Vos histoires insolites en Thaïlande
by Zatetlou444
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Tiens en vla une autre....
L'an dernier, assis a une table devant l'hotel ou je logeais, je repere derriere moi une thaie, vraiment canon et j'ai tout de suite eu l'impression qu'elle regardais en coin.....Quelque sangsom plus tard elle ouvre la parole, ensuite viens s'installer a coter de moi, on discute, discute pendant des heures....Je me dis celle la c'est sur, elle va m'anoncer un prix, c'est sur.....Mais j'avais quand meme une petite lueur d'espoir, donc on continue a discuter et a boire, cela dure des heures, je la trouve de plus en plus canon et....toujours pas question d'argent....Waouw....Apres un certain temps, elle va au toilette.....Les chauffeur de taxi qui sont devant l'hotel toute la nuit, me font des sourires, un deux s'approche de moi et me dis you want lady.....Go go chi want sex....no money...chi is free....Et la, la claque, mon franc tombe, tous ce que j'avais entendu et lu sur vf est devant mon nez....Non, je n'y croit pas...Elle reviens, je la regarde mais mdr, je la trouve tjs aussi canon....Je ne peux m'empecher de poser la question fatale, la george serre...You??Lady???Et la reponse tombe aussi sec qu'un coup de poing en pleine poire.....Non....
Harrrrrrrrrfffffffffff l'erreur, l'horeur, non.....Je pretexte que je doit aller au toilettes pour m'echapper lachement et m'enfermer dans la chambre....Coucher dans mon lit, j'entend les bruits de talon dans le couloir, c'est elle ou lui, c'est sur, j'ai laisser la clef avec le numero de chambre toute la nuit sur la table....Toc toc toc, je n'ouvre pas, non mi day....Elle repars....Deux heures plus tard, je suis reveiller par une horde de femme de menage...Le Katoys, pour se venger avais retourner mon panneau no disturb, donc la s'etais please clean de room....
La ou le vent nous emporteras
Ah non...
Mon pire cauchemard vient de prendre forme aujord'hui dans cette histoire...
Tu n'avais pas remarqué a la voie ou a la pomme d'adam qu'il y avait quelque chose de pas normal !? 😄
Ca me rapelle une histoire, notre deuxième soir a Bangkok, nous étions dans le parc du palais pour l'empereur, le grand parc en "plus ou moins" gazon, quand un groupe de je ne sais plus, 6 ladyboy peut être commence a venir nous draguer...nous gentils, on les laisses et on trouve ca marrant; Et puis a la fin au moment de partir elles nous disent "you, you you, and me, my friend, my friend, my friend, my friend, my friend....in your hotel...." Euuuuh attendez il faut que je réfléchisse un petit instant 😕 huuuuumm....... NON !! aller tchao!! c'est qu'elles, enfin ils, ont beaucoup insistés!
Ca me rapelle une histoire, notre deuxième soir a Bangkok, nous étions dans le parc du palais pour l'empereur, le grand parc en "plus ou moins" gazon, quand un groupe de je ne sais plus, 6 ladyboy peut être commence a venir nous draguer...nous gentils, on les laisses et on trouve ca marrant; Et puis a la fin au moment de partir elles nous disent "you, you you, and me, my friend, my friend, my friend, my friend, my friend....in your hotel...." Euuuuh attendez il faut que je réfléchisse un petit instant 😕 huuuuumm....... NON !! aller tchao!! c'est qu'elles, enfin ils, ont beaucoup insistés!
Aller, et si je relancais cette vieille discution qui fait toujours sourire!?
Je me lance:
Voila, en février dernier, ma soeur vient me rejoindre en Thailande, je décide d'aller revoir une vieille amie thai qui m'avait prise en stop aux alentours de Chumporn; une fois arrivés sur place, et après avoir un peu parlés, la fille très gentille nous présente sa famille; bref tout se passe bien, nous expliquant que son job était de vendre des oeufs sur le marché de Chumporn, le soir arrive et elle nous demande si l'on veut lui filer un coup de main pour le marché du lendemain matin ? pourquoi pas!
Couchés a 2h du matin c'est non sans difficultés qu'on se leva vers les 4h pour préparer les oeufs (oui 2 pick up remplis a ras bord quand même...); Nous voila arrivé au marché, le soleil se lève a peine, on prépare le stand, préparons les petits paniers... Ensuite le jour se lève, et c'est devant des thai ébaillis que nous vendons des oeufs, les pauvres n'en revenaient pas! des farang qui vendent des oeufs dans leur bon vieu marché de Cumporn !! ca restera une bonne expérience bien que difficile malgrès tout, a cause de la chaleur et de la longeur (on a du finir autour des 17h, après avoir assuré quelques livraisons a domicile dans la région).
Enfin je me souviendrais toujours la tête que les thai fesaient quand ils voyaient 2 farang vendre des oeufs (surrement pas le genre de métier qu'ils s'attendent a ce qu'un farang fasse), eux contents de venir nous acheter des oeufs, et certaisn contents aussi de nous faire trimer 😉. D'ailleurs a mon prochain voyage, rebelotte!.
A qui le tour!?
Voila, en février dernier, ma soeur vient me rejoindre en Thailande, je décide d'aller revoir une vieille amie thai qui m'avait prise en stop aux alentours de Chumporn; une fois arrivés sur place, et après avoir un peu parlés, la fille très gentille nous présente sa famille; bref tout se passe bien, nous expliquant que son job était de vendre des oeufs sur le marché de Chumporn, le soir arrive et elle nous demande si l'on veut lui filer un coup de main pour le marché du lendemain matin ? pourquoi pas!
Couchés a 2h du matin c'est non sans difficultés qu'on se leva vers les 4h pour préparer les oeufs (oui 2 pick up remplis a ras bord quand même...); Nous voila arrivé au marché, le soleil se lève a peine, on prépare le stand, préparons les petits paniers... Ensuite le jour se lève, et c'est devant des thai ébaillis que nous vendons des oeufs, les pauvres n'en revenaient pas! des farang qui vendent des oeufs dans leur bon vieu marché de Cumporn !! ca restera une bonne expérience bien que difficile malgrès tout, a cause de la chaleur et de la longeur (on a du finir autour des 17h, après avoir assuré quelques livraisons a domicile dans la région).
Enfin je me souviendrais toujours la tête que les thai fesaient quand ils voyaient 2 farang vendre des oeufs (surrement pas le genre de métier qu'ils s'attendent a ce qu'un farang fasse), eux contents de venir nous acheter des oeufs, et certaisn contents aussi de nous faire trimer 😉. D'ailleurs a mon prochain voyage, rebelotte!.
A qui le tour!?
Hello,
Je me suis tapé tout le post pour voir si je l'avais écrite. Et c'était bien sympa de lire, relire, ces expériences 😄.
En février dernier, arrivant à Ayuthaya de Phrae en bus, qui continuait sur bkk, on se fait lacher sur l'autoroute. Que des motos taxis à l'arret en bambou. C'est pas bien grave, je n'ai qu'une petite valise, ca joue. Le "chef" vient me voir et il comprend que je veux aller à la gare. Il le dit a mon futur chauffeur qui acquiesce. Là, un autre chauffeur lui sort "bla bla bla" que je comprends pas et mon chauffeur répond "bla bla bla farang saam roi" (étranger 300) en se marrant. A ce moment j'enlève mon casque en me marrant aussi et leur sort dans mon thai de vache espagnole "saam roi paeng mak mak, mai ao krap" (300, très très cher, je ne veux pas). Ah leur tete ! Tous stressé et paniqué je saisis à nouveau "farang kao jai" et des blabla inquiets entre eux. Je continue de me marrer, remets le casque et on part. Arrivé à la gare, je lui dit tao rai (combien?) et me sors 50 ! Je lui donne 60, on se marre et il part l'air heureux.
Ici farangland, à vous Paris !
Je me suis tapé tout le post pour voir si je l'avais écrite. Et c'était bien sympa de lire, relire, ces expériences 😄.
En février dernier, arrivant à Ayuthaya de Phrae en bus, qui continuait sur bkk, on se fait lacher sur l'autoroute. Que des motos taxis à l'arret en bambou. C'est pas bien grave, je n'ai qu'une petite valise, ca joue. Le "chef" vient me voir et il comprend que je veux aller à la gare. Il le dit a mon futur chauffeur qui acquiesce. Là, un autre chauffeur lui sort "bla bla bla" que je comprends pas et mon chauffeur répond "bla bla bla farang saam roi" (étranger 300) en se marrant. A ce moment j'enlève mon casque en me marrant aussi et leur sort dans mon thai de vache espagnole "saam roi paeng mak mak, mai ao krap" (300, très très cher, je ne veux pas). Ah leur tete ! Tous stressé et paniqué je saisis à nouveau "farang kao jai" et des blabla inquiets entre eux. Je continue de me marrer, remets le casque et on part. Arrivé à la gare, je lui dit tao rai (combien?) et me sors 50 ! Je lui donne 60, on se marre et il part l'air heureux.
Ici farangland, à vous Paris !
Il voulait lui donner des fleurs, mais comme il n'y a pas de fleurs sur l'île, il lui a donné l'argent des fleurs
Moi, c'était de Phu Rua en direction de Chiang Mai, en bus de nuit. La nuit vient de tomber, moi et ma copine thaie, on trouvait le tps long... Tout le dormait plus ou moins, et le bus peu rempli. On a décidé de passer à l'acte (elle me chevauchait)😄😄😄😄. Peu de tps après, en un éclair, le bus s'arrêtait net sans qu'on comprenne pourquoi. Il y avait à ce moment là une petite torche qui montait par la portière princiaple. On se demandait tjours ce que c'est... Ensuite, aussitôt, on réalise que c'est un policier!!!
Moi, j'ai mis la couverture de la compagnie du bus sur la chose, puis elle, les 2 jambes ds 1 même pied de pantalon puis son sac sur les cuisses pour cacher. Heureusement, le gentil fonctionnaire ne nous avait pas demandé de descendre du bus... Il nous demandait juste de lui faire voir nos papiers.😉😉😉😉😉
Même aujourd'hui, on en rigole encore de cette aventure peu banale.
Quelques mots prononcés ont parfois un effet dynamique, mais, à d'autres instants, c'est le silence qui laisse une empreinte plein de sens.
(Dalai Lama)
coquin
j'ai une petite histoire MOI aussi!!!
il y a 2 ans mon mari avait fait faire un portrait sur toile (de son papa décédé) à Phuket.Bref, il y tenait BEAUCOUP car chaque fois que je la touchais j'avais droit à un"fais gaffe, attention..."
La 2eme partie du voyage était à Samui donc pour le transport de la toile toute une galère....
On arrive à la fin du séjour on attend furieux, le taxi qui à 30 min de retard devant l'hotel avec tous nos bagages et (bien sure) la TOILE....On regarde l'heure et on se dit que l'on va louper notre vol pour BKK.... Finalement le taxi arrive en speed charge les bagages en 1 seconde et nous voilà arrivés à l'aeroport en 7minutes prets à monter dans l'avion!!!! MAIS LA TOILE???!!! Me direz vous? Bah on l'a oublié.......
Alors mon mari commence à avoir les larmes aux yeux, et là je me dis que la derniere journée prévue à BKK allait etre gachée par "LA TOILE".... Alors dans un élan d'espoir je donne sans convictions à l'hotesse les coordonnées de l'hotel et lui explique le problème....elle me dis qu'elle peut rien faire, je la supplie.....Please!!!!!
Le vol se fait dans le silence, Monsieur fait la gueule.....
Et à peine sortis de l'avion une hotesse tien une pancarte avec notre nom, tiens bizard?! En fait l'hotel avait fait apporter LA TOILE à l'aeroport de Samui et elle arrivait sur le vol suivant.... Là mon mari à eu des larmes de joie face à, cette gentillesse....Et tout celà pour zero Bht gratuitement j'ai trouvé ça super sympas....Voilà ma tite histoire
p-s: sur la photo on voit donc mon mari qui attend le taxi, et la fameuse toile (rectangle beige posé en haut des escaliers) qui était donc restée là....cette photo nous fais bien rire...
On arrive à la fin du séjour on attend furieux, le taxi qui à 30 min de retard devant l'hotel avec tous nos bagages et (bien sure) la TOILE....On regarde l'heure et on se dit que l'on va louper notre vol pour BKK.... Finalement le taxi arrive en speed charge les bagages en 1 seconde et nous voilà arrivés à l'aeroport en 7minutes prets à monter dans l'avion!!!! MAIS LA TOILE???!!! Me direz vous? Bah on l'a oublié.......
Alors mon mari commence à avoir les larmes aux yeux, et là je me dis que la derniere journée prévue à BKK allait etre gachée par "LA TOILE".... Alors dans un élan d'espoir je donne sans convictions à l'hotesse les coordonnées de l'hotel et lui explique le problème....elle me dis qu'elle peut rien faire, je la supplie.....Please!!!!!
Le vol se fait dans le silence, Monsieur fait la gueule.....
Et à peine sortis de l'avion une hotesse tien une pancarte avec notre nom, tiens bizard?! En fait l'hotel avait fait apporter LA TOILE à l'aeroport de Samui et elle arrivait sur le vol suivant.... Là mon mari à eu des larmes de joie face à, cette gentillesse....Et tout celà pour zero Bht gratuitement j'ai trouvé ça super sympas....Voilà ma tite histoire
p-s: sur la photo on voit donc mon mari qui attend le taxi, et la fameuse toile (rectangle beige posé en haut des escaliers) qui était donc restée là....cette photo nous fais bien rire...
Susana.
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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! :)







