Aru • The land of pearls and birds of paradise
10 days to discover Aru
From July to October
10D/9N
Price on request, depending on the guide (local/expat), decreasing with number of participants (minimum 2, maximum 8).
Longer stay and/or extension in Kei Islands possible, don't hesitate to contact us.
WHEN TO GO
The birds display between May and October but the best season lasts from mid-July to mid-October. All other activities are possible outside of the parades months.
For a tailor-made journey, contact us.
Follow us to the Aru Archipelago, away from ordinary tourist routes, to discover the secrets of pearl farming and the exquisite dances of the Greater Bird-of-Paradise. A totally original and exclusive journey...
Highlights
- Discovery of the pearl farming secrets, nowhere else revealed, et of groupers' aquaculture.
- Guaranteed observation of Greater Bird-of-Paradise's dances in exceptional conditions, from the ground or the canopy.
- Observation of the Arunese diurnal and nocturnal fauna, birds, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates and sometimes even mammals during some trekking in the jungle or from hides installed on the ground.
- Unforgettable moments with the population in Pulau Kenari, Badi Gaki and the villages.
- Discovery of the day-to-day life of the Aru hunters-farmers, their hunting and fishing techniques, theirs habits, their life difficulties.
- Tailor-made treks to explore the primary forest.
- Private bungalow with a river-view large terrace, double bed room with ensuite bathroom and running water, tea/coffee all day long. A unreal luxury in the middle of the jungle.
- 8 participants maximum.
Accommodations
Pulau Kenari pearl farm
Badi Gaki • Badi Gaki Resort
Dobo • Hotel Grand Aru
INCLUDED
- Nights in double room
- Fullboard (except mentioned meals)
- Water, tea, coffee
- Transfers, visits, and excursions
- Access to the hides
- Unlimited trekking (day/night)
- River cruise on prahu
- Badi Gaki Conservation Forest entrance fee
- Biologist and photographer guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Flights to/from Dobo
- Accommodation/meals in Dobo
- Beverages (other then mentioned)
- Personal expenses
- Tips for drivers and local guides
- Cancellation insurance
- Unforeseeable programme changes
TERMS
The general conditions of Kasoar TRAVEL apply.
Two movies to discover the pearls and the birds-of-paradise...