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RE: buses: Makassar to Rantepao and Surabaya to Probolingo

by damp_fleece 29 May 2012

I had the same question re. Makassar to Tana Toraja a few days back. see this link http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/message.jspa?mes…
RE: buses: Makassar to Rantepao and Surabaya to Probolingo

by Olid_Rori 29 May 2012

Hi there, I only try 2 describe Java-Bali. Yeah, there r many buses frequently from Sby 2 Prob, 24 hours, drive every 5 minutes from Bungu…
RE: buses: Makassar to Rantepao and Surabaya to Probolingo

by John555 28 May 2012

Just check previous threads.
buses: Makassar to Rantepao and Surabaya to Probolingo

by viajar 28 May 2012

Greetings, I'll be flying from Manado to Makassar with Merpati and arriving at about 17:15 (if no flight delays). I'd like to get on…
RE: Badu Valley/ Lore Lindu Park

by TopSportsman 25 May 2012

O.K., My experience is that the bus from Rantepao to Tentena leaves at 10 a.m. and arrives in Tentena in the middle of the night -- it…
Re: Badu Valley/ Lore Lindu Park

by jules13 25 May 2012

Yes, I would also be visiting the Tana Toraja area, but there is plenty of information available on how to do that. I would want to go…
RE: To Sulawesi ! (and where's decent in Jakarta?)

by TopSportsman 24 May 2012

*Jakarta and Sulawesi*: Jakarta to Jogyakarta, then to Surabaya, then Pelni Ship to Makasar, then bus to Rantepao, then bus to Tentena…
RE: Badu Valley/ Lore Lindu Park

by TopSportsman 24 May 2012

Your question seems to be incomplete because you don't explain where you are going AFTER you see the megaliths. I have not been to see…
Re: Where else should I go in Indonesia besides Bali

by Konniandmatt 20 May 2012

Hello khutala1: If you have only one plus week for Sulawesi, here is my suggestion: Skip Central Sulawesi with the Lore Lindu NP and Lake…
RE: Tips on Islands to relax on....

by TopSportsman 19 May 2012

It's time for you to visit Sulawesi. There are two excellent spots on Sulawesi island: (1). *Tanjung Karang Beach* located 60 minutes…
RE: Are Travellers Cheques ok in Bali and the rest of Indonesia?

by dougv 19 May 2012

I didn't actually change any TC's in Rantepao, I was told he would. But I did change TC's in Makassar from the Muslim moneychanger. However,…
RE: Are Travellers Cheques ok in Bali and the rest of Indonesia?

by udangompong 18 May 2012

Interesting Doug, the (a) muslim money changer in Rantepao told me he wouldn't change less than T/C $500 but he changed Aus$100 cash at…
RE: Are Travellers Cheques ok in Bali and the rest of Indonesia?

by dougv 18 May 2012

I too have decided not to use TC's anymore. Now, just cash and ATM. However you can still cash TC's on Bali and there was a Muslim moneych…
Re: 6 weeks in Sulawesi and Java

by Konniandmatt 18 May 2012

Hello irbrugby: Your time frame for Sulawesi seems to be realistic. It is certainly better to buy a 60-day visa for Indonesia in advance,…
Re: Where else should I go in Indonesia besides Bali

by Konniandmatt 18 May 2012

Hello khutala1: I would like to elaborate on #4 timdog’s suggestion about Sulawesi which will provide a sharp but very positive contrast…
Re: Indonesia in 60 days

by Konniandmatt 18 May 2012

Hello sofievdd: We are a couple of 58-years old backpackers and our Indonesian favourites are both Sulawesi and Sumatra. Last year, we…
RE: Are Travellers Cheques ok in Bali and the rest of Indonesia?

by udangompong 18 May 2012

I finally got rid of the last of my old ones in Legian, Bali a month ago. The rate was about 5% below cash rate so probably no financial…
Itinerary in Sulawesi (Bunaken or Bira)

by grancanaria8 17 May 2012

Hi, we are 2 friends going to Indonesia next September and after Bali (3 days), Lombok (only Rinjani trek), maybe Gili and 10 days in…
RE: Tana Toraja Guide

by Assiepassie 17 May 2012

We just came back from our trip to Indonesia and had the most fantastic time in Tana Toraja with Pery Nani. He's not only a very genuine…
Re: Tana Toraja Guide

by alexetvero 14 May 2012

We also hired Gibson. He’s a fabulous guide. If you plan to go to a funeral ceremony, or visit any places around Rantepao (or Sulwesi!)…
Re: Makassar Airport to Tana Toraja

by Konniandmatt 13 May 2012

Hello damp_fleece: If your flight arrives after 17:00 at Makassar’s airport we would seriously consider spending the night in Makassar.…
Re: Tana Toraja advise please

by Konniandmatt 13 May 2012

Hello peristrema: Tana Toraja is just awesome and #4 provides the best instructions for use. You don’t need a tour guide in order to visi…
Re: Indonesia alone, any tips!

by Konniandmatt 13 May 2012

Hello vale91: Konni and I backpacked the huge island of Sulawesi in 2010 (for 30 days) and in 2011 (for 60 days) and have already booked…
Re: Wanted some advice/ tips for travelling

by Konniandmatt 13 May 2012

Hello arvind 539: We backpacked Indonesia a few times. The country is huge and needs proper prioritising/planning; as always, less is…
RE: Sulawesi/Flores/Lombok advice

by TheAnswerMan 05 May 2012

A typical 3-4 day trek to the north of Rantepao would go to the villages of Pulio and Pulu-Pulu. I did that trek back in 1986. Recommended.…