West Timor, Must Have - Nomadays

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West Timor, Must Have

This exclusive tour, gives you the opportunity to meet the traditional Dani, the main ethnicity of the highlands of Indonesian Papouasie,which is centered around the Baliem Valley, located at nearly 2,000 meters above sea level, nestled in the mountain range that forms the backbone of the island of New Guinea.

Discovered for the first time in 1930 by an American expedition, the Baliem Valley was a land of warlords, where the Dani and Wali people fiercely fought against each other—just 50 years a...

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Kupang Airport
30m
Kupang

Day 1Welcome to Timor

Day 1Welcome to Timor

  • Welcome at Kupang airport by your English speaking tour-guide and transfers to your hotel. In the mid-afternoon, you’ll head towards Lasiana beach to meet the local population along with their traditional process of making palm sugar. You’ll enjoy a lovely stroll along the Kupang bay.

    Seafood meal in the evening.

Meal and accommodations

Dinner: Included

Accommodation: On The Rock Hotel

Kupang
4h
Kupang

Day 2Timor Ikat

Day 2Timor Ikat

  • Morning transfers to Tesbatan, where you’ll go for a lovely walk in the middle of rice terraces and forest. You’ll make a first stop at Tesbatan waterfall,nestle in the middle of the forest to enjoy a refreshing swim.

    You’ll then continue your journey through Oekabiti village, then to Baun for lunch.

    Afterwards you’ll visit the traditional weaving center of Kae Ne’e, where the famous ikat fabric is meticulously crafted. You'll also have the opportunity to meet the family of King Amarasi in his palace.

    Enjoy some free time for swimming before returning to Kupang.


    3 to 4 hours of trekking

Meal and accommodations

Breakfast: Included

Lunch: Included

Dinner: Included

Accommodation: On The Rock Hotel

Kupang
4h
Fatumnasi

Day 3Immersion Journey

Day 3Immersion Journey

  • Morning transfer to Oebelo village, renowned for its traditional music played on the Sasando, a unique instrument made from lontar leaves. Next, you’ll head to Oesusu, surrounded by rare sandalwood plantations.

    Then, continue to Soe for a lunch break. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to meet the locals, who will share insights into their way of life and ancestral customs


    2 hours of trekking

Meal and accommodations

Breakfast: Included

Lunch: Included

Dinner: Included

Accommodation: Bahagia Hotel

Fatumnasi
3h
Boti

Day 4Meeting Timor’s Guardians of Tradition

Day 4Meeting Timor’s Guardians of Tradition

  • Transfer to the outskirts of None village, where you’ll begin a beautiful hike toward this traditional settlement, renowned for its distinctive architecture. The houses, called Ume Mbubu, are characterized by their sloping roofs that reach the ground and their low entrance doors, which also serve as windows.

    Meet the local villagers, who will share fascinating stories about their ancestors—a time when they were feared as formidable headhunters! Continue your trek to Boti village, where more encounters await.

    In the afternoon, you’ll have the unique opportunity to meet the village king and learn more about the local customs and way of life.


    2 to 3 hours of trekking

Meal and accommodations

Breakfast: Included

Lunch: Included

Dinner: Included

Accommodation: Homestay

Boti
3h
Boti

Day 5Living Like a Local for a Day

Day 5Living Like a Local for a Day

  • Immerse yourself in the daily rhythms of the villagers, taking part in their traditional activities and engaging in meaningful exchanges to gain a deeper understanding of their customs and way of life.

Meal and accommodations

Breakfast: Included

Lunch: Included

Dinner: Included

Accommodation: Homestay

Boti
4h
Manamas

Day 6Journey Through the Historic Lands of Miomafo

Day 6Journey Through the Historic Lands of Miomafo

  • You set off again in the early morning, following a dry riverbed before your vehicle takes you to Kefamananu.

    From there, you’ll embark on a new hike to Maslete village, home to the impressive Sonaf. Once the capital of the Miomafo kingdom, Maslete holds a rich history waiting to be discovered.

    Your journey continues to Kefa, where you’ll arrive just in time for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the village of Manamas before enjoying a scenic walk along the beach, with breathtaking mountain views as your backdrop.


    2 to 3 hours of trekking

Meal and accommodations

Breakfast: Included

Lunch: Included

Dinner: Included

Accommodation: Homestay

Manamas
3h 30m
Mt Tuamese

Day 7 Ancient kingdom of Biboki

Day 7 Ancient kingdom of Biboki

  • Transfer to Oelolok village, where you’ll start a short walk to St. Mary’s cave. Then, transfer to Manufui and trek to Tamkesi, located in the heart of a forest surrounded by massive rocks.

    The locals will share with you the illustrious history of the time when the village was the capital of the Biboki kingdom.

    Return to civilization and drive to Atambua.

    In the afternoon, transfer to Mt. Tuamese, where you’ll be rewarded with a breathtaking panorama over Gurita Bay.

Meal and accommodations

Breakfast: Included

Lunch: Included

Dinner: Included

Accommodation: Livero Kefa Hotel

Mt Tuamese
3h
Tetum

Day 8Tetum Tributes

Day 8Tetum Tributes

  • Head south to the Fehan region to meet the Tetum tribes, whose ancestors came from Yunnan, China, and reached Timor via the Makassar Strait.

    Walk through local villages, soaking up the culture, before heading to Loro Dirma to see an impressive traditional house.

    Later, visit the Bunak tribes, originally from Timor-Leste, who migrated to West Timor during the independence war. In the afternoon, explore more Tetum villages and finish the day with a scenic walk to Motadikin Beach.

Meal and accommodations

Breakfast: Included

Lunch: Included

Dinner: Included

Accommodation: Nusa Dua Malaka Hotel

Tetum
4h
Atambua

Day 9Traditional Villages & Timorese Ancestral Customs

Day 9Traditional Villages & Timorese Ancestral Customs

  • Morning transfers to Wewiku, where you’ll visit several traditional villages like Tetum de Fafoe, Umatoos, Lo’omota and Lo’ofon, which have notably adopted a matrilineal marriage system.

    At Lo’ofon, you’ll have the opportunity to watch traditional dances before setting off on a hike to the stunning Abudenok Beach.

    In the afternoon, transfer to Atambua.

Meal and accommodations

Breakfast: Included

Lunch: Included

Dinner: Included

Accommodation: Setia Hotel

Atambua
3h
Departure

Day 10See you Soon in Timor-Ouest

Day 10See you Soon in Timor-Ouest

  • In mid- morning, transfer to the border village of Motaain, where, after a few customs formalities, you’ll be in Timor Leste.

Meal and accommodations

Breakfast: Included