A remote area accesible only on foot
6 days, 5 nights | From $ 1,650 per person
Trip Summary
A remote area accesible only on foot
The tour begins as soon as you arrive at Wamena Airport. During this trekking adventure in Papua, you will be accompanied by a guide, a cook, and a team of porters.
For four days, we will hike through the wilderness of the Papuan Highlands and explore the territory of the Dani tribe.This 4-day trekking tour takes you to the southern part of the Baliem Valley, a remote area accessible only on foot.
- Wamena
- Min 2 pax
Inclusions:
- Accomodation ( Camp and Resort)
- Meals (fullboard during the trip)
- Transportation (Airport transfer, ground transportation from and to lodge during the trip)
- All activities and excursions mentioned in the itinerary, including entrance fees, and guide fees.
Exclusions:
- International, Domestic flights and Visa
- Travel insurance
Additional Information:
- International Airport (the airport of arrival is in Bali or Jakarta).
- Domestic flight ( the airport of arrival is Sentani and Wamena Airport).
- Please read the terms and conditions before making a booking.
Trip highlight
We begin our journey in Sogogmo Village, where the road ends. Over four days, we trek through the wilderness of the Papuan Highlands and explore the territory of the Dani tribe. We pass through their fields and gardens and stay overnight in their villages. The first and last nights are spent at the resort. This unique resort is build in the middle of the forest but near the town.
- Endemic plants
- Easy trekking path way
- Four days trekking
Day 1
Wamena local market and transfer to accomodation
Day 2
Start Trekking – Kelise village
Day 3
Kelise village – Wamerek village
Day 4
Wamerek village – Tangma village
Day 5
Tangma village – The Resort
Day 6
Baliem Valley – Transfer to the airport
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Detail Itinerary
Day 1
Wamena - Local Market
Upon arrival at Wamena Airport, we will visit Wamena Market, where the local Dani people display their agricultural products.
In addition to the ever-popular sweet potatoes, various vegetables and fruits are also available. The market is also a bustling center for the wild boar trade, which is in high demand.
Wamena in May - Pink flower
Day 2
First meeting with the Dani people
In the morning, we depart from the resort and drive to the southern part of the Baliem Valley. The road ends at Sogogmo Village, where our trekking adventure along the roaring Baliem River begins. Accompanied by a guide, porters, and a cook, we cross the river via a suspension bridge and walk through Dani tribe settlements, passing terraced fields and wild sugarcane gardens. Along the way, we enjoy breathtaking views of the river and narrow valley. After lunch in Seinma Village, we continue trekking to Kelise Village, where we set up tents in the mayor’s yard and prepare meals in a local hut.
Transportation: 2-hour drive. Trekking: 4-5 hours.
Dani Tribe
Day 3
Second day of trekking
After breakfast, we continue our trek, navigating a slightly more challenging trail with some steep descents. Our destination is Wamerek, a traditional Dani settlement with homes and gardens perched on mountain slopes. Surrounded by natural stone walls, the round, grass-roofed huts offer a glimpse into the past. Depending on our pace, we arrive in Wamerek for lunch. Here, we camp on a grassy area beside a small river, with our team setting up shelter in local huts for cooking or protection from rain. After a refreshing swim, there’s time to explore the village and learn about the daily lives of the Dani people.
Trekking: 5-6 hours.
Dani tribe traditional house
Day 4
Panorama over the Baliem River
On the third day of trekking in the Baliem Valley, we begin with a steady climb to Tangma village. This village features a small airstrip surrounded by houses, though only small planes can land on the grassy strip, and air traffic is minimal. After a short break, we continue trekking uphill, stopping for a shaded lunch break along the trail. Refreshed, we resume the journey, eventually reaching a ridge with breathtaking views of the Baliem River and even distant Wamena. After taking time to enjoy the scenery, we head to a nearby settlement for the night, camping on a grassy field in front of a church. Dinner is served in a local home.
Trekking: 5-6 hours.
Highland
Day 5
Last day of trekking
We leave Tangma and traverse the valley, eventually crossing the Baliem River. Without a bridge, crossing can take time, especially if water levels are high. The trail leads us through mountain forests, which can be muddy in sections. Gradually, we descend and begin to see more Dani farmlands, primarily sweet potatoes, but also corn, cassava, and exotic plants like ginger. We rejoin the paved road at our starting point, where a vehicle awaits to take us back to the resort for lunch.
Trekking: 3-4 hours. Transportation: 2-hour drive.
Dani tribe traditional house
Day 6
Baliem Valley
After breakfast, you are transferred to Wamena Airport in accordance with the departure time of your onward flight.
Double Bed
Accommodation
- Resort with private Bathroom and hot shower
- Camp in the Village during the trekking trip
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