East of Wallace Tours
Adventures in East Indonesia

Culture & Nature East Indonesia; private Roundtrips and Adventure Tours

East of Wallace: Moluccas, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, West-Papua

 

 

Individual - Tailor-made
for Divers - Nature enthusiasts - Volcano climbers - Bird lovers - Island hoppers and more

 

You've already seen much of the world, but Indonesia – particularly east of the Wallace Line – is unfamiliar to you and you're eager for adventure and ready to forgo familiar comforts for a while, but in return gain incomparable and unique intercultural experiences? On our adventure tours & cultural tours in Eastern Indonesia we offer you exactly that: Tailor-made individual tours through Eastern Indonesia that will remain in your memory forever.

 

Our popular adventure tours in Eastern Indonesia

Moluccas - Spice Islands: Fully loaded motorbike with spices
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Moluccas: Spices & Species Tour

From € 1.350,- per person (8D/7N)

Holiday on the Moluccas: Individual East Indonesia tour to the Moluccan Spice Islands, snorkelling adventures and diving on the house reef, untouched underwater world, exotic markets, sensual scents, unique bird life. The perfect mix between culture, island hopping, nature, sports and relaxation.

  • Duration:
    8 days / 7 nights
  • Start I End:
    Ternate
  • Departure:
    Daily
  • min. # Travelers:
    1 person
  • Best period to visit:
    March to November, but basically all year round
  • Rainy season:
    December to February
Tour description

Moluccas: Spices & Species Tour

Go on a discovery tour: On this tour you will discover the highlights of the islands of Ternate, Tidore and Central Halmahera. If you love snorkelling and scuba diving, Halmahera offers a particularly delightful opportunity. This tour is also a highlight for birdwatchers.

Your fitness level: To enjoy this tour, you should be of average fitness. The tour can sometimes be a bit strenuous, but the effort is rewarded by unforgettable experiences.

Our services
  • 8 days individual round trip according to the description.
  • All activities will take place individually for you and will be organised by your personal guide / driver.
  • 7 nights with breakfast in authentic accommodation far away from mass tourism with shower/WC.
  • Meal arrangements as described
  • all transfers (accompanied) from/to Manado
  • Your personal English-speaking guide/tour guide will accompany you on your entire trip and will be your contact person if you have any questions or requests.
  • Travel insurance certificate

We recommend taking out travel insurance (travel health insurance, travel cancellation insurance).


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Tour Plan

Day 1

  • On arrival at the Sultan Babullah Airport in Ternate your personal guide will welcome you at the airport. Transfer to the hotel booked for you.
  • Once there, you can relax for the rest of the day/evening or gather first impressions of your surroundings.
  • Dinner can be taken at the hotel (not included).


Day 2

  • After breakfast at the hotel you will explore the island of Ternate with your guide.
  • You will discover the path of the spices and dive into the past of the island. Marvel at old fortifications and experience spice plantations with picturesque panoramic views.
  • You will visit the Sultan’s Palace, the former centre of power that ruled even the most remote places of this vast archipelago.
  • In the centre of Ternate, you will visit the place where Alfred Russel Wallace wrote his famous treatise on the origin of species.
  • Immerse yourself in the bustling streets and markets of the island with its exotic fruits and spices.
  • Continuing your journey around the island, you will also visit more secluded areas of Ternate with lakes and idyllic beaches. Do not forget your swimsuit!
  • Lunch on tour; dinner can be taken at the hotel (both not included).


Day 3

  • Your day starts with an early breakfast. Your guide will pick you up early to catch the morning car ferry to Tidore.
  • Your island tour starts in the north of Tidore and takes you to the historic capital of the island with the Sultan’s Palace and strategically located fortifications facing the sea and offering wonderful views of the surrounding area.
  • On the way you will have the opportunity to get to know the local craftsmanship in a traditional blacksmith village.
  • On the slopes of Mount Kiematubu you will visit one of Tidore’s spice plantations and enjoy the view whilst surrounded by exotic scents and impressions. About halfway up the mountain you will make a last stop in one of the traditional villages of Tidore before returning to Ternate.
  • The rest of the day is at your own disposal.
  • Lunch on tour, dinner can be taken at the hotel (both not included).


Day 4

  • After an early breakfast you will start your journey to Halmahera, the largest island of the Moluccas. Here your unforgettable snorkelling or diving adventure begins.
  • After crossing the Moluccan Sea, your journey takes you directly through central Halmahera to your small, charming bungalow resort on the edge of the jungle at the Halmahera Sea.
  • As you will probably arrive there in the afternoon hours, you should have some time to explore the beautiful house reef.
  • Dinner at your bungalow resort.


Day 5 & 6

  • The next two days offer you plenty of opportunity to explore either the unique and unspoilt underwater world of the Halmahera Sea or the equally charming fauna, especially the birdlife, unique to the East of Wallace Line.
  • Just talk to your hosts, who will be very happy to help you realise your plans (tour arrangements not included). Free insider tips are included.
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner in your bungalow complex (full board).


Day 7

  • After an early breakfast you will start your return journey to Ternate, where you will arrive in the late afternoon.
  • After checking in at your hotel, you can either immerse yourself in Ternate’s bustling street life again or simply enjoy the rest of the day at the pool – whichever you prefer.
  • Breakfast at your bungalow resort, lunch on tour, dinner can be taken at your booked hotel (lunch & dinner not included).


Day 8

  • After a last early breakfast you will be accompanied to Ternate’s airport or harbour from where you will start your journey home or continue on to your next adventure.
Prices

Preise

  • 1.350 EUR per person (based on 2 persons sharing accommodation)
  • 1.700 EUR single traveller

This tour is suitable for children aged 12 and over. They are accommodated together with their parents in one room. An extra bed/mattress cannot be guaranteed.

The prices are from/to the starting point of the tour. They include all services according to the respective tour description. Higher prices may apply especially during Indonesian holidays like Ramadan or Idul Fitri. All prices are in Euro and per person based on 2 persons traveling together in a double room. Our terms and conditions apply.


Extend your Trip

…and explore destinations beyond the wonders of the Spice Islands. Extending a trip creates even more unique experiences and breathtaking moments for you and your travel companion. Combine your cultural trip with a volcano experience or a beach vacation or even more adventure. Make your trip a unique experience and extend it to experience Indonesia east of the Wallace Line to the fullest.


Expand your Options

  • Experience the magic of the legendary Spice Islands, the Moluccas, and expand your adventure in Eastern Indonesia with one of our fascinating tours, such as our North Halmahera Discovery Tour or our tailor-made Morotai Private Trip for Explorers.
  • Venture into the depths of the rainforest and familiarize yourself with rare fauna and flora on one of our Endemic Species Discovery Tours, or climb the fire-breathing and dormant volcanoes on one of our exciting Trekking Adventure Tours. The Moluccas, in particular, offer numerous opportunities for this. We can not only guide you to the Dukono Volcano and Ibu Volcano, but also enable you to climb Gamalama, Gamkonora, or Kie Matubu - just contact us :-)
  • Relax and recharge your batteries in one of our exclusive Moluccan Resort Hotels before or after your expedition.
  • Embark on a tour of the natural wonders of Sulawesi or explore Bali's beautiful 'hidden sisters,' the Lesser Sunda Islands, or dive into the paradisiacal Raja Ampat.
  • Let yourself be transported to a fascinating world full of surprises with one of our authentic Culture & Nature Adventure Tours.
  • Experience the wonders of the sea while Diving or Snorkeling in the magical Coral Triangle.
  • Discover hidden natural treasures in Indonesia east of the Wallace Line on an unforgettable Sailing Cruise.


Design your Tour

The above tour description is intended as a suggestion. The tour can be split or extended according to your wishes. We will be happy to customize it to your individual wishes and ideas.

Just get in contact with us.

Adventure holidays in Indonesia: For those seeking more than just beaches

Do you think of Indonesia only in terms of white beaches and palm trees? Then it's time to dive deeper. An Indonesia round trip east of the Wallace Line shows you a completely different face of this diverse country. Of course, you'll find dream beaches – for example on Lombok, the Moluccas, or Raja Ampat. But that's just the beginning. Off the beaten path, our adventure & cultural tours in Indonesia await you with a world full of highlights, featuring cultural diversity, exciting encounters, and unique nature.

Individually planned or in small private groups on our sailing tours, you'll experience a visit to Indonesia that is more than just a vacation – a cultural journey through Indonesia that takes you to the origins of this earth, to villages and places where stories of gods are still told. Pure Indonesia adventure vacation!

On active tour through Indonesia: Experience nature up close

Indonesia east of the Wallace Line is a true paradise for active travelers. Here you can climb volcanoes, hike through tropical forests, observe wild endemic animal species, and experience the incredible diversity of nature up close. Instead of the well-known Bromo volcano on Java - which is located west of the Wallace Line - our adventure tours in Eastern Indonesia take you to lesser-known but all the more impressive volcanoes, for example on Halmahera, Sulawesi, or Sumbawa.

The geological dynamism continues underwater as well: While snorkeling and diving around the Moluccas, Sulawesi, Raja Ampat, and the Lesser Sunda Islands, you'll encounter fascinating biodiversity – corals, rare fish, and sunken lava fields create scenery like from another world. This biological diversity is unique on Earth and makes every tour a real adventure. The region east of the Wallace Line is also called the Coral Triangle and invites you to unique active tours in Indonesia.

Between temples and rainforest on an adventure trip in Indonesia

A trip to Eastern Indonesia is also an encounter with spirituality. To be completely honest: In this region, unlike Bali, you won't encounter temples very often. The worship of gods takes place in a different way in the local Eastern Indonesian daily life. In remote villages, you can experience firsthand how deeply rooted the local cultural identity is. On your cultural journey through Eastern Indonesia, you'll see that rituals and myths are still passed down orally here and find their visible expression particularly at events and festivals.

On an adventure trip through Indonesia's jungle, along active volcanoes, through protected national parks, or through remote villages, every visit becomes a step into another world. Whether rainforest, beach, or rice field – you'll explore places where time seems to have stood still and become part of an environment where humans and nature still live in harmony.

Your active holiday in Eastern Indonesia is already waiting

You're ready to explore more, experience more intensively, and truly immerse yourself? Then this active vacation in Indonesia is exactly right for you. From the first flight to the last hotel night, everything is planned so you can make the most of your time. With us, you can expect:

  • authentic encounters
  • unique natural spectacles
  • plenty of peace and time to relax
  • and always a touch of adventure.

Our cultural tours & adventure tours in Indonesia are for travelers who seek something special – away from mass tourism and often comfort too. Your trip is as individual as you are. And you won't just be impressed, but touched. And at the latest when you look back at the end, you'll know: Indonesia is somehow more than just a travel destination – it's a way of life that stays with you.