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Ready for a trip to the Moluccas, the original Spice Islands, for an unforgettable experience in one of Indonesia's last untouched paradises? ? Our travel services open the door to the amazing Moluccas, the legendary Spice Islands. Are you adventurous? Then active volcanoes, deep green and dense jungle, untouched beaches, crystal clear water, friendly people and a fascinating culture await you on the Spice Islands. Dive into the colorful underwater world, explore secret bays or let yourself be seduced by the aromas of Spice Islands' cuisine. Are you an enthusiastic birder and watching exotic birds makes your heart beat faster? Then follow in the footsteps of Alfred Russel Wallace and find the Halmahera Bird of Paradise. However, your holidays in the Moluccas will become an extraordinary journey through a tropical archipelago that has preserved its authentic beauty to this day.
Our tailor-made travel packages are designed to make your dreams of the ultimate Spice Islands adventure come true. So, let's plan your individual Moluccas Islands trip for you! If our example travel tours don't quite fit the bill or if you still have questions, just let us know. Contact us and we will create your individual offer for you.
Moluccas travel offers
Moluccas: Spices & Species Tour
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
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.
- 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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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.
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.
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Travel to the Moluccas – Untouched Nature and Paradisiacal Beaches
A Moluccas tour takes you to the most beautiful beaches and pristine coral reefs of Southeast Asia. A Moluccas island holiday typically begins in Ambon or Ternate – small but central islands that, thanks to their respective airports, serve as the perfect starting point for discovery tours. After the long journey, the exploration tours start either after a restful night in a comfortable hotel or immediately, as soon as you've picked up your suitcase from the baggage carousel. Either way: We're ready when you are to explore the diverse facets of this unique archipelago on your tour.
Landscape, Culture and Authentic Encounters
The Spice Islands offer ideal conditions for diving and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, where colourful coral reefs and a species-rich underwater world await your discovery. While traveling across the various islands, you'll experience an impressive variety of exotic landscapes - from white and also dark sandy beaches, through tranquil clove and nutmeg groves along the cone-shaped volcanic mountains, to dense jungle and repeatedly spectacular views of the sea with a picture-perfect island backdrop. Also keep your eyes open for the unique wildlife with its endemic species. Your Moluccas holidays will be enriched by visiting traditional villages and local markets, where you can experience the warm hospitality of the locals. By boat, you'll reach hidden bays and remote islands that few tourists ever get to see. Come and discover this exciting island archipelago!
Experience Indonesia's Spice Islands Up Close: Round Trips in the Moluccas
A Moluccas round trip enables you to experience the historic Spice Islands of Indonesia in all their wonderful facets. Islands such as Ternate, Tidore, Banda Neira and Ambon tell the fascinating story of the spice trade, which once shaped world empires. Even today, you can explore historic fortresses and experience firsthand the colonial past of these once so significant islands. Today, the eastern Indonesian archipelago forms an absolute highlight of any round trip east of the Wallace Line, not least due to its breathtaking landscape as well as its fascinating history and enchanting underwater world.
Off the Beaten Path[1]
While traveling between the islands of this exciting archipelago, you'll be overwhelmed by the attraction and beauty of the Spice Islands. However, be aware: you're visiting a very remote island world. Your familiar comforts such as hotels and regulated transportation are not part of the daily routine here. Therefore, be prepared for spontaneous adjustments to given circumstances. However, we're certain that the unplanned events will also contribute to unforgettable vacation impressions.
Our Moluccas tours not only take you to historically significant sites; they also lead you to hidden lagoons and secluded beaches, where you can explore the pristine underwater world while diving and snorkeling, through remote villages with people who sometimes haven't yet seen a stranger, and even more remote jungle regions where you can observe unique endemic animal and bird species or be very close to active volcanoes. Each visit to the different islands reveals new facets of this tropical paradise that has preserved its authentic culture and nature over centuries.
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Book Individual Tours in the Moluccas
For your perfect vacation in the Moluccas, we offer tailor-made Moluccas tours that are completely tailored to your wishes. Whether you want to…
- dive or snorkel in pristine reefs,
- explore historic sites such as Ternate, Tidore, Ambon or Banda Neira,
- discover the endemic biodiversity of the region,
- experience impressive volcanic mountains and jungle areas,
- or enjoy the paradisiacal tranquility of the Spice Islands
we design your individual Moluccas trip entirely according to your wishes.[2] Your Moluccas vacation is enriched by carefully selected hotels and accommodations as well as professional guides who introduce you to the secrets of this incomparable archipelago. For your exploration tours of the Spice Islands of Indonesia, you'll use – depending on the travel arrangement – a mix of local flights, inter-island connections via boat, and private vehicle[3].
Each visit becomes an unforgettable experience when you discover the authentic culture and untouched nature of the Moluccas along the way. Contact us for your personal Moluccas round trip or let yourself be inspired by our range of individual tours in Indonesia![4]
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