Sulawesi is an oddly shaped island situated in the Northern of Indonesia’s territory. Its four outstretched arms are in a sense all separated, rise from the deep seabed formed by contiguous folds in the earth’s crust but are isolated from one another by steep ravines, dense forests and forbidding peaks.

Primarily this island was inhabited by two flamboyant tribes, the highland Torajans who dominate the northern part of South Sulawesi and the seafaring tribe of Bugis who dominate the area of the southern tip of South Sulawesi. On the northeastern peninsula of the island live the most western oriented people, the hospitable and open minded Minahasans.



The Northern part of the island is rich in natural sources of iron wood and ebony forest, wild orchid varieties and life of wild rare animals. Marine Park of Bunaken is located in this region, a famed site of diving offers its outstanding wealth of marine life in the crystal clear water and it is the richest varieties of corals and beautiful sea creatures. While in the northern of South Sulawesi the highland of Toraja, Torajanese live in the rugged peaks and fertile plateau. They are known for their elaborate and colourful feast for the dead. The event of the funeral ceremonies are remarkable with ceremonial dances and offerings of animals, after which the deceased’s interred in caves hollowed out in the high cliffs. Other alternative things to discover, from historical remains, museum of archeological remains and manu script, etc. to the unique shape of Torajanese traditional houses, seafaring heritage and Pinisi schooners of Bugis and the magnificent landscapes all await to be discovered.

• 7 DAYS SOUTH SULAWESI EXPLORATION TOUR