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14-Day Grand South & West Sulawesi Cultural Grand Overland Expedition
*Per person, twin share, land only. Flights are not included. Final price depends on your dates and group size.
See the full price table below before you book.
About this tour
An extensive 14-day overland exploration connecting the pristine highlands of West Sulawesi with the deep cultural roots of South Sulawesi. Experience the traditional wooden architecture of Mamasa Regency, the famous cliffside burial rites of Rantepao in Tana Toraja, the silk-weaving floating communities on Lake Tempe in Sengkang, and the white-sand coastlines of Tanjung Bira Beach
Where you go
- Makassar
- Makassar, Polewali Mandar, Mamasa Highlands
- Mamasa Cultural Excursion & Traditional Villages
- Mamasa Highlands, Scenic Overland Drive, Tana Toraja
- Full-Day Tana Toraja Cultural Exploration
- Toraja Countryside Trekking & Rice Terraces
- Free Day in Tana Toraja / Optional Ceremony Excursions
- Rantepao, Enrekang Mountains, Sengkang
- Lake Tempe Floating Village Boat Tour & Silk Weaving
- Sengkang, Tanah Beru Phinisi Boatyards, Tanjung Bira
- Liukang Loe Island Snorkeling & Coral Reef Exploration
- Bira Coastline Relaxation & Bara Beach Exploration
- Tanjung Bira, Coastal Drive, Return to Makassar
- Historic Fort Rotterdam, Local Harbor Visit, Airport Departure
14-Day Grand South & West Sulawesi Cultural Grand Overland Expedition
Price guide €2,197 pp
Where you go
ourney across South and West Sulawesi from highlands to white-sand capes, exploring indigenous tribes, sacred funeral architecture, floating lake villages, and Phinisi boat builders.
Tour highlights
- Arrival in Makassar & City Welcome
- Coastal Drive to Polewali & Ascent to Mamasa
- Mamasa Valley Architecture & Cultural Exploration
- Mountain Overland Drive from Mamasa to Toraja
- Tana Toraja Sacred Burial Sites & Tongkonan Houses
- Batutumonga Highland Trekking & Rice Terraces
Arrival in Makassar & City Welcome
Coastal Drive to Polewali & Ascent to Mamasa
Mamasa Valley Architecture & Cultural Exploration
Mountain Overland Drive from Mamasa to Toraja
Tana Toraja Sacred Burial Sites & Tongkonan Houses
Batutumonga Highland Trekking & Rice Terraces
Leisure Day / Traditional Toraja Funeral Ceremony Visit
Overland Route from Toraja to Sengkang
Lake Tempe Floating Houses & Traditional Silk Weaving
Tana Beru Shipyards to Tanjung Bira Cape
Outrigger Trip to Liukang Loe Island
Bara Beach Coastal Exploration & Leisure Day
Bira Coastline to Makassar City
Historical Fort Rotterdam & Departure
Itinerary in detail
The route as our guides run it. Every day can be adjusted once we know who is travelling, so treat this as the shape of the trip rather than a fixed schedule.
Day 1
Arrival in Makassar & City Welcome
Pickup at Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) by private vehicle and guide, followed by hotel check-in.
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Day 2
Coastal Drive to Polewali & Ascent to Mamasa
Depart Makassar along the coastal highway through Bugis coastal villages.
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Day 3
Mamasa Valley Architecture & Cultural Exploration
Full-day exploration of traditional Mamasa highland villages including Rante Buda, Osango, and Orobua.
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Dates and prices
We do not publish fixed departures for this trip. It runs on the dates you choose, subject to boats, guides and permits. Tell us roughly when, and we will confirm what is possible.
- Twin sharePer person, two sharing a room
- €2,197
- Solo travellerPer person, room to yourself
- €2,306
- Private departureYour own group, your own dates
- On request
Questions about this trip
Answered by the team who runs it.
When is the best time to take this overland trip?
The dry season from April to October offers optimal road conditions through the Mamasa and Toraja mountains, as well as clear water for snorkeling in Bira.
Will we get to witness a real Torajan funeral ceremony?
Torajan funeral ceremonies take place throughout the year, with peak season occurring between July and September. Guides will coordinate with local families to respectfully include a ceremony visit if one aligns with your travel dates.
How long are the driving days on this itinerary?
Drive times vary between 3 to 6 hours depending on the mountainous terrain, with frequent stops for photos, coffee, and scenic viewpoints along the route.
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