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5 Day Immersion living with the Mentawai tribe
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Are you an adventurer seeking a life-changing experience? Look no further! We offer a rare opportunity to explore the wilderness and connect with the Mentawai tribe. Immerse yourself in their rich culture and experience an authentic way of life, far from the crowds of mass tourism. Our journey is designed to foster deep connections with the local community, providing you with unforgettable memories and lasting inspiration. Join us for an extraordinary adventure that will stay with you for a lifetime. What to expect during this trip • Meet the Mentawai shaman (“Sikerei”) learning about their unique culture and their way of life in the forest. • Having a real cultural experience by living with...
Highlights
5 days
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 days
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Mosquito net, mattress, gumboots
Permit to government and ( Siberut National Park )
Accommodation in Mentawai family
Logistics ( all meals and drinks during our visit the tribe )
Lunch
Motor canoe ( to reach our trek point )
Dinner
Breakfast
Ferry tickets Padang - Siberut 2x
Porter ( whenever you need it )
Local guide/team
Transport in Siberut port to our transite village
Present to the Mentawai clan
Hotel In Padang City
Personal expenses
Alcholic drinks or soft drinks
Medication
insurance
No refund/compensation for ferry cancellations due to weather or technical issues
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Are you an adventurer seeking a life-changing experience? Look no further! We offer a rare opportunity to explore the wilderness and connect with the Mentawai tribe. Immerse yourself in their rich culture and experience an authentic way of life, far from the crowds of mass tourism. Our journey is designed to foster deep connections with the local community, providing you with unforgettable memories and lasting inspiration. Join us for an extraordinary adventure that will stay with you for a lifetime. What to expect during this trip • Meet the Mentawai shaman (“Sikerei”) learning about their unique culture and their way of life in the forest. • Having a real cultural experience by living with...
Highlights
5 days
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 days
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Mosquito net, mattress, gumboots
Permit to government and ( Siberut National Park )
Accommodation in Mentawai family
Logistics ( all meals and drinks during our visit the tribe )
Lunch
Motor canoe ( to reach our trek point )
Dinner
Breakfast
Ferry tickets Padang - Siberut 2x
Porter ( whenever you need it )
Local guide/team
Transport in Siberut port to our transite village
Present to the Mentawai clan
Hotel In Padang City
Personal expenses
Alcholic drinks or soft drinks
Medication
insurance
No refund/compensation for ferry cancellations due to weather or technical issues
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Padang - Siberut Island and Tribe Stay
2 Stops
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Padang
06:00 AM – Hotel Pick-Up in Padang. Your adventure begins with an early morning hotel pick-up in Padang. 07:00 AM – Fast Ferry to Siberut Island Depart from Muara Port, Padang, on a fast ferry to Siberut Island. Along the way, we will have a one-hour stop in Pokkai, located in the northern part of Siberut Island, we’ll proceed to a local restaurant for a traditional lunch before continuing our journey.
6 hours
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Siberut
Our arrival in South Siberut, from the port, we travel to a nearby transit village before embarking on a scenic river journey by traditional motorized canoe, crossing lush jungle landscapes. Upon reaching the trekking point, we continue on foot through the rainforest to the Mentawai clan house, You will be expected to trek through some swampy jungle areas with mud, where you will meet the Mentawai shaman and his family, gaining an intimate insight into their ancient traditions and way of life.
