FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Depending on the trip. Comfort is usually basic. You may sleep in tents, traditional huts, simple guesthouses or hotels. Showers and toilets are sometimes unavailable or very basic. Food is mostly local or western, sometimes foraged or freshly caught.
Please contact us to get detailed information about the comfort category of your dream expedition.
No experience necessary. Our guides are multilingual (German/English/Indonesian), and we act as a cultural bridge between you and the local communities. We brief you on cultural etiquette for respectful and meaningful interactions with the indigenous tribes.
Yes, our trips are planned with safety in mind. We have local contacts, satellite communication (if needed), and experienced guides who know the terrain and the people. That said, these are remote adventures—there are no hospitals in the jungle, and medical support is limited. We recommend all travelers to have travel insurance that covers emergency evacuation.
The official travel advisories often apply to the entire region of West Papua and don’t reflect the actual situation in the regions where we organize the expeditions which only take place in areas we know well and are safe from political tensions.
Don’t have any worries and feel free to contact us directly to get specific information about the safety aspects of your adventure.
Yes. Weather, road conditions, and local events can cause changes to the schedule or route. We do everything we can to follow the planned itinerary, but flexibility is essential on all trips.
We focus on small group travel—usually between 3 and 8 participants. This allows for more flexibility, deeper cultural connection.
Private custom trips are also possible on request.
Absolutely. Many of our guests are female solo travelers. You can join a scheduled group or request a personally tailored expedition.
We provide a detailed packing list before departure. In general, bring light long-sleeved clothes, a headlamp, mosquito repellent, waterproof bags, and good hiking sandals or boots.
Don’t worry—we’ll guide you through it all step by step.
We work directly with indigenous communities, focus on deep cultural exchange, and only offer trips to regions we know personally. No middlemen. All of our expeditions include trilingual guiding in English, German and Indonesian.
Our goal is to provide our guests with an unforgettable experience while providing extraordinary safety and service.
Absolutely. Most of our trips can be customized to fit your schedule, group size, and interests. Whether you want a private tour, a longer jungle stay, or a special focus (photography, birding, culture)—just let us know.
We’ll create a tailor-made expedition just for you - your limit is our limit.
We offer authentic adventure expeditions to remote areas of West Papua. These are immersive journeys into jungle, tribal, mountain and island environments with limited or no infrastructure.
Our specialty is tailored pioneer expeditions to realize your personal dream adventure.
Most of our expeditions require above-average physical and mental resilience. You may trek on unmarked jungle trails, cross rivers, or carry your own bag.
Prefer to take it easy? We’ve got family friendly itineraries which are suitable for all levels of fitness.
If you’re unsure, ask us about the difficulty level of your chosen trip.
Depending on the trip. We use local transport—wooden boats, open trucks, ferries, motorcycles, or on foot. We may also use charter flights depending on the trip type and group size.
Medical care is extremely limited in remote areas. We carry a basic first-aid kit, but no professional medical staff is guaranteed. Travel is at your own medical risk, and we recommend bringing your own personal medication. In case of a medical emergency our guides are prepared to provide assistance for a transport to the closest suitable medicinal facility.
In case of a serious incident, evacuation might only be possible by helicopter.
This process can take several hours - or even longer in extreme conditions.
All participants must be in good health and prepared for the physical challenges of the trip.
We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical evacuation from remote areas.
Yes. To confirm your spot, we require a 20% non-refundable deposit. The remaining balance is due 4 weeks before the trip starts. Details for bank transfer or other payment options will be provided in your confirmation email.
Booking is simple: just contact us via email, WhatsApp, or our website to check availability. We’ll send you all trip details, answer any questions, and guide you through the next steps. Once you’re ready, we’ll send a booking confirmation and payment instructions.
Yes. To enter Indonesia, most nationalities need a tourist visa. In many cases, you can obtain a Visa on Arrival at the airport or apply online in advance. However, it is the guest’s responsibility to ensure they have the correct visa for entry and the duration of their stay.
In addition, for trips to Raja Ampat and especially Misool, a visitor permit (marine park fee) is required. We handle all local permits and registrations for you—this is included in our trip packages.
Each trip includes full accommodation, meals, local transportation, and guiding, as listed in the trip’s detailed itinerary. Specifics may vary. Please refer to each trip.
Alcohol, souvenirs, tips, travel insurance, and flights to the meeting point as well as visas are not included.
You can cancel anytime in writing. A 20% deposit is non-refundable. If you cancel more than 4 weeks before the start, you get 80% back. Less than 4 weeks: no refund.
We recommend travel insurance with cancellation coverage.
Please refer to our terms and conditions for detailed descriptions.
If the minimum group size (usually 3 participants) is not reached, we may cancel the trip up to 30 days before departure.
In that case, you’ll receive a full refund or be offered an alternative.