From Batavia to the Waves – A Journey Through Jakarta and Beyond

Step into the story of Indonesia’s capital, where colonial echoes blend with modern hustle. Start your adventure in Jakarta’s Kota Tua, the heart of old Batavia, where Dutch buildings whisper tales of a different time. On a lazy Sunday morning, watch the traditional wooden phinisi boats load up at Pelabuhan Sunda Kelapa, still connecting Jakarta to the islands of Sulawesi, as they have for centuries.

Take a boat trip to the Thousand Islands (Kepulauan Seribu) for a taste of tropical calm just a short hop from the city. Back on land, wander from Glodok, Jakarta’s original Chinatown, to the flashy, new Chinese district PIK, where tradition meets trend.

Shop like a local at Blok M, and don’t miss the sizzling street food – from satay to spicy sambal, this is Jakarta’s soul on a plate.

Just a couple of hours south, escape the city to Bogor, where President Sukarno once walked the gardens of the Bogor Palace. The botanical gardens here are among the oldest in Southeast Asia – green, grand, and full of rare flora.

Beyond Bogor, join us in the hills with our community project, where you’ll stay with local farmers, help teach village children, and reconnect with nature. Hike into the national park, sleep under the stars in a tent or a simple guesthouse, and wake to misty forest mornings.

Finish your journey surfing the waves on West Java’s coast, where the ocean is wild and uncrowded.

On the way back, stop at the Museum of Multatuli in Rangkasbitung – a powerful reminder of Indonesia’s colonial struggle and the Dutch author who dared to speak out.

This is not just a holiday – it’s a journey through history, nature, and community.