a des milliers d"ilots, il est facile de s'exiler, il suffit d'aller ou ne vont pas les autres!
Il y aussi des incotournables pour la beauté des fonds coraliens style: 7TH commando beach ou Miniloc et les lagoon ou Matinloc et secret beach.
De meme dans les calamians avec barrakuda lake et kayangan.
Ici on rencontrera des gens ;aprés tout , nous ne sommes pas des sauvages!
On est pas non plus ici sur la cote d'azur
;Acheter nourriture bieres et fruits avant.
Là est la vrai aventure !
il faut bien des trucs organisés pour tout type de clientele:style TAO pour 265 euros/pers/pour 5 jours.
La note est salée pour le prix dela vie aux philippines mais si des touristes aiment .Chacun son choix.
La météo est bonne en février dans ce coin mais un coup de vent peut toujours se lever et la sagesse vaut de ne jamais etre préssé quelque soit la raison.
Un bon skipper le sait;pas de priorité à un départ d"avion ou autre.
condition de nav avant tout!
Bon trip à tous selon vos gouts!
Chiao Chiao ou TAO TAOO
Nav
un petit bemol quand meme , toi tu connais bien la mer et surtout tu as l habitude de negos avec les pecheurs tu sais ce qu il est possible ou pas de faire
pour un newbie meme bien prepare avec des cartes et des guides ce ne sera pas aussi facile de trouver la bonne personne et de lui expliquer ce que tu attend , il peut y avoir des deceptions
tao a trouver un creneau qu il utilise bien j espere c'est le business du tourisme
tao a trouver un creneau qu il utilise bien j espere c'est le business du tourisme
Salut Ami
Effectivement c'est du business ;mon role ici est de signaler que la note est tout de meme salée et que avec un peu de bon sens logique , de bonne volonté et quelques connaissances du domaine maritime , tu peux organiser ton propre parcours à moindre cout.
Cest assez facile sur Busuanga et palawan de trouver des marins compétants;
chacun fait selon son choix .
il est vrai que toute prestation meme non exceptionnelle mérite salaire.
Moi je priviligie toujours les autochtones et ma liberté: c'est mon choix.
Amitiés,
Nav
Le meilleur POUR NOUS a été TaoPhilippines. Je n'ai pas dit que ça devait être le meilleur pour tout le monde. Nous en tout cas on a adoré et je pense qu'on ne peut pas comparer les 5 jours d'expédition entre Busuanga et El Nido, à des tours journaliers par ci- par là. C'est différent. De toute façon en regardant le site de Tao soit on aime soit on n'aime pas, après à chacun de voir ce qu'il veut..
Bon, pour revenir aux détails:
nous étions 8 passagers plus 5 membres d'équipage. On dévait être 10 à la base mais à la dernière minute sur Coron l'autre couple a annulé car lui, il avait attrapé la Dengue. Alors attention! mettez beaucoup d'antimoustique!
il n'y a pas un itinéraire défini exact, on s'arrête là où on veut, beaucoup dépend du groupe et sa dynamique. La nuit tombé on dort soit sur le bateau soit sur une île..
Météo: il a fait beau et chaud tous les jours, quelques nuages mais rien de méchant. Nos kawés sont restés dans nos sacs à dos pendant tout le voyage.
Conseils: prenez beaucoup de crème solaire, un chapeau, anti moustiques, pas besoin de moustiquaire on vous le fournit. Avant vous pouvez acheter de la bière et des choses à grignoter pour le voyage.
Seul point négatif: les meduses. Alors si vous faites du snorkeling prenez un t-shirt à manches longues avec vous. Elles sont petites mais c'est désagréable quand on se fait piquer plusieurs fois.
Le 5ème jour nous sommes arrivés à El Nido vers 18h00, je pense qu'il ne faut pas compter sur prendre l'avion le même jour, mieux vaut attendre le lendemain.
Avantage: nous avons découvert cet archipel d'une façon différente et originale. Nous n'avons pas croisé d'autres touristes pendant les jours 2, 3 et 4.
Inconvénient: vous ne savez pas sur quel genre de groupe vous allez tomber. Nous avons eu de la chance, nous nous sommes très bien entendu avec tout le monde et on avait tous entre 26 et 40 ans.
Vous allez cohabiter avec d'autres personnes pendant 5 jours et il est important d'avoir une bonne dynamique de groupe pour que tout se passe bien.
Je ne mettrai pas le prix comme inconvénient, moi je trouve que ça a valu la peine, et j'ai beaucoup aimé leur façon de travailler. Ils aident les populations locales avec de l'infrastructure et ils contribuent à l'éducation des enfants à l'école..
Je suis en train de travailler sur un compte rendu détaillé mais d'ici là si vous avez d'autres questions n'hésitez pas!!
Je conseille vivement les croisières de Tao Philippines.
Comme dit plus haut, il est vrai que 265 euros c'est un peu cher par rapport au coût de la vie sur place. Maintenant, ça reste très abordable, et si vous ne voulez pas trop vous casser la tête à organiser votre périple avec un pêcheur, n'hésitez pas : Tao Philippines !
J'ai écrit un article hier soir d'ailleurs sur les croisières Tao Philippines : voir mon blog Voyages et Photos .com.
ps : j'avais conseillé Tao Philippines il y a quelques mois à un jeune couple (sur ce forum), ils en reviennent tout juste, et ils ont adorés, j'attends leur photos et carnet de voyage !
J'ai écrit un article hier soir d'ailleurs sur les croisières Tao Philippines : voir mon blog Voyages et Photos .com.
ps : j'avais conseillé Tao Philippines il y a quelques mois à un jeune couple (sur ce forum), ils en reviennent tout juste, et ils ont adorés, j'attends leur photos et carnet de voyage !
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We’re a couple looking for a driver for 10 days to explore Northern Vietnam in April.
Best regards,
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).
Thanks!
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).
Thanks!
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
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
Bonjour,
En voyage en Thaïlande je suis à la recherche de jonc bouddhiste kumlai.
Quelqu’un saurait-il me guider pour en trouver?
À Bangkok j’ai visité quelques temple mais je n’en n’ai pas trouvé sur les magasins à proximité.
Si vous avez une idée je suis preneuse! Belle journée :-)
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!
Hi everyone,
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!
























