Indonesia
Explore jungles and rainforests and meet orang utans along the way, take a raft along the river or an elephant through the forest. Visit local villages and immerse yourself in Indonesian culture, just a few of the many activities that can be combined with your diving holiday

Tana Toraja, known locally as "the land of heavenly kings" lies 300km north of Makassar in South Sulawesi. Take a scenic drive along the coast passing through traditional villages and sampling some of the local cuisine before arriving at Rantempao in the centre of the Toraja highlands. You will visit the local villages and stone hanging grave of Lemo - complete with Tau Tau effigies - with the chance to witness a funerary procession and explore the local craft markets where wood carvings are sought after. A short trek into the moutains gives you spectacular views over the rice fields before descending to the Masupu river for a 4 hour rafting excursion.

- North Sumatra Jungle Tour - 6 days - from Medan

Sumatra, known as the "Island of Gold", is the westernmost of the Sunda Islands, lying between the Indian Ocean and the Malacca Strait. Visit the many palmoil plantations before arriving at Tangkahan to watch elephants bathing in the Jamboeye river and trek into the jungle to enjoy the hot springs. The trip highlight is the visit to the Orang utan Rehabilitation centre at Bukit Lawang where you have the opportunity to observe these amazing animals in their natural habitat of tropical rainforest. End the tour with a day rafting down the Wampu river which runs through the rainforest, spotting wildlife as you go.


- Balinese Culture - half and full day tours - Bali

Take a full or half day tour to explore some of the wonders of this beautiful island. Combine a tour of the Monkey Forest with traditional Balinese temples and watch the sunset over Tanah Lot. Visit the Bali Bird Park and see craftmen at work in Ubud. Partake in a purification ceremony at the Tempak Siring Temple and enjoy a performance of the sacred Baong & Keris dance.


- Baliem Valley Papua - 5 days - from Jayapura

On the island of Papua, at the heart of the Irian Jaya mountain range, lies the Baliem Valley, where the Dani villagers adhere to the old traditions. Relax atop Napua Hill and take in the panorama of the valley and the hanging bridge that spans the Baliem River before exploring the local market. Trek into the villages to watch the mock battle and preparation of the feast over hot stones. You will also visit the larger town of Jaya Pura - home to several musuems and the hot springs of the Mt Cyclop National Park.


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