Tour Package 4D / 3N
- Package Single : €248 (solo travel)
- Package Group (min. 2 people) : €222 per pax
- Package Family (min. 3 people) : €211 per pax
Forest Adventure
Meet a Mentawai shaman ("Sikerei") while learning about their unique culture and way of life in the forest. Enjoy a true cultural experience by living with a Mentawai family. Engage in daily family activities and immerse yourself in their diverse culture and lifestyle. Explore the pristine Siberut jungle and connect with the local community away from mass tourism.
NOTE:
Ferry Schedule : Leaving Saturday → Returning Tuesday
Puck-Up Point : Muaro Padang Harbor (Mentawai Fast) at the Ferry Ticket Counter
Detail Itinerary
- Days 1: Padang – Siberut – Mentawai Tribe
06:20 AM: Gether at Muaro Padang Harbor and buy Ferry tickets, 07:00 AM: Depart from Padang by local Mentawai fast boat.
Transit: One-hour transit in Pokkai, northern part of Siberut Island
Lunch: Provided at local restaurant during transit
Afternoon: Arrive in South Siberut, proceed to transit village near Siberut Harbor
Evening: Journey into the forest by car to upstream rural village, then trek to Mentawai tribe's home. Meet with shaman and Mentawai family
- Days 2 & 3: Stay with Mentawai Family & Experience Forest Life
Living Experience: Stay with Mentawai family in the heart of the forest, fully immersed in their daily life
Cultural Activities: Participate in traditional activities including:
Cutting sago palms and processing them into food
Fishing using traditional methods
Making poison for hunting arrows
Hunting and learning forest survival skills
Exploring the forest and setting animal traps
Gathering food from the forest
Special Note: Flexible schedule based on the natural rhythm of Mentawai people. Possible opportunity to witness sacred shamanic rituals
- Days 4: Departure – Siberut Harbor – Return to Padang
Morning: Final breakfast and emotional farewell with host family
Trek Back: Walking journey back to the riverbank
River Journey: Traditional canoe transportation back to transit village near Siberut Harbor
Afternoon: Final preparations and departure from Siberut
Evening: Return journey to Padang with unforgettable memories and new perspectives on life.
- Round trip ferry tickets (Padang – Siberut)
- Permits from local government and Siberut National Park
- Meals and drinks during trip
- Round trip car or motor local transportation
- Porter
- Program
- Accommodation in Mentawai Traditional House (Uma)
- Mosquito Net, Mattress, Blanket, & Pillow
- Trip budy (Local Guide)
- Boots
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, alcoholic beverages, etc.)
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Personal medicines
- Accommodation in Padang City
- Raincoat
- Power-bank
- Flashlight + battery
- Toiletries
- Mentawai tattoos (if you needs)
