Scenic of the beauty BANDA NEIRA Island
Of the three biggest islands Banda, Banda-Neira and Mount Api, the first two are covered with nutmeg trees and other vegetation.
The third however, is entirely bare and highly volcanic. The last eruption of
Mt. Api occurred only a few years ago. The seas around Banda are the sites of
the famous Maluku sea gardens with their bright corals and colorful fish darting
through the crystal-clear waters.
Travelindo suggests this program below to enjoy this fascinating island:
Day 1: Airport – Free Program
Upon arrival at Pattimura airport Ambon, your guide will accompany you to your hotel in town.
Day 2: Ambon Banda
Voyage by PELNI passenger cruise ship to Banda Neira Island. This voyage will take some hours. Arrive at Banda harbor and check in at Hotel
Banda. It's famous because of its spices, beaches, the Volcano, history and
culture.
Day 3: Banda Besar Tour
Enjoy your typical Banda breakfast at your hotel. Then, cross over by boat to
Banda Besar Island to visit Lontor village. After that, walk the historical 360 steps Up to the
remains of
fort Hollandia. Return by the same route to the beach. By longboat, continue
to sembahyang beach for swimming and snorkeling. Lunch will be served at the beach.
Back to the Hotel.
Day 4: Historical Tour
After breakfast at Hotel, a short walk to Banda local market. And then, continue
to local
museum to see the antiques and historical articles. Have a stop at the Dutch old
church built in 1852 which have 34 Dutch Graves inside, the Palace of Governor
J P Coen was built in 1611, the Bronze statue of King Willem II. Back to your
Hotel for lunch. Afterwards, continue the trip to visit fort Belgica dated back
1611 and Hatta,
Syahrir Resident. Then, back to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Volcano Island Tour
Hiking to the top of Gunung Api (Volcano) 660 meter highest peak of Banda. Start
at 05.30 a.m. from the south side of the volcano and you will reach the summit
at 08.00
a.m. or less.
Back to your Hotel. Lunch, dinner and overnight.
Day 6:Free
B'fast in the hotel. Free Program.
Day 7: Banda – Ambon
Breakfast at your Hotel. Return to Ambon island by PELNI passenger cruise ship.
Arrive at Ambon harbor and transfer to your Hotel in Ambon Town. Lunch, dinner
and
overnight.
Day 8: Ambon – Tranfer Out
Depart to Pattimura Airport for your next destination.
Tour price inclusive :
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Touring by non AC mini Buses
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2 nights accommodation in Ambon
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5 nights accommodation in Banda
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Entry fees, donations
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner
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Transfer in/out
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Land/sea transportation
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English / Dutch speaking guide
Tour price exclusive :
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Gratuities and tips for local tour guide and driver
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Return PELNI ticket boat
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All personal expenses such as room service, laundry, telex, facsimile, telephone
etc
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Any other optional tours, which is not specified in the itinerary
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